This Present Darkness and Piercing the Darkness by Frank E. Peretti are fictional novels published by Crossway in 2000. The hardcover books, measuring 9 inches in length, 6 inches in width, and 2.2 inches in height, weigh 44.2 ounces and contain a total of 816 pages. Written in English, the novels fall under the genre of Westerns with a Christian theme, making them a compelling read for fans of both genres. Frank E. Peretti's storytelling weaves a captivating tale that explores themes of faith and redemption in the face of darkness and adversity.