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A review by desertlover
The Last of the Firedrakes by Farah Oomerbhoy
3.0
3.5 STARS
When I came across this book while cruising Net Galley, my inner Fantasy nerd was elated. The synopsis immediately drew me in and I couldn’t wait to delve into this new world. The beginning was a little slow, but once Aurora arrived in Avalonia, the story really took off.
I adored the heroine, Aurora most of the time. She had a strong personality with a hint of vulnerability. She had more strength and charm that most sixteen year olds. However, it annoyed me that she always seemed to get into trouble while sneaking out after dark. After the third time, I think someone should have banished her from going anywhere at nighttime.
Rafe was just…so heroic. I was smitten with him throughout the book and missed him terribly when he disappeared. Their relationship was fun to read and refreshingly realistic considering their ages. I wish there had been more interaction between these two. It was strength of the book and it just didn’t have enough of them together.
The creatures and people in Avalonia were overwhelming. I think the events could have been more exciting had there been less creatures. I couldn’t keep up with all of them and it just felt forced at times. Perhaps there should have been focus on a few interesting mythicals versus the endless supply.
After finishing, I was surprised to learn this was the author’s debut novel. It was a solid book and I wouldn’t hesitate to read more from her in the future.
** Thank you to Wise Ink Creative Publishing and Net Galley for my advanced copy of this book. **
When I came across this book while cruising Net Galley, my inner Fantasy nerd was elated. The synopsis immediately drew me in and I couldn’t wait to delve into this new world. The beginning was a little slow, but once Aurora arrived in Avalonia, the story really took off.
I adored the heroine, Aurora most of the time. She had a strong personality with a hint of vulnerability. She had more strength and charm that most sixteen year olds. However, it annoyed me that she always seemed to get into trouble while sneaking out after dark. After the third time, I think someone should have banished her from going anywhere at nighttime.
Rafe was just…so heroic. I was smitten with him throughout the book and missed him terribly when he disappeared. Their relationship was fun to read and refreshingly realistic considering their ages. I wish there had been more interaction between these two. It was strength of the book and it just didn’t have enough of them together.
The creatures and people in Avalonia were overwhelming. I think the events could have been more exciting had there been less creatures. I couldn’t keep up with all of them and it just felt forced at times. Perhaps there should have been focus on a few interesting mythicals versus the endless supply.
After finishing, I was surprised to learn this was the author’s debut novel. It was a solid book and I wouldn’t hesitate to read more from her in the future.
** Thank you to Wise Ink Creative Publishing and Net Galley for my advanced copy of this book. **