“Where Darkness Dwells holds timeless themes penned in refreshingly unique ways. The atmospheric world combined with Renae’s lyrical prose is like warm honey. Hope sings from every character as they seek truth and light. This fictional tale resonates deeply with reality, and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants courage to face life’s challenges.”

 — EMILY BARNETT, author of Thread of Dreams

“I don't know if I can properly explain this book. It's just so much - so much hope and despair, love and hate, faith and regret. This is a story that paints a vivid picture of the battle between good and evil. We've all heard light and darkness used as a metaphor for it before, but I don't think they will ever feel so palpable as they do here.”

— Goodreads Review

“Renae’s world will grip you the moment you sink into its inky depths and immerse you in a richly textured setting that is as heart-achingly beautiful as it is complex. As her characters each grapple with what it means to live in a world of darkness, their journey to find hope amidst seemingly insurmountable odds will keep you thinking about this story long after you turn the last page.”

— KATEE STEIN, author of Glass Helix and the Of Earth and Sky Duology

“Lyrical and captivating, full of beauty, depth and gorgeous writing.”

— Goodreads Review

“In a time of morally gray heroes and romance driven narratives, this refreshing tale brings to light the importance of foundational gospel truths. With focused themes of forgiveness, redemption, and faithfulness, Where Darkness Dwells stands in stark contrast to most fiction being produced today.”

— AMANDA AULER, Daughter of the Sun & Children of the Earth 

“I'm not sure I can adequately put into words how beautiful this book is or how deeply this story touched my heart. The world Andrea Renae has built is unique and immersive, and the characters became so dear to me as each one struggled to fight for hope and the people they love. This is a story I will come back to again and again, and I cannot wait to see what is next from this author.”

— Goodreads Review

“Darkness and shadows. The glowing bones of the dead and paths lit by bioluminescent fungi. The eternal struggle of good versus evil plays out in a way that is both fantastical and yet so very real in Where Darkness Dwells, Andrea Renae’s powerful debut novel. With unforgettable characters and lyrical prose, we are reminded that no matter how dark things may be, the light can always be found.”

— AMBER KIRKPATRICK, author of Until the Rising, Unleashed, & Released