The Darkdeep

Written by Ally Condie and Brendan Reichs

Part of the Darkdeep series

A mysterious island hides secrets that can detect dreams and fears. Can they face the darkness within?

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288 pages· 49,594 words· Est. 7 hour read· 530L

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Bookroo's summary

When Nico falls into Still Cove's icy waters, friends Tyler, Emma, and Opal discover a mysterious island. An abandoned houseboat filled with curiosities hints at a dark secret. As they explore, something ancient awakens, sensing their dreams and fears. Can they confront the shadowy secrets within their hearts? This thrilling tale of friendship and courage unfolds through alternating perspectives, challenging them to believe in themselves and each other.

From the publisher

When a bullying incident sends twelve-year-old Nico Holland into Still Cove’s icy waters, Tyler, Emma, and Opal rush to his rescue—and discover a mysterious island. Though the island appears uninhabited, the kids know something about it is not right. And then they stumble upon an abandoned houseboat filled with curiosities, a dark secret churning in its depths.

As the group delves into this new clubhouse, their lives intertwine in weird, dangerous ways. Something ancient has awakened . . . and it can detect not only their dreams, but also their darkest imaginings. Can they face the shadowy secrets lurking within their own hearts?

Told from two alternating POVs, this pulse-racing tale starts a thrilling series about friendship and believing in yourself—and each other.

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