Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Utterly Dark and the Heart of the Wild | 2022 | Philip Reeve | Buy |
Utterly Dark and the Heart of the Wild is Philip Reeve’s gothic fantasy set on Wildsea, a fictional island off the western coast of Britain. Utterly was found as a baby in the waves and raised by the Watcher of Wildsea, whose job is to observe the sea for signs of the mysterious Gorm. When the old Watcher dies and a new one arrives from the mainland, Utterly begins to uncover secrets about the island, the sea, and her own nature.
The book draws on folklore and creates an atmosphere of wild, rainy coastlines and ancient powers. Reeve shifts to a quieter, more reflective tone than his adventure series while still delivering mystery and moments of wonder. It marks a return to fantasy after his science fiction work and shows yet another side of his range as a writer.