The Broken Key Series by Brian S. Pratt

Shepherd's Quest begins a story about three lads from the small town of Quillim: Riyan Borenson, Chadric Kelon, and Bartholomew Agreani. When Riyan stumbles upon an ancient burial tomb, he and the others soon discover deep in the tomb's bowels, the fabled King?s Horde. A place reputedly holding a vast fortune. However, before they can gain access to the King?s Horde, they must first recover the segments of a key that will open the sigil inscribed portal... moreShepherd's Quest begins a story about three lads from the small town of Quillim: Riyan Borenson, Chadric Kelon, and Bartholomew Agreani. When Riyan stumbles upon an ancient burial tomb, he and the others soon discover deep in the tomb's bowels, the fabled King?s Horde. A place reputedly holding a vast fortune. However, before they can gain access to the King?s Horde, they must first recover the segments of a key that will open the sigil inscribed portal. One segment was discovered within the ancient burial tomb clutched in the hand of a long dead thief. Somehow they must find the remaining segments of the key and open the Horde before word gets out. For should others learn of what they found, less scrupulous men will quickly be after them to claim the Horde for themselves. Their quest for the remaining segments of The Broken Key ultimately leads them to a place located deep within hostile goblin territory, a place where even the goblins fear to go. less

Riyan, Chad, and Bart continue their quest with the aid of their newfound companion, Kevik. Recently bereft of his master, Kevik struggled on his own to learn his craft and to put the appellation of 'Apprentice' behind him. Though lacking in confidence, his ability to creatively utilize what few spells he has mastered has came in handy time and again. What they had feared most has come to pass. Word that they may have found the King's Horde had begun to spread... moreRiyan, Chad, and Bart continue their quest with the aid of their newfound companion, Kevik. Recently bereft of his master, Kevik struggled on his own to learn his craft and to put the appellation of 'Apprentice' behind him. Though lacking in confidence, his ability to creatively utilize what few spells he has mastered has came in handy time and again. What they had feared most has come to pass. Word that they may have found the King's Horde had begun to spread. Now, it has reached the ears of one who will stop at nothing to discover what they know.The second installment of "The Broken Key" continues to follow the four friends in their search for the final two segments of the Key that will unlock the fabled King's Horde. Through the words of an aged tome hidden in a long forgotten room, and the recollections of a madman, they set out for where they believe another of the segments lies hidden.For more information about "Hunter of the Horde," or any of the other books by Brian S. Pratt, please visit www.briansprattbooks.com. less

Here in the conclusion of The Broken Key the location of the fourth and last coat of arms from The Crypt has been located. Unfortunately it lies beyond the Moran Tribes' border. That inconsequential detail will hardly deter Riyan and the rest from traveling there in the hopes of uncovering the last segment of the Key which they believe will open the King's Horde.Unbeknownst to our heroes, more people have begun to learn of their quest and have gravitated to Quillim in search of answers... moreHere in the conclusion of The Broken Key the location of the fourth and last coat of arms from The Crypt has been located. Unfortunately it lies beyond the Moran Tribes' border. That inconsequential detail will hardly deter Riyan and the rest from traveling there in the hopes of uncovering the last segment of the Key which they believe will open the King's Horde.Unbeknownst to our heroes, more people have begun to learn of their quest and have gravitated to Quillim in search of answers. Their once peaceful village is soon torn asunder as Horde crazed men search the surrounding hills for the entrance. Each vying to be the one to find it.Should they find the segment and escape unscathed from The Moran Tribes, what chance do they have of gaining the entrance to the Horde and opening when the area is swarming with men who will stop at nothing to possess the treasure it holds! less