Darke

Name: Darke
ISBN: 9780061242427

Angie Sage, Jaroslava Novotná

Ages 9–14

Readers rate it 3.9 (79 on Hardcover)

656 pages · Released Jul 1, 2011 · HarperCollins

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Darke is the sixth book in the Septimus Heap fantasy series, featuring magical adventure with moderate dark themes but age-appropriate overall. The story emphasizes teamwork, courage, and loyalty as Septimus and his allies work together to combat an advancing supernatural darkness. While there are scary and ominous elements and occasional combat, graphic violence is absent, making it suitable for middle-grade readers who enjoy fantasy with higher stakes.

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Apprentice Septimus Heap must enter the Darke to save the Castle and the Wizard Tower from destruction, but he needs the help of many to battle the spreading Darkenesse. Apprentice Septimus Heap must enter the Darke to save the Castle and the Wizard Tower from destruction, but he needs the help of many to battle the spreading Darkenesse.