Shadow and Crystal Thorns (Fae and Crystal Thorns, #2) -

A romantasy with dragons, pain, a mortal with magic, and a fae warrior who gives her jewelry.

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Shadow and Crystal Thorns by Kay L. Moody, book #2 of the Fae and Crystal Thorns series. War would be easier if she could tell who was right and who was wrong.

Book Description

As iron poisoning chokes Faerie, a human healer and her terrifying dragon fight to save the land… and battle a fae warrior’s deadly prejudice.

When Faerie is poisoned by treacherous mortals, apothecary Chloe knows she’ll have to heal the land to save it. But for someone who doubts her own abilities, she’s afraid her plan will fail.

Fae warrior, Quintus, hates all mortals except her. Their disagreements on how to end the war only feed the fire between them, though his protective nature calls to something in Chloe that aches for recognition.

Of course her problems don’t end there. She also has a terrifying dragon following her around and acting like she’s its master.

But even if Quintus learns to see the difference between treachery and mortals, she still can’t fall for him. Because someday she’ll die of old age and an immortal like him never will. How could she doom the one she loves to such pain?

Dive into this epic fantasy romance filled with healing magic and an apothecary discovering her value, and watch an enemies-to-lovers bond break all the rules.

Available in eBook, Paperback, and Hardcover

**The hardcover exclusive edition includes a special under-the-dust-jacket design featuring an illustration of Chloe and Quintus. It also includes a bonus chapter from Quintus’s perspective!**

Shadow & Crystal Thorns is Book 2 in the Fae and Crystal Thorns series. Don’t miss the other books in this stunning fantasy series!

Book 1: Flame & Crystal Thorns
Book 2: Shadow & Crystal Thorns
Book 3: Blade & Crystal Thorns
Book 4: Curse & Crystal Thorns
Book 5: Wrath & Crystal Thorns
Standalone: Nutcracker of Crystalfall

Character Portraits of Chloe and Quintus

Chloe character card. Chloe is the main character of the Fae and Crystal Thorns series by Kay L. Moody.

Quintus character card, Quintus is a character in the Fae and Crystal Thorns series by Kay L. Moody.

Editorial Reviews

Strong-willed, bold, and beautiful female characters are scattered through the pages of this wonderfully epic fantasy. Returning to Faerie was every thing I had hoped for and more. Kay L. Moody’s world building and character development will captivate you and keep you longing for the next book.
K. R., @cou.rtofbooks

Who else swoons over a little overprotective love mixed in with a fae fantasy world?! Kay’s world building of Bitter Thorn just keeps getting better and better. This action-packed sequel will have you on your toes throughout the whole book.
Cheyenne Mcdonald, @chey.enne_books

Kay L. Moody delivers again with an epic adventure filled with slow burn enemies to lovers romance, friendship, Fae, and so much more. Shadow and Crystal Thorns leaves you desperate for the next book in the series and crossing your fingers that Kay never stops writing books set in this world.
Monica, @books_over_everything

Romantasy fans need to pick up this series immediately! Kay L. Moody delivers yet another spellbinding book and delves further into our favourite faerie lands in Shadow & Crystal Thorns. If you thought you loved book one, you’ll be blown away by this spectacular sequel!
Colby Bettley, @colby_bettley

A wonderfully magical fae adventure, full of finding courage & love. This epic YA fantasy is full of battles for Fae courts, dragons, and hope.
Erin, @pagesinkedinshadows

Returning to Faerie has never been more full of adventure and magic as it is here with Chloe’s continued journey to save it. The sacrifices she makes, the friendships she develops and finally taking a chance with Quintus had me enthralled. There is not a moment to catch your breath with this high stakes fantasy, yet you will thoroughly enjoy being thrilled with each page!
Keshia, @808bookdr

Kay L Moody doesn’t know the meaning of the word disappointed, because she certainly didn’t with Shadow and Crystal Thorns! Fabulously written follow up, with tantalizing character and epic plot twists. This book was off the charts mesmerizing!! Loved it!
Gladys, Nerd Girl Official

Book Quotes from Shadow and Crystal Thorns

“If you harm a single hair on her head, I will tear you limb from limb and then I will dig out your heart and throw it into the depths of this cave.”
“Some things are not easy to say, which usually means they are the things that most need to be said.”
“To be fair, I did attempt to murder your sister in a dark cave late at night. I’m not sure if you find that better or worse than kissing her.”
“She should have known he had more weapons at his disposal than just his magnificent eyes.”
“Not every adventure is meant for the heroic and powerful. Some adventures are meant for the ordinary, to turn them into something greater than they were when they began.”
“Everyone has a story. Maybe this one is yours, not theirs.”
“He didn’t just say her name. He breathed it. He lived it. It left his lips like a praise reserved for the highest ruler. For the most precious jewel.”
“She wasn’t some brave adventurer. She was Chloe. Just regular Chloe.”
“A person’s worth isn’t measured by what she can do for other people.”
“Your accomplishments are not less significant just because you did things differently or needed help along the way.”

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