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URBAN FANTASY

A DANCE BETWEEN LIGHT AND DARKNESS

SECOND BOOK IN THE DARK

by M.C. RYDER

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  • Will forgiveness redeem?

    Perfect for fans of Twilight and The Cruel Prince, M.C. Ryder continues her spellbinding young adult urban fantasy series in this second novel. Exploring modern themes in the paranormal world of vampires, werewolves, shapeshifters, and magic, this supernatural coming-of-age epic fulfills a destiny and brings a satisfying ending for the mythical warriors engaged in a battle of good vs evil. Or is it the end?

    Amelia is a teenager in a dysfunctional home. With her father dead and her selfish mother making her life miserable, she welcomes the opportunity to break the chains of her old life and enter the mysterious world she finds herself in. But she has a secret nearly lost to time, and while being tutored by a wise practitioner and manipulated by dark forces, she learns to dance between light and darkness.

    Discover the power of love and the power within yourself.

    The war is over. The dust has settled. The prophecy of the Dragon’s Eye has been fulfilled, but not without tragedy, losses, and great personal cost. It is always darkest before the dawn, and hope springs eternal that the sun rising on a new day will usher in an era where vampires and werewolves are united for the greater good. But threats to this fragile peace still loom.

    While celebrating Vladimir’s defeat and mourning the love he lost, Vince finds himself in a role he never wanted – the leader of the vampires. But imminent danger lurks in the form of a great evil – one that exists not in the inky darkness of the shadows but is inherited from his father in the blood that flows through his veins. Is Vince the one who can unite ancient foes and bring lasting peace between old enemies, or is he a ticking time bomb that will be the harbinger of more death and despair?

    It’s a question that may be answered before anyone anticipates. When bodies marked with the Dragon’s Eye symbol begin piling up, Vince goes on high alert and braces himself to be tested like never before. While he battles his own insecurities and fears, someone from his past resurfaces with a personal score to settle as a sinister new evil threatens to quash the tenuous alliance that has been built. Can Vince rise to the occasion against these threats, or is his destiny already decided?

    • Literary Titan Gold Book Award — 2023. Literary Titan reviewed the novel in May 2023, and Ryder documented that all three of her initial Dark titles subsequently received Literary Titan awards.

    • Royal Dragonfly Book Award — 2023 Honorable Mention, Science Fiction/Fantasy.

    • Firebird Book Award — 2023 award recipient. M.C. Ryder’s account confirms the books she entered in 2023 placed in the Firebird awards.

    • Outstanding Creator Award — 2024, 1st Place, Vampire Literature.

    • Outstanding Creator Award — 2024, Honorable Mention, Fantasy.

    • AllAuthor Cover of the Month — October 2025, 2nd Place, Fantasy.

  • A Dance Between Light and Darkness — Product Information

    Title: A Dance Between Light and Darkness
    Author: M.C. Ryder
    Series: The Dark — Book 2
    Publisher: Warrington Publishing
    Publication Date: September 2, 2025
    Language: English
    Genre: Young Adult Urban Fantasy / Paranormal Fantasy
    Formats: Kindle eBook, Paperback, Hardcover
    Kindle Unlimited: Yes.

    Quick Product Data

    eBook ISBN: 9781944972738
    Paperback ISBN: 9781944972745

    Hardcover ISBN: 9781944972752

    eBook Page Count: 337 pages*
    Paperback Page Count: 336 pages

    Print Trim Size: 6 × 9 inches
    Formats: Kindle eBook, Paperback, Hardcover
    Publisher: Warrington Publishing
    Publication Date: September 2, 2025
    Series: The Dark, Book 2
    Kindle Unlimited: Yes

PRAISE FOR THE DARK

  • The Darkest Side of the Moon is a gripping tale that seamlessly blends elements of romance, mystery, and supernatural intrigue. MC Ryder has crafted a memorable protagonist in Nadine, and the intricate plot keeps readers engaged from start to finish. I eagerly await the possibility of a prequel, as it promises to enrich the world created by the author and add further dimension to the fascinating characters.

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  • "An intriguing dark, mysterious, mythological fantasy." A M.C. Ryder weaves an exciting and suspenseful supernatural tale in this young adult fiction. Readers will not want the book to end. We highly recommend!

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  • This propulsive tale will enthrall fans of The Twilight Saga by Stephenie Meyer. I enjoyed the beautiful prose, the unpredictable plot, and the engrossing narrative voice in The Darkest Side of the Moon. The skillful exploration of romance, friendship, and the proverbial conflict between vampires and werewolves added a deeper layer to the entertainment.

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M.C. Ryder

Award-winning author M.C. Ryder has been composing stories, poems, and lyrics from the beginning of time, when reading became a hobby. The sky is the limit, but she enjoys exploring off the beaten path both figuratively and literally. She resides in the Keystone State with a clowder of felines who rule the house.

AUTHOR PROFILE
A young woman with long brown hair, smiling, wearing a black shirt, a colorful scarf, and an orange jacket, sitting against a dark background.

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