Darkening Song
by Delphine Seddon
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Pub Date Mar 10 2026 | Archive Date Mar 24 2026
St. Martin's Press | Saturday Books
Description
For fans of DAISY JONES AND THE SIX, EUPHORIA, and LUCKIEST GIRL ALIVE, DARKENING SONG is a fiercely feminist debut about two young women; one a recording artist failed by the industry which made her an idol, and the other her ambitious manager, forced to make an impossible choice between friendship and power.
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Eva is just 18 years old and interning at a record label when she discovers 16 year old Alora online. Never has she heard a voice like Alora’s and when it’s clear there isn’t anyone at the label interested in hearing this phenomenal talent, Eva takes matters into her own hands. On a whim, Eva offers Alora representation as her manager without knowing the first thing about artist management or what’s about to happen to both of them.
And it turns out Eva was right... Alora is swiftly catapulted into the spotlight of major superstardom, and as the two navigate the whirling vortex of fame—the parties, the money, the paparazzi, and power—they form a deep bond, becoming found family for one another.
But when Alora’s dark and mysterious past begins to infiltrate her present and Eva’s ambition and success blind her to the obvious signs that her client and, most importantly, her friend is in trouble, their lives unravel with disastrous consequences.
DARKENING SONG is a story about friendship and betrayal. It’s a love story, and a story about growing up in an industry which sometimes disregards the needs of young girls and women in favor of self-interest. But more than anything, it’s a story about redemption, and the ways that hopes and dreams can come true in ways we least expect.
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Featured Reviews
This is a hit in my book! Young people chasing their dreams and finding themselves along the way are among the topics that Seddon excels at in this title. The writing is propulsive and captivating. I found myself staying up late to see how everything would play out. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.
Reviewer 1088386
"Darkening Song" is everything I want in a book. Seddon's writing style is atmospheric and immersive, pulling you into a world that feels both haunting and intimate. The themes cut deep—exploring darkness, identity, and transformation in ways that linger long after you've finished reading.
The characters are complex and fully realized, each one carrying weight and purpose. They feel real, flawed, and utterly compelling. Seddon doesn't shy away from the uncomfortable or the raw, and that's exactly what makes this book unforgettable.
A masterclass in dark, character-driven storytelling. Highly recommend.