# 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. - [Original product page](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/product/defy-the-dusk-danielle-l-jensen-exclusive-first-edition) - [View offer](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/visit/defy-the-dusk-danielle-l-jensen-exclusive-first-edition) - Market: UK - Language: en-GB - Currency: GBP - Category: Books, Music & Hobbies > Books, Music & Movies > Books & Comics - Price: 15.29 GBP - Previous price: 20.00 GBP - Discount: 24% - Price checked: 2026-11-12T14:55:59.135Z - Rating: 4.7 / 5 - Reviews: 78 Prices and deal status are the latest recorded data, not a guarantee of availability. Confirm the price and availability with the store. ## 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. ## 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. ## 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 ## Before you buy - 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. ## 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. ## Customer feedback 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? 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