Darke

In Angie Sage’s standalone middle-grade fantasy, darkness is not a symbol of evil but a vital natural force that has been systematically driven from the world. When light becomes absolute, the balance of nature unravels, and a boy named Darke discovers he possesses an unusual ability to navigate the shadowed realms. As he ventures beyond the boundaries of illuminated society, Darke encounters a landscape where fear has replaced understanding and where ancient creatures thrive in the absence of sun. The novel explores themes of environmental harmony, the danger of extremism, and the courage required to embrace what is misunderstood. Sage’s prose balances atmospheric world-building with a character-driven narrative, offering readers a thoughtful meditation on how societies construct their fears and what they lose when they reject the unknown. Grounded in mythic tradition yet distinctly modern, Darke invites young audiences to reconsider the value of shadow and the quiet strength found in stepping into the dark.