Hilary Pedroso De Souza

Hilary Pedroso De Souza

1 bookRomanceFantasyMystery

Hilary P. Souza is a lifelong lover of myth and mystery who spent her childhood exploring the quiet corners of libraries and the wild trails of the Pacific Northwest. With a background in historical research and a passion for storytelling, she weaves intricate worlds where ancient legends feel like living history. Hilary believes that every secret has a heartbeat and that the best stories are the ones that keep you searching for the truth long after the final chapter. When she isn't crafting tales of forbidden magic and epic love, she can be found gardening, studying celestial charts, or sipping tea with her two rescue cats. The Silver Key is her debut novel. Connect with her online to discover more about the world of Elaria.

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The Silver Key

The Silver Key

When the moon vanishes, the secrets of an ancient bloodline begin to glow

  • Romance
  • Fantasy
  • Mystery

Ten years ago, Elyra Solenne’s mother vanished, leaving behind only a cold silver key and a lifetime of unanswered questions. Now eighteen, Elyra is an apprentice in the Hall of Records, surrounded by the history she hopes will reveal the truth. But when her mother’s final letter warns her to follow the key only when the moon disappears, Elyra thinks it’s a riddle—until the sky goes dark. As the moon vanishes from existence, the silver key awakens, and glowing symbols appear on Elyra’s skin. Thrown into a world of ancient ruins and erased prophecies, she must trust Auren Veyr, a guarded traveler who knows too much about her heritage and the power she carries. Together, they must outrun those who would weaponize history to control the future. From the silent archives of Aurelia to forgotten kingdoms, Elyra discovers that her mother’s disappearance wasn’t an accident—it was a sacrifice. The key doesn’t just open a door; it unlocks a destiny that could reshape the world. In a land without moonlight, the truth is the most dangerous thing of all. Hilary P. Souza delivers a spellbinding tale of slow-burn romance and ancient mystery where the greatest secret is the girl herself.