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The Descent into Darkness series by TikTok star Andy Darcy Theo is a YA romantic fantasy where elemental magic and the chosen one trope mix with a heart-swooning romance.

The books all follow teenager Alexis Michaels, who has always been haunted by strange hallucinations, and on a school trip to Stonehenge finally understands why: he is destined to save the world from perpetual darkness with the help of three other teens, Demi, Blaise and Caeli. Together, they must find the lost Elemental Gems to save the world, with the last book in the series due to publish in 2027. 

The books are gradually told through more POVs as the found family of these four friends gets stronger, and we're also very happy to report for romantasy lovers that there are some excellent tropes throughout, including but not limited to the friends-to-lovers romance, love triangle and 'touch her and you'll die'.

A high-stakes, speculative romance, which masterfully weaves themes of mental health, psychosis, and found family. Perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Cassandra Clare. Do also check out our blog post on the Best Fantasy Books for Teens.

All the Descent Into Darkness books in order:

Book 1: The Light That Binds Us (2024)
Book 2: The Dark That Hides Us (2025)
Book 3: The Shadow That Finds Us (April 2026)

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The Light That Blinds Us: The instant bestseller and YA TikTok sensation
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The Light That Blinds Us: The instant bestseller and YA TikTok sensation

‘Loved it from start to finish, was hooked all the way.’ ‘This book deserves to be read by everyone.’ ‘This book is fill... MoreThe Light That Blinds Us: The instant bestseller and YA TikTok sensation

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The Dark That Hides Us: The sequel to the TikTok YA romantasy bestseller
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The Dark That Hides Us: The sequel to the TikTok YA romantasy bestseller

Light. Darkness. Power. Magic. The Children of the Elements are back in the epic, instant-bestselling* sequel to The Lig... MoreThe Dark That Hides Us: The sequel to the TikTok YA romantasy bestseller

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The Shadow That Finds Us
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The Shadow That Finds Us

The breath-taking third instalment in the bestselling* found-family fantasy series by BookTok sensation, Andy Darcy Theo... MoreThe Shadow That Finds Us

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