The Dark Is Rising Sequence — Reading Order
by Susan Cooper
Classic children's fantasy series drawing on Arthurian legend and Celtic mythology, as the forces of the Light battle the rising Dark.
Over Sea, Under Stone
Susan Cooper · 1965
Three siblings on holiday in Cornwall find an ancient manuscript that leads them on a quest for a mystical grail.
The Dark Is Rising
Susan Cooper · 1973
On his eleventh birthday, Will Stanton discovers he is the last of the Old Ones — immortal guardians of the Light against the Dark.
Greenwitch
Susan Cooper · 1974
The Drew children and Will team up in Cornwall where the grail has been stolen by the Dark.
The Grey King
Susan Cooper · 1975
Will travels to Wales to fulfill the next step in the quest, finding a golden harp and a mysterious albino boy.
Silver on the Tree
Susan Cooper · 1977
In the final confrontation, the Light and the children seek the crystal sword to banish the Dark forever.
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