4.9 (23 ratings)

As Within, So Without: The Fated Celestials Trilogy, Book 2

Name: As Within, So Without: The Fated Celestials Trilogy, Book 2
Rating: 4.9 (23 reviews)
Author: D.M. Darcy
ISBN: B0FTPHW9LX

by D.M. Darcy

demons

About this book

Months have passed since the eclipse, but the scars left on Ves run deeper than flesh. As she prepares to ascend as the Sovereign Queen of Erus, a fragile peace holds her world together alongside Ryc. Yet, beneath the surface of this newfound stability, the shadows of her past are clawing their way back to the light. When Ves uncovers forbidden truths about the artifacts she stole from the hell-realms, she is thrust into a perilous journey that forces her to question everything she thought she knew about power, loyalty, and her own identity.

This gripping second installment of The Fated Celestials Trilogy masterfully blends dark fantasy with an intense enemies-to-lovers dynamic. As Ves navigates a world teetering on the edge of chaos, she learns the harrowing lesson that not all demons are monsters and that the most brutal wars are often fought within the soul.

D.M. Darcy delivers an addictive, high-stakes narrative that balances internal emotional growth with unpredictable, pulse-pounding plot twists. Perfect for fans of paranormal romance who crave complex character arcs and atmospheric world-building, this story is a testament to the resilience of the heart. Dive into a tale where fate is a tangled web and love is the most dangerous weapon of all.

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: B0FTPHW9LX

Reader Reviews

A Review in 3 Parts

September 11, 2025

The Plot of As Within, So Without was unpredictable making it extremely difficult to put down. But it was also riveting in a way that made me want to savor the moments + take it all in. The Characters of As Within, So Without are relatable in ways that made me feel understood but also made me reflect on the ways I could grow. Whoever says you can't learn anything from romantasy has yet to read a D.M. Darcy book. The Writing Style of D.M. Darcy made me feel deeply immersed in the experience of...

I need to know what happens next

September 11, 2025

This book just barely released (9/10/25). I was reading it on my kindle, and then I purchased the audio from paige and p j productions because they do the narration for both books in this series and they are absolutely fantastic and one of my favorite duos. I was laughing, crying and on the edge of my seat in so many parts of this book. This is part of a trilogy and book threw is hopefully being worked on because I need to know what happens next. Another five star read for sure and I'd give it...

Love her writing style!

September 10, 2025

DM Darcy quickly became a go-to author for me! I love the internality she weaves into Ves, and it's so affirming to see a character struggle with trauma and internal insecurities. I'm dying to see what comes next! ) One person found this helpful

I loved the continuation of Ves’ story

September 11, 2025

The way DM Darcy captures complex characters and emotion is amazing. I cannot recommend her books enough. This continuation was incredible. I can’t wait for the next one. )

Damn good

December 23, 2025

I’ve been in a reading slump and this series pulled me right out of it. This author is an incredible writer and storyteller. I can’t wait for the third book! )