amethystangel777 's review for:

A Kingdom of Shadow and Ash by J.F. Johns

4.0

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A Kingdom of Shadow and Ash is a fiery, tension-filled enemies-to-lovers fantasy that hooks you from the first page and refuses to let go. Mal Blackburn is a sharp, stubborn force of nature with a dagger in her hand and vengeance in her heart, sent to kill the infamous fire prince and end a centuries-old curse. But nothing is simple in a land ruled by dragons, secrets, and smoldering stares. The chemistry between Mal and the prince crackles, and the worldbuilding, steeped in curses, forgotten magic, and political unrest, draws you deep into the ashes of a broken world. While a few pacing dips slowed the middle, the plot twists and emotional undercurrents more than made up for it. A thrilling start to what promises to be a searing series.