fantasy author of grim worlds,

gray characters,

& gleaming romance

Don't lose yourself in the stars, little witch... not yet.

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Don't lose yourself in the stars, little witch... not yet. ⋆⁺₊⋆ ☾⋆⁺₊⋆

D.M. Darcy

dark fantasy romance author
writing stories that challenge
conventional fantasy tropes
in favor of philosophical exploration
of internal conflict, power dynamics,
& moral ambiguity.

About D.M. Darcy 
The Fated Celestials Trilogy

“Don’t lose yourself in the stars, little witch…not yet.”

“I belong here. With you. Always. No matter what it costs me.”

“Hearts are fragile things. Mine lies here. Should it shatter, should it cease, it will be because you deem it.”

The Fated Celestials Trilogy is a dark epic fantasy romance that follows Vestaris Moonshadow, the demon daughter of the god of death. Tired of her existence and being bound to the hells, Vestaris seeks escape or the finality of the void. Follow her story as she escapes the hells, learns the truth of who she really is, and fulfills her Fate.

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Available now on KU, Amazon, and Audible (duet performance by Paige Reisenfeld & PJ Freebourn).

As Above, So Below

Available now on KU, Amazon, and Audible (duet performance by Paige Reisenfeld & PJ Freebourn).

As Within, So Without

Releasing on September 10th, 2026.

As the Universe, So the Soul

Some kind words from readers about

  • "I would have never guessed that this was a debut novel from DM Darcy. The character and world building was exquisite perfection."

    — Courtney, GR review

  • "This book has an interesting twist on fae, gods, life and death, and it left me wanting more."

    — Eri, GR review

  • "While reading about the feelings that Ves had for Ryc, I actually had to take a moment, stop reading, and process some of my own feelings about love and loss, and it brought me to tears."

    — Patty, Amazon review

  • "DM Darcy's writing is both beautiful and intelligent and instrumental in pulling you into the world of Ves. I'm waiting very impatiently for book two."

    — Jessica, Verified Amazon review

  • "I refuse to believe this is a first-time author! Highly recommended if you like romantasy! 5 out of 5 stars!"

    — Ellen, TikTok review

  • "As Above, So Below is a breath of fresh air. This is a full-length novel, with a real and satisfying ending. I didn't feel like I was reading the same re-hashed story, despite some of the tropes, like fated mates."

    — Lucy, Amazon review

  • "From death to rebirth. From victim to victor. From haunted to whole. As Above, So Below is a spellbound journey back to self and I loved every page of it."

    — Holli, GR review

Some early reviews for

  • "I really enjoyed following along Ves' journey and watching more of her story unfold. The love, the struggles, the growth, the pain, the emotion... the storytelling is so vivid and immersive..."

    — Niki, GR review

  • "Ugh I was so happy to be back in Eldoterra again!!! I need need need neeeeed book 3 like stat!!!"

    — Winter, GR review

  • "Ves has to come to terms with who she is and what that even means. What her place in this new world can be and what she wants and is willing to sacrifice for herself and the people she loves. She has to learn to recognize herself when she didn't even realize a part of her was missing."

    — Rebecca, GR review

  • "D.M. Darcy does it again with the second installment in the Fated Celestials Series. This book has you on an emotional roller coaster from the get go. The unpredictability of this book will have you on the edge of your seat, wanting more and not just wanting more but needing more."

    — Jessica, GR review

  • "Darcy has perfected the art of a great story that not only gives you hope but also rips at your heart."

    — Jackie, GR review

  • "I was laughing, crying and on the edge of my seat in so many parts of this book."

    — Debbie, GR review

  • "As Within, So Without is an amazing story. This is the second book in The Fated Celestials Trilogy and it just keeps getting better and better each book."

    — Catalina, GR review

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Fantasy map of Eldoterra with labeled regions such as Monora, Dynalis, Fernth, Erus, and Aeros, featuring terrain variations like mountains, forests, and deserts, dotted cities like Leighthorne and Leonshard, bordered by seas like Nirath Sea and Casridden Ocean with a decorative compass rose.
Fantasy map of Cerwiden with labeled regions and cities, including Whisperwind Peninsula, Northwood, Eastern Wylds, Coldrock Warrens, and Withering Sands. Features various geographical elements like rivers, forests, and mountain ranges.