The Rot Below

Where the secrets run deep. While the land weeps. They all bleed. Atarah Nefarin survived the Above in the wake of her mother’s disappearance with a wrathful stepfather whose violence and depravity became her new normal. Now in the Below, Atarah is grappling with the truth while salvaging a court where the dead outnumber the living. Saving the Silver Moon Court from a wild, ravaging rot marks a new beginning for Atarah. Deceit and madness follow a corrupt king whose magic is nearly as depleted as the dying land around him, signaling that his reign is coming to a bloody end. The devastating rot is spreading, infecting the minds of Belowens of the court and draining what little magic remains. As she wields her dark magic to feed the land, Atarah embraces her dual roles of being a princess and Chosen by the dark god. While a mounting war is brewing on the horizon amongst the other four courts, they fear the rot will soon encroach their lands. From a reign built on lies, Atarah uncovers bit by bit the truth she’s been dying to learn. Facing her fears and seeking answers, Atarah unravels before she begins to piece together the truth with her friends aiding her along the way. With death knocking on Silver Moon’s door, Atarah is left to heal a broken land while also healing herself. Dive back into Sierrah M. Strange's lush, enchanting new adult epic fantasy set in the magical realm of the Below. This is the second book in The Belowen Series. Perfect for fans of immersive world-building with swoon-worthy romance and journey of growth amidst the rot. Please note: This is new adult fantasy series with darker elements that may be triggering, including trauma, violence, adult language, and explicit romance. Take care while reading.