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In a world where the gods have long since been slain, their shards of power are prized treasure. The fabled undersea realm, once thought a godly sanctuary, now holds the still‑beating heart of one of these fallen deities. Fifteen‑year‑old Hark, desperate to revive his ailing friend Jelt, takes a dangerous dive in hopes of securing the heart before smugglers, scientists, and cultists seize it. Yet the heart’s power begins to morph Jelt in unsettling ways, forcing Hark to weigh loyalty against the peril of holy artifacts. In *Deeplight*, author Frances Hardinge juxtaposes youthful daring against the dark forces that lurk beneath the sea.
The novel combines elements of young adult adventure, dark fantasy, and mystery as it explores themes of friendship, sacrifice, and the moral limits of power.
First publish date: 2019
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Fantasy
Authors: Frances Hardinge
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