Moth Dark
by Kika Hatzopoulou
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Pub Date 30 Oct 2025 | Archive Date 30 Nov 2025
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Description
From the bestselling author of Threads that Bind and Hearts that Cut comes a brand-new compulsive romantasy about a girl obsessed with the dark and the shadowy magical prince she falls in love with, perfect for fans of Holly Black and Laini Taylor.
‘A world so unique and addictive that I devoured this in a matter of days. Whimsical prose and a slow burning romance unlike any I’ve read before.’ Alexandra Christo, author of To Kill a Kingdom
THE DARK HAS COME ALIVE . . .
Six years ago, vicious creatures began to crawl out of the dark crevices of the world, and with it Sascia’s fascination with the darkness was born. Now that fascination has become an obsession, and while exploring an area known for its connection to the Darkworld, Sascia – impossibly – pulls out a person from the shadows. But Nugau is no ordinary person, they’re the heir to the Darkworld, with one mission . . . to kill Sascia.
Except, the second time they meet, Nugau is younger and doesn’t recognise Sascia. And the third time, Nugau stumbles out of the darkness with poison running through their veins, expressing their undying love for her.
Piecing together the puzzle, Sascia makes two shocking discoveries: the timelines of her world and Nugau’s are not linear, and she is inexplicably entangled in a war between humanity and the Dark. But with their worlds at battle, is it worth fighting for each other . . . ?
PRAISE FOR MOTH DARK:
‘An achingly hopeful, breathtaking love story. It’s the sort of book you want to linger in the dark with, and I absolutely loved every moment sunk within its pages.’ Bea Fitzgerald, author of Girl, Goddess, Queen
‘Darkly dreamy, timely and expertly crafted. You will find star-crossed romance, a heady blend of science and magic and brilliant characters determined to end the cycle of violence.’ Allison Saft, author of Wings of Starlight
‘Utterly enthralling and darkly whimsical, Moth Dark is a thrill ride of a book, with its tale of twisted timelines and unyielding love. Sascia and Nugau’s story is certain to stay with you long after the book is over.’ A. B. Poranek, author of Where the Dark Stands Still
‘A lush, breathtaking and wholly unique fantasy, with a devastating star-crossed romance and a world that lifts off the page like a fluttering of moths.’ Ava Reid, author of A Study in Drowning
‘Moth Dark is everything I’ve come to expect from Kika Hatzopoulou – dark, twisty, romantic and completely, dazzlingly original. Unlike anything else I’ve read.’ Sarah Underwood, author of Lies We Sing to the Sea
‘Wildly imaginative, achingly romantic and impossible to put down. Get ready, readers: your next book obsession has arrived.’ Angela Montoya, author of A Cruel Thirst
Advance Praise
‘Captivating, intricately crafted and brimming with wonder, Moth Dark pulls its readers into a deeply romantic, time-tangled tale that feels, fittingly, timeless. As poignant as it is powerful, this story lingers with you far beyond the final page.’ Kiera Azar, author of Thorn Season
‘For fans of Daughter of Smoke and Bone, Moth Dark is wildly imaginative, achingly romantic and impossible to put down. Get ready, readers: your next book obsession has arrived.’ Angela Montoya, author of A Cruel Thirst
‘I was utterly entranced by Moth Dark and the gorgeous story of the ethereal Darkworld bleeding into ours. Sascia and Nugau’s connection is mesmerizing, and their love story both aches and captivates – tender and totally unforgettable.’ Leslie Vedder, author of The Bone Spindle
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9780241733097 |
| PRICE | £9.99 (GBP) |
| PAGES | 320 |
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Featured Reviews
Han W, Reviewer
When a blurb claims a book is for fans of Holly Black and Laini Taylor, I'm instantly hooked. As a huge fan of both, I immediately imagine colourful, magical worlds brimming with fae creatures and fantastic powers. Much to my joy, all of this is present in Moth Dark. But there's so much more to this story than that, explored in new and unique ways that had me gripped from the very first handful of chapters.
Full disclosure: I'm a massive kaiju girly. I adore monster movies; Godzilla is my spirit animal! So, imagine my absolute pleasure when I picked up a novel that not only scratched that itch but also indulged my love for faeries and magic!
Our lead, Sascia, has a passion for the Dark, something the majority of humans in this real-world setting are, quite rightly, terrified of. After all, giant, building-crushing monsters do tend to emerge from the rips in time and space it makes! But Sascia longs to explore the Dark. And oh, there is so much longing in this book for that.
And on that subject of longing; the slow burn of the romance is absolutely stunning. I'd personally describe Moth Dark as a fantasy-sci-fi crossover with a beautifully explored romantic subplot, rather than a straightforward romantasy. The exploration of this romance is particularly captivating. Without giving too many spoilers (it's on the book cover) Sascia's counterpart in this story is fae, where gender is fluid, and the author explores this wider theme incredibly well.
Unique, beautiful, powerful; Moth Dark was a difficult one to put down and return to real life. It had me longing to delve back into the Dark.
Isa A, Reviewer
*thank you to netgalley and the publisher for an early copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*
Absolutely loved this! Moth Dark was such a unique, atmospheric read — dark, magical, and totally immersive. The writing is stunning and moody in the best way, and I was completely drawn into the world from the very first page. The main character really stuck with me, and I loved how layered and mysterious everything felt without being confusing. It’s one of those books that makes you want to reread just to soak in all the details again. If you're into lush writing, shadows and secrets, and a story that pulls you under, this is for you. I’m still thinking about it!
The writing is so lush and moody,The romance? Yes, please. Nugau is such a fascinating figure: mysterious, dangerous, genderfluid elf royalty with timelines as twisted as our heroine’s. Reading their instant connection, meeting across time, I felt every heartbeat, every stolen glance, every shadowy secret. It’s the kind of book where your heart races, then aches, then soars.Sascia is such a compelling lead—curious, brave, and utterly human—even when the timelines are all tangled.
Definitely recommend this one!
Chloe Q, Reviewer
This was a purely cover request - look how beautiful it is!
I wasn't expecting an urban setting. But I loved how the worlds being the dark and the real worlds were brought together in this book.
Intrigued me right from the start, and I loved every minute of it!
Amy C, Reviewer
Moth Dark has me obsessed!
I devoured this like Mooch attacking a bag of chips.
If you’re into dark academia, time travel, and a dash of glorious fantasy, then I have your next read right here. Moth Dark is so unique and beautifully woven together, you'll be obsessed in no time.
I loved the intricate world building—the ambiance is darkly whimsical, pulling you into a setting that feels both magical and slightly eerie. I can not stress enough on how well Kika creates such immersive, atmospheric worlds filled with strange and beautiful nuances. I ate it up!
The clever and wonderfully messy main character had me rooting for them from the start, especially as they navigated their journey, from school and familia guilt to dangerous trials and swoony romance. All with their cute little moth companion by their side throughout. Let's here it for Mooch!
Okay we all love a bit of enemies-to-lovers, but sprinkle it with a bit of star-crossed romance and boom you've got a delightful tension that adds to the narrative. It is perfection. And I can not miss the absolute *chefs kiss* that is the gender fluid representation, how this was handled was beautiful, refreshing and genuine.
What really grabbed me were the shifting timelines and how they intertwined with the cosmic aspects of the story. It was like a beautiful tapestry of tangled love entwined with fate and friendship. The found family element is heartwarming, balancing out the darker moments perfectly.
If you enjoy immersive storytelling that leaves you thinking long after you’ve turned the last page, I'd highly recommend diving into this enchanting tale!
Go on, join me in my obsession, join me in The Dark, We have moth companions and munchies!
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