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A review by i_hype_romance
Fireborn by Katie MacAlister
3.0
I was provided with an ARC of this title by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
Allegria wants to fight against the horde of invaders that threaten her country. But first she has to convince them that she is a worthy soldier - even though she is female. She runs away from the priory that has sheltered and raised her to join the outlier army.
Her childhood friend Deo leads the army - but she does not recognize him. He has been transformed by the Chaos magic he has harnessed. Because of Allegria's own skills as a Light Bringer, Deo allows her to become part of his forces.
Along the way she finds unexpected love, avoids execution, and discovers her purpose.
Overall, this was a solid book. However, I found myself skimming lengthy unnecesssary sections. The world-building, while unique, was not fully fleshed out. The character development arcs were too rushed, as was the love at first sight subplot.
3 stars.
Allegria wants to fight against the horde of invaders that threaten her country. But first she has to convince them that she is a worthy soldier - even though she is female. She runs away from the priory that has sheltered and raised her to join the outlier army.
Her childhood friend Deo leads the army - but she does not recognize him. He has been transformed by the Chaos magic he has harnessed. Because of Allegria's own skills as a Light Bringer, Deo allows her to become part of his forces.
Along the way she finds unexpected love, avoids execution, and discovers her purpose.
Overall, this was a solid book. However, I found myself skimming lengthy unnecesssary sections. The world-building, while unique, was not fully fleshed out. The character development arcs were too rushed, as was the love at first sight subplot.
3 stars.