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The Disciples of Darkness
2026
First Published
237
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In the mystical realms where magic is as common as air, young Megan Ponder's quest to connect with her departed parents backfires disastrously. Her innocent ritual cracks open a forgotten crystal prison, unleashing Silas Longshade, a sorcerer whose malevolence once nearly toppled the ancient Council of Mages. Sealed away for nearly a century, all knowledge of Silas was erased from history—until now. Trapped in the spectral afterworld, Megan's only hope lies in the hands of an unlikely coalition. Lisa, a fierce mage with a troubled past; Larissa, whose knowledge of ancient spells is as vast as the secrets she keeps; Nathan, a warrior who wields his power as deftly as his wit; and Sam, whose loyalties are as shifting as the shadows themselves, must unite to thwart a villain reborn. As Silas rallies his Disciples of Darkness, intent on vengeance against the council that imprisoned him, the group must seek aid from past adversaries, delving into forbidden magics and dark alliances. Together, they embark on a treacherous journey across enchanted landscapes, racing against time to stop Silas before he can reclaim his dark throne and alter the future forever. Can they save Megan and prevent the world from spiraling into chaos, or will Silas' return herald an era where darkness reigns supreme? Join the battle in The Disciples of Darkness, where forgotten histories surface and new legends are forged in the fires of magic and malice.

Author

David Clark
David Clark
Author · 23 books

David Clark is an author of multiple self-published horror novels and anthologies (amazon genre top 100) and can be found in 3 published horror anthologies. His writing focuses on the suspense, horror and sci-fi genres with a writing style takes a story based on reality, develops characters the reader can connect with and pull for, and then sending the reader on a roller-coaster journey the best fortune teller cannot predict. He feels his job is done if the reader either gasps, makes a verbal reaction out loud, throws the book across the room, or hopefully all three. Member of the Horror Writers Association https://www.facebook.com/DavidClarkHo...

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