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# 4.7/5 star rating from 505 readers 5 timeless fantasy novels Arthurian & Celtic lore infused The Dark Is Rising Sequence (Boxed Set): Over Sea, Under Stone; The Dark Is Rising; Greenwitch; The Grey King; Silver on the Tree

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> ✨ Unlock the ancient magic of myth and legend—before everyone else does! 📖

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## Key Features

- • **Mythology Meets Magic:** Experience a rich blend of Celtic and Arthurian legends woven seamlessly into every page.
- • **Collector’s Boxed Set:** Own the complete series in one elegant package—perfect for your curated bookshelf.
- • **Critically Acclaimed & Beloved:** Join a community of 500+ readers who rate this series 4.7 stars for its captivating prose.
- • **Epic Quintet of Fantasy Mastery:** Dive into 5 classic novels that define modern mythic storytelling.
- • **Immortal Characters & Timeless Themes:** Follow unforgettable heroes and ancient battles that resonate across generations.

## Overview

The Dark Is Rising Sequence boxed set includes five classic fantasy novels by Susan Cooper, blending Celtic mythology and Arthurian legend into a timeless saga of good versus evil. Featuring richly developed characters and atmospheric storytelling, this used set in good condition is a must-have for fans of mythic fantasy and literary classics, boasting a 4.7-star rating from over 500 readers.

## Description

desertcart.com: The Dark Is Rising Sequence (Boxed Set): Over Sea, Under Stone; The Dark Is Rising; Greenwitch; The Grey King; Silver on the Tree: 9781442489677: Cooper, Susan: Books

Review: The Dark and the Light - The fantasy genre has always had a strong connection to Celtic mythology and British folklore, especially if you can somehow weave Arthurian lore into it. And nowhere are those bonds more evident than in Susan Cooper’s “The Dark Is Rising Sequence,” five timelessly lovely books about an ancient war between good and evil that centers on a small group of children. It sounds simplistic, but Cooper’s haunting writing and masterful command of atmosphere is unparalleled. In “Over Sea, Under Stone,” the three Drew children come to stay with family friend Merriman Lyon. While messing around in his attic, they discover an ancient treasure map that leads to a hidden grail… if they can figure out what the map’s writing and symbols mean. However, they soon discover that they are not the only ones looking for the grail – three sinister people are also in pursuit, and they will do whatever it takes to claim the prize. “The Dark Is Rising” shifts its focus to Will Stanton, whose wintry eleventh birthday brings about a terrible and beautiful change. He learns from Merriman that he is the last of the immortal Old Ones who are fighting the evil Dark, and as the power of the Dark grows, Will must gather the six Signs that can stop them. But he soon learns that he is not the only one in danger – the Dark is threatening his beloved family as well. “Greenwitch” brings together the Drews and Will Stanton at a seaside town in Cornwall, where the grail from the first book has been stolen. Will and Merriman work on Old Ones stuff, Jane is haunted by nightmares about the Greenwitch, a symbolic weaving of branches and leaves cast into the sea, and a sinister artist captures Barney. But the Greenwitch is not just a tangle of sticks – it’s alive with wild magic that neither Old Ones nor the Dark can control. Then there’s “The Grey King,” which won a Newbury Award. An amnesiac Will is sent to Wales to recover from a severe illness, where he meets the “raven boy” – an albino boy named Bran – and a dog with “eyes that see the wind.” Will must lead Bran into a closer connection with the Old Ones, and uncover a hidden treasure for the Old Ones. But when an accident befalls the dog, Bran is angry with the Old Ones – until the truth of his past comes to light. Finally, the battle between good and evil climaxes with “Silver On The Tree,” in which Will receives visions and messages from Merriman, telling him that the final clash between the Dark and the Light is nigh. But while the Old Ones are almost ready, they don’t have the power of the Lady. For the sake of the world, he must join forces with the Drew children and Bran, and make their final stand against their mortal enemies. Susan Cooper’s writing in “The Dark Is Rising Sequence” is the kind that comes around once in a generation – it’s lyrical, subtle, elegant and nuanced, able to switch effortlessly between family squabbles and hauntingly eerie glimpses of a whole other world. She’s at her weakest in “Over Sea, Under Stone,” but even then the book isn’t actually bad – just not as brilliant as the other books. It’s an enjoyable treasure-hunt/fantasy adventure. She also weaves in a lot of Celtic mythology – primarily Welsh, such as the legend of the Grey King – and Arthurian legend, which add a depth and richness to the story beyond a simple good versus evil conflict. It really gives the story the feeling that it is the natural capstone to countless millennia of magical war, between the starkly evil Dark and the powerful but still very human Old Ones, who are able to make errors and feel sorrow despite their age. The Drew children initially feel like E. Nesbit characters who somehow stumbled into a late twentieth-century book, but they grow more layered and complicated as the series winds on. Will Stanton is a seamless blend of a clever young boy and a timeless immortal that is both wise and ancient in mind. Overseeing them all is Merriman, an all-seeing guardian who can be alternately dignified and forbidding, or kind and grandfatherly. With its majestic prose and entrancing, otherworldly characters, the “Dark is Rising Sequence” is a remarkable piece of work, and one that deserves many re-readings. Absolutely captivating, and deserving of its classic status.
Review: A classic to read and keep. Highly recommended. - This is a children's classic that I read whenever I want to escape from the world. I love when kids are the heroes, with guidance from an ageless mage. So well written and absorbing. Buy this for your kids or for yourself. The entire series in one box to keep.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,956,010 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #51 in Children's Arthurian Folk Tales & Myths #5,841 in Children's Action & Adventure Books (Books) #16,492 in Fantasy for Children |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (505) |
| Dimensions  | 5.13 x 3.7 x 7.63 inches |
| Edition  | Boxed Set |
| Grade level  | 3 - 7 |
| ISBN-10  | 1442489677 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1442489677 |
| Item Weight  | 2 pounds |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 1088 pages |
| Publication date  | June 11, 2013 |
| Publisher  | Margaret K. McElderry Books |
| Reading age  | 8 - 12 years, from customers |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Dark and the Light
*by E***S on November 15, 2023*

The fantasy genre has always had a strong connection to Celtic mythology and British folklore, especially if you can somehow weave Arthurian lore into it. And nowhere are those bonds more evident than in Susan Cooper’s “The Dark Is Rising Sequence,” five timelessly lovely books about an ancient war between good and evil that centers on a small group of children. It sounds simplistic, but Cooper’s haunting writing and masterful command of atmosphere is unparalleled. In “Over Sea, Under Stone,” the three Drew children come to stay with family friend Merriman Lyon. While messing around in his attic, they discover an ancient treasure map that leads to a hidden grail… if they can figure out what the map’s writing and symbols mean. However, they soon discover that they are not the only ones looking for the grail – three sinister people are also in pursuit, and they will do whatever it takes to claim the prize. “The Dark Is Rising” shifts its focus to Will Stanton, whose wintry eleventh birthday brings about a terrible and beautiful change. He learns from Merriman that he is the last of the immortal Old Ones who are fighting the evil Dark, and as the power of the Dark grows, Will must gather the six Signs that can stop them. But he soon learns that he is not the only one in danger – the Dark is threatening his beloved family as well. “Greenwitch” brings together the Drews and Will Stanton at a seaside town in Cornwall, where the grail from the first book has been stolen. Will and Merriman work on Old Ones stuff, Jane is haunted by nightmares about the Greenwitch, a symbolic weaving of branches and leaves cast into the sea, and a sinister artist captures Barney. But the Greenwitch is not just a tangle of sticks – it’s alive with wild magic that neither Old Ones nor the Dark can control. Then there’s “The Grey King,” which won a Newbury Award. An amnesiac Will is sent to Wales to recover from a severe illness, where he meets the “raven boy” – an albino boy named Bran – and a dog with “eyes that see the wind.” Will must lead Bran into a closer connection with the Old Ones, and uncover a hidden treasure for the Old Ones. But when an accident befalls the dog, Bran is angry with the Old Ones – until the truth of his past comes to light. Finally, the battle between good and evil climaxes with “Silver On The Tree,” in which Will receives visions and messages from Merriman, telling him that the final clash between the Dark and the Light is nigh. But while the Old Ones are almost ready, they don’t have the power of the Lady. For the sake of the world, he must join forces with the Drew children and Bran, and make their final stand against their mortal enemies. Susan Cooper’s writing in “The Dark Is Rising Sequence” is the kind that comes around once in a generation – it’s lyrical, subtle, elegant and nuanced, able to switch effortlessly between family squabbles and hauntingly eerie glimpses of a whole other world. She’s at her weakest in “Over Sea, Under Stone,” but even then the book isn’t actually bad – just not as brilliant as the other books. It’s an enjoyable treasure-hunt/fantasy adventure. She also weaves in a lot of Celtic mythology – primarily Welsh, such as the legend of the Grey King – and Arthurian legend, which add a depth and richness to the story beyond a simple good versus evil conflict. It really gives the story the feeling that it is the natural capstone to countless millennia of magical war, between the starkly evil Dark and the powerful but still very human Old Ones, who are able to make errors and feel sorrow despite their age. The Drew children initially feel like E. Nesbit characters who somehow stumbled into a late twentieth-century book, but they grow more layered and complicated as the series winds on. Will Stanton is a seamless blend of a clever young boy and a timeless immortal that is both wise and ancient in mind. Overseeing them all is Merriman, an all-seeing guardian who can be alternately dignified and forbidding, or kind and grandfatherly. With its majestic prose and entrancing, otherworldly characters, the “Dark is Rising Sequence” is a remarkable piece of work, and one that deserves many re-readings. Absolutely captivating, and deserving of its classic status.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A classic to read and keep. Highly recommended.
*by L***A on September 15, 2025*

This is a children's classic that I read whenever I want to escape from the world. I love when kids are the heroes, with guidance from an ageless mage. So well written and absorbing. Buy this for your kids or for yourself. The entire series in one box to keep.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best book ever!!! The Dark is Rising
*by Y***E on November 25, 2013*

Book arrvied arrived earlier than expected and in pristine condition. First read this as a child and then again in my early twenties. When I saw it on the website, knew I had to get my own copy instead of always swiping my dad's! It was just as good the third time around....wonderful :-) All five books can be read as stand alone but if you do read them in their correct order, you get a real sense of the rising sense of danger and 'darkness' that is inherent in the title. My favourite is the second book in the serires - the one which introduces Will - and then again, the fourth one which sees Will meeting the young Pendragon... It's a very believable story and one which, as a child, I thought would make a brilliant movie. Unfortunately, the movie was made but for what I assume were commercial reasons, they decided to Americanise it ...No No NO!!!! But the book is STILL BRILL :-)

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