The highly anticipated sequel to Beneath the Rising , which was named one best science fiction and fantasy books of the year by The Washington Post . "Expertly melding sci-fi, horror, and literary elements, this is an astounding examination of a shattered friendship." -- Publishers Weekly It's been a year and a half since the Anomaly, when They tried to force their way into the world from the shapeless void. Nick Prasad is piecing his life together, and has joined the secretive Ssarati Society to help monitor threats to humanity - including his former friend Johnny. Right on cue, the unveiling of Johnny's latest experiment sees more portals opened to Them, leaving her protesting her innocence even as the two of them are thrown together to fight the darkness once more. "A wonderful adventure, rife with strange heart and weird horror." Chuck Wendig "Every reveal is gasp-out-loud astonishing." Charlie Jane Anders "A galloping global adventure where lies and privilege are as villainous as the cthulonic forces our heroes must rush to stop.

" Brooke Bolander "A perfect balance of thriller, horror and humour; reminded me of The Gone-Away World ." Adrian Tchaikovsky.