My theme for the 2026 A to Z Challenge is plotting Book Three in my Existence series — Cave of Existence.
They finally get to the heart of the cave. True Darkness surrounds them as they learn the truth and history behind their kind. They have, directly or indirectly, been responsible for a lot of historical events, many of which are remarkable tragedies. It is revealed why Wend left the group, severing The Existence and dampening their powers and memories.
But what about the present and the future?
What is the darkest dark you have ever experienced?
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/249351265-cave-of-existence - "Want to read" (Book is not yet published)
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So far I have avoided the darkness of the cave.
ReplyDeleteProbably wise.
DeleteThe darkest dark? Probably Wind Cave, when they turn off the lights to show you what the total absence of light looks like. Spend enough time there, you'll go blind.
ReplyDeleteYup. Cave blindness. It's a real thing.
DeleteBeen inside the Carlsbad Caverns when they turned off the lights - so dark you start seeing things.
ReplyDeleteEyes playing tricks.
DeleteNow we get to what I've been wondering about since book 1! As for darkest dark: the Donker Gat (Dark Hole) in the Castle of Good Hope. Google it :-)
ReplyDeleteDrowning in the darkness, not fun.
DeleteAh yes, finding out the long mystery... but what might they do about it?
They didn't realize how important they were to the grand scheme of things.
ReplyDeleteExactly
DeleteDarkest dark ? Losing my mom and dad.
ReplyDeleteAh, an emotional answer. Hugs. 🫂
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