Publisher's Synopsis
In Rise of the Deep: The Creatures of Middle Earth Ascend, ancient creatures long hidden beneath the Earth's surface, known as the Dwellers, begin to emerge, intent on reclaiming the world they once ruled. These intelligent and powerful beings, forgotten by history, are driven by a centuries-old conflict with humanity. As they invade cities and towns across the globe, the balance between the surface world and the underworld is thrown into chaos.
The story follows a group of teenagers-Leo, Emma, Anika, and Haruto-who are drawn together by mysterious forces to combat the rising threat. Guided by Kiera, a stranger with knowledge of the Dwellers' history and their goals, the teens must learn to navigate both the surface and the depths of the Earth. Along the way, they uncover an ancient energy source called the Life Core, which sustains both realms. If the Dwellers gain control of it, they can reshape the surface world, leading to humanity's destruction.
Facing betrayal, powerful enemies, and their own fears, the teens embark on a perilous journey into the depths of Middle Earth. There, they discover lost cities, form uneasy alliances, and fight to stop the Dwellers from merging the two worlds. Along the way, they learn that both humanity and the Dwellers are more connected than they ever imagined, and only through sacrifice and understanding can they prevent the destruction of both realms.
In the final battle, one of the group must make the ultimate sacrifice to destroy the Life Core and stop the Dwellers' invasion. The story concludes with the remnants of both worlds attempting to rebuild and coexist, forging a fragile peace in the aftermath of the conflict. Rise of the Deep is a gripping tale of survival, unity, and the consequences of forgotten history.
