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Darke

Name: Darke
ISBN: 9781408806272

By Angie Sage

Septimus’s birthday unlocks a terrifying secret: can courage defeat the darkness invading the Castle?

magical · perilous · suspenseful · imaginative

Genres

Fantasy Adventure Friendship/Family

What is Darke about?

Septimus Heap is turning fourteen, and his birthday marks the start of Darke Week, the most dangerous part of his wizarding apprenticeship. As the Castle celebrates the shortest day of the year, a sinister force begins spreading through its halls, threatening everyone Septimus loves. To stop the darkness, he must venture into a perilous world of strange magic, ancient secrets and deadly creatures. With friends and family beside him, Septimus faces his greatest challenge yet—and discovers whether courage can overcome the Darke.

About the author

Angie Sage is a British author best known for her magical Septimus Heap series. She loves writing exciting adventures filled with wizards, spells, and mysterious creatures. Angie enjoys exploring old castles and dreaming up new stories for her readers. Her books are perfect for anyone who likes magic and fun-filled journeys.

Pages

455 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

This edition

2012

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