The document summarizes the book "The Dark is Rising" by Susan Cooper. It describes the story of Will Stanton discovering he has mystical powers and joins a group of Old Ones who fight against the evil forces of the Dark. The Dark uses its powers to create horrible weather in England. Will is held back by these powers from finding the signs of the Light. Merriman, Will's master, faces obstacles in helping Will find the signs to defeat the Dark. The document recommends the book for ages 9-13 and lists other books in The Dark is Rising sequence and additional books by the author Susan Cooper.