Fear & Sunshine Dark Matters: Darksmith Family Legacy #3 by Donovan Scherer

Welcome back to the world's friendliest mad science family.
In Fear & Sunshine: Dark Matters, the lovable weirdo heroine Sunshine Saliente is back—and the monsters are growing bolder. As heir to the House of Doom and the world’s most notorious mad science legacy, Sunshine faces shadowy forces bent on bringing back the dark days of monster domination.
Between secret societies, dangerous experiments, and her eccentric undead dog, Sunshine must balance her bright optimism with the dark responsibilities of her family’s legacy. Can she prevent a monstrous uprising while holding onto her humanity—and her humor?
Packed with creepy fun, clever writing, and Tim Burton-esque flair, Dark Matters continues the Fear & Sunshine saga with even more thrills, laughs, and heart than ever before.
 
❤️ Why You’ll Love It
A perfect mix of spooky, silly, and sweet
Quirky characters, mad science, and gothic charm
Balances monsters and mayhem with positive themes of kindness, courage, and identity
Ideal for fans of The Nightmare Before Christmas, Coraline, or The Graveyard Book
🌟 Notable Reviews
⭐ “Clever, creepy, and completely charming.” — Reader Review
⭐ “Donovan Scherer’s art and storytelling sparkle with twisted imagination.” — Goodreads
⭐ “My kids loved it—and so did I!” — Parent Review
📌 Perfect For
Ages 9–14 / Middle Grade and Younger YA readers
Fans of spooky-funny stories with a positive heart
Readers who love graphic novel hybrids or illustrated fiction
Halloween season reading or year-round monster lovers