2 books. 912 pages. Dark energy from start to finish. The Dark Rise series by C.S. Pacat is the kind of ya fantasy commitment that rewards you for every page. Whether you're starting fresh or picking back up, this is your roadmap.
Publication order — the way C.S. Pacat intended. Each book links to our full mood and spice guide.
A dark, atmospheric Adult ya fantasy built around prophecy, enemies, dark magic. 432 pages and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →A dark, epic Adult ya fantasy built around betrayal, war, dark magic. 480 pages and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →The heat stays consistent across the series.
Dark Rise is book 1 and the intended starting point. It introduces everything you need — characters, world, and the dark energy that define the entire series. No prequels or companion novels required.
Read the full guide for Dark Rise →Read the Dark Rise series in publication order: 1. Dark Rise, 2. Dark Heir. This is the intended reading order by C.S. Pacat.
The Dark Rise series has 2 books totaling 912 pages. We have full mood and spice profiles for every book in the series.
The Dark Rise series is low-heat, averaging 0/5. If you want clean or mild reads, this series delivers.
The Dark Rise series is a ya fantasy series by C.S. Pacat with dark, atmospheric, epic vibes. Check each book's full guide for a spoiler-free breakdown of mood, tropes, and fit.
Start with Dark Rise — it's book 1 and introduces everything you need. Our full guide for Dark Rise breaks down the mood, spice, and what to expect.