The highly anticipated second book in this dark and twisted fantasy horror series is finally here! Don’t go in the woods… Desperate for respite from the horrors of their past, Ivas and Ruby seek refuge in the serene mountains away from the seaside, hoping to leave their troubles behind. After narrowly escaping the clutches of supernatural scavengers from the sea, Ivas and Ruby find sanctuary on a secluded mountain farm. But tranquility proves elusive as they soon discover that the monsters they sought to escape are lurking in the shadows of this new wilderness. As Ruby, finally free from her cursed horns, begins to embrace her newfound sense of safety, a sinister presence emerges from the depths of the forest. A legendary monster, responsible for the countless disappearances haunting the woods, sets its sights on the unsuspecting duo. With danger closing in from all sides, Ivas and Ruby must summon all their courage and ingenuity to survive the relentless pursuit of this ancient terror. As they unravel the mysteries of the mountain and confront their darkest fears, they realize that the true battle for their lives has only just begun. Join Ivas and Ruby on another heart-pounding adventure fraught with peril and suspense in The Shepherd and the Reaper, the thrilling next installment in this spellbinding series of fantasy horror. Keywords: Teenagers/Young Adults, Fantasy, Horror, Supernatural, Mystery, Adventure, Suspense, Dark Fantasy, Paranormal, Monsters, Haunted, Mythology, Legends, Friendship, Courage, Grief, Seaside, Scottish, Small Town, Legends, Fog, Secrets, Thriller, Chilling, Atmospheric