Fire

by Kristin Cashore
Fire cover
Good Books rating 4.13
Fantasy
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  • ID: 6508
  • Added: 2025-11-18
  • Updated: 2025-11-29
  • ISBN: 9780575086753
  • Publisher: Hachette UK
  • Published: 2009-09-24
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

Fire is a unique and powerful monster in a world filled with dangerous creatures. Her striking red hair and enchanting beauty make her irresistible, but her influence can lead people to abandon their duties and even crush nations. Afraid of her own power, Fire lives in isolation until she is called upon by her king to use her abilities for the greater good. The story is a gripping blend of action, political intrigue, and a beautiful central relationship, set against a backdrop of stunningly beautiful and dangerous monsters. The book is praised for its well-drawn world, expertly woven characters, and deep, romantic relationships that stem from trust and acceptance.

Reviews
Everyday Reading · 2025-11-18
great 4.50

The writing is lovely, the pacing is better, and the characters are great, leaving the reader more gratified than the previous book. The story is captivating and well-told.

The reviewer found the writing to be lovely and the pacing to be much improved over the previous book. The characters are well-developed and engaging, making the story a gratifying read. The reviewer appreciated the captivating nature of the story and the way it kept them hooked from beginning to end. The overall experience was highly positive, with the reviewer enjoying the depth and complexity of the characters and the world they inhabit.

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    Lovely writing, better pacing, and a great set of characters

    Fire left me so much more gratified than Graceling

    I could not stop staring at the beauty of the prose

Fantasy Book Review · 2025-11-18
excellent 4.40

This book is almost perfect, with a tasteful and innocent romance that improves upon the previous book. The characters and world-building are engaging and well-developed.

This book is often praised as almost perfect, particularly for its tasteful and innocent romance, which is a significant improvement over the previous book in the series. The characters are well-developed, and the world-building is engaging, making it a compelling read. The reviewer appreciates the depth of the story and the way it draws readers in, making it a standout in the genre. The pacing and character development are particularly noteworthy, contributing to a satisfying reading experience.

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    This is almost the perfect book

    The romance was much more tasteful and innocent than in Graceling

    Truly a compelling read

The New York Times · The New York Times · 2009-12-04
good 3.50

The book is a good addition to the young adult bookshelf, offering action, romance, and mysterious creatures. It allows readers to indulge in a rich and engaging story.

The reviewer notes that this book is a good addition to the young adult bookshelf, offering a mix of action, romance, and mysterious creatures. The story is rich and engaging, allowing readers to indulge in a world that is both fascinating and compelling. The reviewer appreciates the depth of the story and the way it keeps readers engaged throughout. The characters are well-developed, and the plot is engaging, making it a worthwhile read for young adult audiences.

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    It has action, romance and mysterious creatures

    It allows readers to indulge in a rich and engaging story

    A good addition to the young adult bookshelf

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