It's dark.

Very dark. But Beyonders is a dark series. Lyrian isn't a magical world where all the heroes hopes and dreams come true. Lyrian is a world in turmoil. A land that has almost entirely been encompassed by darkness. Maldor is a wicked man and his power and vile deeds know no end.

In war, the casualties are always greater than hoped for and this is the case with Chasing the Prophecy.

There are no happily ever afters here. No simple answers to complex problems. No victories without sacrifice and grave cost. In a way, it's what makes this series so captivating along with Mull's vivid descriptions and tone.

Beyonders is by far not as light hearted as the typical fantasy fare I read, but I highly recommend it if you are a fan of Mull's or YA fantasy in general.