Synopsis:It is not a peaceful time in the Dells. The young King Nash clings to his throne while rebel lords in the north and south build armies to unseat him. The mountains and forests are filled with spies and thieves and lawless men.
This is where Fire lives. With a wild, irresistible appearance and hair the color of flame, Fire is the last remaining human monster. Equally hated and adored, she has the unique ability to control minds, but she guards her power, unwilling to steal the secrets of innocent people. Especially when she has so many of her own.
Then Prince Brigan comes to bring her to King City. The royal family needs her help to uncover a plot against the king. Far away from home, Fire begins to realize there's more to her power than she ever dreamed. Her power could save the kingdom.
If only she wasn't afraid of becoming the monster her father was.
My rating: 9/10
My Thoughts:
After reading Graceling, I wasn't entirely interested in reading a book that didn't involve Po and Katsa, but I'm glad I did because I LOVED IT. It was way different than I expected after reading the inside flap, but different in a good way. The characters were awesome and some of the small problems I had with Graceling, probably due it it being a first novel, were not present with Fire. Plus there was an interesting take on Beauty which give you something to think about. Now I can't wait for Kristen Cashore's next novel!
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