The Lost Chronicles of Darla

They called her invisible. They’ll never forget her.

Fiction that hits a nerve.

Sharp, emotional reads with real stakes.

Cover of The Lost Chronicles of Darla: The Seventh Sinner (YA novella)

The Lost Chronicles of Darla: THE SEVENTH SINNER

Sharp, emotional reads with real stakes.

Darla wants to be seen—by her parents, her friends, the boy in the hall. A deal with the most popular girl looks like her chance…until one night shatters her innocence and triggers choices she can’t take back. Raw and gripping, The Lost Chronicles of Darla: THE SEVENTH SINNER is a YA novella about power, shame, and the dangerous kinds of attention we ask for—and accept.
(YA 14+ • themes: peer pressure, betrayal)

They called her invisible. One night made her unforgettable.

For Educators & Librarians


Recommended for readers ages 13–17, The Lost Chronicles of Darla bridges upper middle grade and YA. While the cover and title lean dark, the novella is ultimately about resilience, choices, and the search for belonging. It’s a strong option for advanced 12–13 year-olds and high school readers, with themes of peer pressure, betrayal, and identity that invite classroom discussion.

Classroom Discussion Topics

  • Belonging & Identity: Why do teens sometimes feel invisible, and what makes them feel seen?

  • Choices & Consequences: How do split-second decisions impact the course of Darla’s story, and how do they mirror real-life teen pressures?

  • Friendship & Betrayal: What role does trust play in shaping relationships, and what happens when that trust is broken?