This was probably my favorite book in the series, I have no idea why, I just keep loving this series more and more. The more time I spend with these characters, closer to them I feel and more invested, I guess. They are my very dear friends. And the author's writing cannot be any better, any more engaging, and so beautifully consistent.
Naturally, as it was obvious from the previous stories, the situation escalates yet again. However, this time, Dustin sacrifices more than expected. Surprisingly, this time Lorica is more helpful than usual, and entities are as unhelpful as they usually are, apart from select few who still manage to surprise with their level of concern.
The tone of this book corresponds to the level of the threat, it is more serious, more friend and family oriented, and dare I say, there is a touch of romance we've all been anticipating for several books now. And the author reveals the Dark Room's secrets, as Dustin learns more about it.
Whole lot of entities get introduced this time, some familiar some new, and most of them want something from Dustin. It is funny how his charm is failing as he is getting more and more tired of the entities and trying to impress them. I still love and adore Dustin, love Sterling and Asher, and I have to admit that Royce is growing on me. There are many more lovely characters, and many more evil ones, but they are all developed to perfection.
This is one of my favourite series, and one of the best series out there. And Nazri Noor is one of the best authors of urban fantasy. I can't wait to see what happens next with the series. Trust in Dustin!
The books are best read in order. Reading order is Penumbra (Darkling Mage Book 0), Shadow Magic (Darkling Mage Book 1), Dark Harvest (Darkling Mage Book 2), Grave Intentions (Darkling Mage Book 3), Oblivion Heart (Darkling Mage Book 4), Midnight's Son (Darkling Mage Book 5), Last Rites (Darkling Mage Book 6), and Blood Pact (Darkling Mage Book 7) .
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Join Dustin on his journey to arcane enlightenment.
About the author
Urban fantasy author Nazri Noor has written and released over 20 novels, each infused with his unmistakable brand of humor, horror, and heart.
Expect rip-roaring urban fantasy adventures filled with magic and mythology, grit and glamor, sass and class. Nazri Noor is also the author of the following series:
- Sins of the Father
- Infernal Inheritance
- Vampire Vigilante
- Arcane Hearts
Dead man walking.
One knife to end a life, one sword to face the horde.
Brought back from the brink of death, Dustin Graves thought that his life was over when a sacrificial dagger plunged deep into his chest. Awakened and granted the gift of shadow magic, Dust explores his newfound powers and discovers sinister threats lurking in the very streets of Valero, California.
Does evil truly dwell in the darkness? Are the gods really as fickle as they say? And who, or what, are the Eldest?
Unearth arcane secrets. Tease out these terrible truths. Discover Darkling Mage.
- A snarky hero, shadow magic, and a sentient sword
- A diverse cast of characters and deities
- Multiple world mythologies: Greek, Japanese, Chinese, Norse, and more
- The Eldest: Lovecraftian abominations aplenty
Whole worlds to discover!
Darkling Mage is just one of several supernatural series in the interconnected Arcane Underground universe. Over 20 more novels to devour!
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