Defy the Dusk by Danielle L. Jensen – Exclusive First Edition

Exclusive: Defy the Dusk is the first book in Danielle L. Jensen’s post-apocalyptic fantasy duet, The Sundering. It follows Lirien, whose magic fractured the world, as she navigates a dangerous night-time world, shifting loyalties and a conflict between survival and redemption. The listing describes this edition as having sprayed edges and a foil-on-board design.

At a glance

First book in The Sundering duet, described as a post-apocalyptic fantasy.
The plot centres on Lirien, whose magic fractured the world and released nocturnal creatures.
The listing claims this first edition has sprayed edges and a special foil-on-board design.

Price

£15.29Save 24%

Reference price: ~~£20.00~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The listing provides a substantial 672-page print edition for readers who want a long fantasy novel.
A clear premise combines a dangerous night-time world, magic, survival and shifting loyalties.

Technical specifications

8 specifications

Publication
Publisher	Del Rey
Publication date	3 Nov. 2026
Language	English
Print length	672 pages
ISBN-10	1529955211
ISBN-13	978-1529955217

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions	16.6 x 5.6 x 24.5 cm
Weight listed	942 g

What to know before buying

The first-edition sprayed edges and foil-on-board design are claimed to be available while stocks last, so their availability on a particular copy is not assured.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Readers looking for post-apocalyptic fantasy with magic and nocturnal threats.
Fans of fantasy duologies featuring survival, political conflict and romantic tension.
Collectors interested in the listed sprayed-edge and foil-on-board first-edition features.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 78 ratings

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4 stars23%23%
3 stars2%2%
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Aggregate ratings are strongly positive overall, with most ratings in the five-star category and a smaller share in the four-star category. This suggests a favourable response among rating contributors, but ratings alone do not explain what readers liked or establish how the book handles its long, dark fantasy premise.

Frequently asked questions

What is Defy the Dusk about?

The listing describes a world fractured by Lirien’s magic, where nocturnal creatures threaten survival. Lirien is caught between an oppressive ruler, Vox’s faction and her own changing loyalties.

Is this the first book in a series?

Yes. The listing identifies it as the first book in The Sundering duet.

What special edition features are claimed?

The listing calls this an exclusive first edition with sprayed edges and a special foil-on-board design, and says availability is while stocks last.

How long is the print edition?

The listing gives a print length of 672 pages.