Even a stone can bleed.

Fleeing Kin, Amarie finds unexpected company with his old friend Talon and her trust in the mysterious auer only grows after a dangerous grygurr encounter. She uses Talon's past with Kin to learn more about the Shade's true intentions and the creature he calls Master.

After Alana's attempt to remind Kin of his priorities, he struggles between his sworn duty and the desire of his heart while in pursuit of Amarie. He must choose to remain loyal to the man who gave him power or tell her the truth and face the consequences.

The journey takes them all to Aidensar, where much more is at stake than Kin and Amarie's future together. New enemies and allies shake reality, shoving everyone towards the precipice of disaster.

Blood of the Key is Part 2 in The Berylian Key trilogy, and Book 2 in the Pantracia Chronicles.