Fire
A gripping tale of beauty and power in a dangerous world
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Orion Publishing Co
Published:7th Jan '21
Should be back in stock very soon

In Fire, beauty becomes a powerful weapon as the protagonist navigates love, political intrigue, and her own formidable abilities in a dangerous world.
In a world teeming with breathtaking beauty and perilous monsters, Fire stands out as one of the most formidable creatures—a human being. With her striking red hair, she is not just a figure of beauty; she possesses an allure that can captivate and manipulate those around her. This extraordinary charm has the power to sway nations and disrupt entire kingdoms, drawing individuals away from their responsibilities and into her orbit. However, with this gift comes a heavy burden, as Fire must navigate the treacherous waters of influence and desire.
Despite her allure, Fire is acutely aware of the dangers her beauty brings. To protect herself from the chaos it can incite, she chooses to live in isolation, far from the temptations and the people who might seek to exploit her. Yet, when her king calls upon her, she is thrust back into a world where her powers are both a blessing and a curse. She must confront not only external threats but also her own inner demons, grappling with the implications of her beauty and the responsibilities it entails.
Readers are drawn into the captivating narrative of Fire, where themes of love, power, and self-discovery intertwine. The book's intricate world-building, combined with its rich character development, creates a compelling tale that resonates deeply with fans of fantasy. As Fire embarks on her journey, she challenges the notions of beauty and strength, making her story one that is both enchanting and thought-provoking.
[Cashore] will slake the thirst of TWILIGHT fans - PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Cashore's prose is smooth and unobtrusive. But for all its lightness of tone, GRACELING is not a simple novel. Indeed it deals with some very difficult subject matter. Its inevitable love story is sweetly unconventional and unabashedly feminist. Katsa herself is a rich character. The growth of her trust and self-esteem is the understated heart of the novel. This is always Katsa's story and enjoyable fast-paced it is too. An immensely fun, good-hearted read - SFXCashore creates believable characters with enough depth, subtlety and experience to satisfy older readers...An impressive first novel - BOOKLISTThere are some books that stick with you for years, and Kristen Cashore's Fire is one of them. Thoughtful, steamy and completely original, Fire is YA fantasy at its absolute best - Sabaa Tahir, author of New York Times bestselling Ember in the AshesReaders can enjoy this novel without having read Graceling. And enjoy it they will, with its vivid characters, convincing fantasy elements, gripping adventure scenes, and memorable love story - Booklist, starred reviewISBN: 9781473233263
Dimensions: 196mm x 128mm x 32mm
Weight: 280g
400 pages