The Rising

The race for survival comes to a thrilling conclusion in the heart-stopping finale to the Darkness Rising trilogy, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Kelley Armstrong.

Things are getting desperate for Maya and her friends. Hunted by the powerful St. Clouds and now a rival Cabal as well, they're quickly running out of places to hide.

All they have is the name and number of someone who might be able to give them a few answers. Answers to why they're so valuable, and why their supernatural powers are getting more and more out of control. But Maya is unprepared for the truths that await her. And like it or not, she'll have to face down some demons from her past if she ever hopes to move on with her life. Because Maya can't keep running forever.

With all the twists, thrills, and romance that have made Kelley Armstrong an international bestseller, plus the surprising return of some fan-favorite characters, The Rising will hold you under its spell long after its breathtaking end.

With her heart pulled in two directions and a long-lost brother she can’t trust, can Maya unite her friends and face the truth of her past to save them all?

• Love Triangle: A skin-walker soulmate and a demon-hunter best friend. Maya’s heart is on the line, and choosing one could mean losing the other forever.
• High-Stakes Action: From the rainy streets of Vancouver to remote island hideouts, the chase is relentless as two rival Cabals hunt them down.
• Long-Lost Twin Brother: He’s a skin-walker just like her, but he’s also a complete stranger with his own dangerous secrets. Can Maya afford to trust her own blood?
• Trilogy Finale: The epic conclusion to the Darkness Rising trilogy brings back fan-favorite characters for a final, breathtaking showdown.

The heart-stopping finale to the New York Times bestselling series

Things are getting desperate for Maya and her friends. Hunted by the powerful St. Clouds and now a rival Cabal as well, they’re quickly running out of places to hide.

All they have is the name of someone who might be able to give them a few answers. Answers to why they’re so valuable in the first place, and why their supernatural powers are getting increasingly out of control.

But Maya is unprepared for the truths that await her. And like it or not, she’ll have to face down some demons from her past if she ever hopes to move on with her life. Because Maya can’t keep running forever.

Praise for The Darkness Rising trilogy - Across the Board

The Gathering: “Comfortably mixing science, myth, and mystery, Armstrong creates a vivid world highlighted by appealing characters. Fans and newcomers alike will be eager for more after Armstrong’s story drives to its pulse-pounding climax.” - Publishers Weekly

The Calling: “This is a highly entertaining novel that this reviewer stayed up into the wee hours to finish-many other readers will likely do the same.” - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)

“Maya and her friends turn and fight in this final volume of the Darkness Rising trilogy. Fans will savor the many cinematic moments.” - Booklist