The Darkness Within Ourselves
A spine-tingling psychological thriller that explores just how dark your mind can go …
Amber and her four best friends are about to reach their teenage years when the unthinkable happens; one of her friends, Kieran, is killed in a freak accident.
Twenty years later, Amber no longer speaks to her friends and is still haunted by that day in the form of severe psychological issues, including sleep paralysis, insomnia and hallucinations of a terrifying entity she calls The Creature. But it isn't just in her head; it is real.
Unbeknown to Amber, her former friends have also been suffering from their own psychological nightmares, each trapped and twisted into people they no longer recognise. Then a piece of evidence is found from that day and Amber and her former friends are forced to relive the events leading up to Kieran's death, learning truths along the way that they would rather not know about themselves.
Can they work together to rid themselves of their demons and find out what really happened to Kieran all those years ago?
The Darkness Within Ourselves is the start of a spine-tingling psychological horror suspense series that is guaranteed to keep you awake at night. If you like fast-paced thrillers with a paranormal twist then you'll love this terrifying story of real psychological disorders by author Jessica Huntley .
TRIGGER WARNINGS: Mental health issues (severe depression, agoraphobia, suicide), loss of a child (stillbirth), domestic violence, death.
REVIEW'S FOR Jessica Huntley 'S OUTSTANDING DEBUT NOVEL - THE DARKNESS WITHIN OURSELVES
"One of those books you can't put down."
"This was an amazing read, and one of the things I loved the most was the description and representation of the different psychological issues the protagonists are facing after the death of their friend. It is amazing to have such a great depiction of how the same event can bring out such different reactions."
"Jessica is definitely an author to watch for the future, I am looking forward to reading more of her books!"
"This story gave me IT the movie vibes!"
"Loved it! Reminiscent of Stephen King novels. Highly recommend."
"The subject matter of childhood friends and the unbreakable bond was covered so well."
"Made me cry, made me scared and THE FEAR was infectious! A definite must read cant wait to read more from this author."
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Reader Reviews
4 ratings
Jolene C.
This is a dark, gripping read that really makes you think about how much the past can shape the people we become.
Amber and her friends have been carrying the weight of one terrible day for twenty years, each dealing with their own guilt, secrets and demons. But when something from their teenage years resurfaces, they’re forced to face the past and everything they’ve tried so hard to bury.
I really liked the psychological idea of The Creature. Adds a mix of creepy, alongside the emotional side of the story. It’s a story that was dark at times, however makes you think of the relationships you make as children/teenagers, the bonds and promises you make that you think will last forever.
It’s a reminder that guilt can eat away at you, and that sometimes the things we try hardest to forget are the very things that refuse to stay buried.
I’m actually glad I was late to the party on this one, because I don’t have to wait for the rest of the series😊
Bob F.
What a thriller of a book The Darkness Within Ourselves by Jessica Huntley is that I was hooked from page one. Amber and three of her childhood friends are now being haunted and suffering nightmares after tragic events that took place 20 years earlier. I didn't want to put this book down. it was such an awesome read. After reading Jessica Huntley's incredible My Self series, I had no doubt that I had to read this series. I highly recommend this psychological thriller book by Jessica. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Eva E.
I recently picked up a book called "The Darkness Within Ourselves" by Jessica Huntley, and I wasn't sure what to expect. However, I ended up loving it! The book is part of The Darkness Series and it captivated me right from the beginning. I found myself so engrossed in the story that I struggled to put it down, even while I was at work. It's not my usual genre, but I'm glad I gave it a chance.
Although I'm not typically a fan of the series, I'm eagerly looking forward to diving into the second book.
The writing style and the way the author transitions between the present and the past are both so smooth and gentle. I can't get enough of it!
The story revolves around five friends, four (Amber, Jordan, Brooke and Jason) of whom are dealing with a dark secret that has been destroying their lives. Their world is turned upside down when a 12-year-old boy, Kieran, who disappeared 20 years ago, is seemingly linked to their secret. The book delves into deep themes and is definitely worth the read.
Brittany F.