Of Fire and Stars

Paperback, 416 pages

Published Feb. 6, 2018 by Balzer + Bray.

ISBN:
978-0-06-243326-8
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2 stars (1 review)

Betrothed since childhood to the prince of Mynaria, Princess Dennaleia has always known what her future holds. Her marriage will seal the alliance between Mynaria and her homeland, protecting her people from other hostile lands. But Denna has a secret. She possesses an Affinity for fire—a dangerous gift for the future queen of a kingdom where magic is forbidden.

Now, Denna must learn the ways of her new home while trying to hide her growing magic. To make matters worse, she must learn to ride Mynaria’s formidable warhorses—and her teacher is the person who intimidates her most, the prickly and unconventional Princess Amaranthine—called Mare—the sister of her betrothed.

When a shocking assassination leaves the kingdom reeling, Mare and Denna reluctantly join forces to search for the culprit. As the two become closer, Mare is surprised by Denna’s intelligence and bravery, while Denna is drawn to Mare’s independent streak. And soon …

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2 stars

I like the book. I thought it was intriguing and mystical. I loved the romance that the book held.

And that's pretty much it.

There was no world building whatsoever, there was no mention of the gods in the story, and we didn't get much character development. I wanted to know more about the characters and I wanted to know more about the world. Instead, all of it is shoved under the table for a romance that is so lukewarm that lobsters are able to survive in it.

Don't get me wrong; the build up was fantastic. I just wish we got to know more of the characters instead of the one dimensional trait that we're given. I want to know more about the gods. I want to know more about lands and the other countries and what, exactly, constitutes to become a country. I wish there was more to …