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The Darkness That Binds Us
5.0 (3 ratings)
ThrillerHorrorPsychological ThrillerPsychological Horror

The Darkness That Binds Us

A dark and twisted psychological thriller sequel to "The Darkness Within Ourselves"

It's what we can't see that scares us the most ...


Twenty-five years ago, an unimaginable tragedy struck the town of Cherry Hollow, leaving its residents devastated and searching for answers. Grief overwhelmed the town for two decades until five years ago when the truth was finally revealed, but not everyone believed the story ...


Now, a new family has moved to town, unaware of the secrets and lies that lurk under the floorboards of their new home that once belonged to Amber Walker, one of the five members of the original disaster.


Emma and Linda Smithson, and their two children, have moved there for a fresh start, determined to bury their murky pasts and forget about their own life-altering mistakes. But when they find out Amber took her own life, events start to unravel and suspicions begin to surface, as they each deal with their own darkness.


Jordan and Brooke, two of Amber's best friends, are determined to prove that she was murdered, even if it means delving into the past, facing old enemies, and standing up to their previous demons. The ones they swore they'd never speak about again.


For the community of Cherry Hollow, it's not all smiles and sunshine ... because the darkness never left ... and it won't rest until it gets what it wants ... The Truth.


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The Darkness That Binds Us is the second book in "The Darkness Series," a gripping and emotionally charged psychological thriller series that explores the shadier side of mental health and its drastic repercussions. If you enjoy dark thrillers with jaw-dropping twists and creepy, thought-provoking aspects, then you'll love this hugely anticipated sequel to The Darkness Within Ourselves.


TRIGGER WARNINGS: Anxiety, disappearance, depression, grief, hallucinations, murder, suicide, fire, blood, profanity, cheating, child loss, alcohol use, a person with a substance use disorder, mental health illness, physical assault, death, car accident, body injury, bullying; mentions domestic abuse, child molestation, rape, overdose, and cancer.

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Reader Reviews

5.0

3 ratings

Eva E.

Inside Story
Aug 15, 2026

The Darkness That Binds Us by Jessica Huntley is the second book in The Darkness Series.
Wow, what an exciting rollercoaster ride filled with unexpected twists that left me breathless! The same mystery, new characters, and even deeper secrets that even Jordan and Brooke can't unravel.

I was concerned that there might be a new storyline and new characters, but fortunately, the storyline is connected to the first book, allowing us to follow events 5 years later. My heart sank when I learned that Amber had passed away. I had hoped for a happy ending for Amber and Jordan.

Once again, the transitions between different time periods were smooth and easy to follow. The new characters fit in perfectly and added extra mystery to the story!

Cherry Hollow was meant to be a fresh start for Emma, Linda, and their two children, Alex and Febe. Everything seemed smooth until rumours about Cherry Hollow's dark legend started to affect their lives.

Jordan and Brooke are the last two of the original five friends. They don't believe that Amber took her own life, so they are ready to face their previous demons to find the truth. A good place to start is Amber's old house.

The epilogue astonished me and left me in awe... Wow!

Brittany F.

Aug 15, 2026
I don't even know what to say! Book two left me desperately wanting more and quickly moving on to the third and final book. My heart broke in the beginning, I was so mad at the author for the death of a character but the story line made sense. Sometimes they have to die right.The Darkness that Binds Us is fantastic! Such a fast read, short chapters, extremely engaging. You won't be able to put it down.

Carina P.

Aug 15, 2026
"The Darkness That Binds Us" is a captivating and emotionally charged novel that delves into the intricate web of friendship, guilt, and the consequences of keeping secrets.
With a compelling narrative and well-developed characters, this book takes readers on a gripping journey that explores the outcome of what a single tragic incident can do to forever alter someone's life, giving readers a deep understanding of each character's struggles, motivations, and the internal battles they face.

The pacing of the story is perfect, gradually building suspense and keeping the readers engaged throughout. Jessica masterfully creates a sense of unease and tension, making it difficult to put the book down. As the layers of deception begin to unravel, the narrative takes unexpected twists and turns, further heightening the intrigue and suspense.

This book will take you on an emotional rollercoaster, leaving you pondering the fragility of human relationships and the repercussions of our actions. If you enjoy psychological thrillers with a deep exploration of human emotions and mental health this book is an absolute must-read.


Thank you for having me a part of your ARC team, it's always a pleasure!

About the Author

Jessica Huntley
I am an award-winning and best-selling psychological thriller author. I'm an ex-British soldier and Personal Trainer and have been writing almost non-stop for the past five years.

I am now the author of twenty-one books and am both self-published and traditionally published with Inkubator Books and Joffe Books.

I write books for thriller readers who like their stories dark and twisty with complex, yet memorable characters, who often suffer from relatable mental health disorders.

When I'm not writing, I am either keeping fit, walking her dog or looking after my young son. Or plotting my next book ...