kathrynnerickson's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
essentiallyselfish's review against another edition
4.5
I enjoyed it despite the exposition and slow pace
hunterbelle's review against another edition
5.0
It’s hard to believe that before this series, KA Tucker wrote only contemporary romance. She’s so good at writing fantasy! The world building is A+ and it never feels like all this information about a completely new world/magic system/political schemes was just dumped out on the reader. The progression felt so natural.
There is a touch of romance in here but it is not a romance novel. FMC is a thief caught up with organized crime in NYC that gets transported to a seemingly medieval, magic filled world completely different than her own - in the body of an antagonizing/evil princess who apparently plotted to murder the king and queen. I love Romy so much. She’s brave and handles whatever is thrown at her with her quick wit and that knack for survival she’s had to have her whole life. Meanwhile she is a stranger to this new world bjt has to act like she’s familiar with it. Zander is an idealist at heart but a skeptical ruler in practice. Most of the book he is keeping a massive secret from Romy that sets up the rest of the series. He trusts very few people and definitely not Romy, given that she (or the evil princess whose body she’s in) killed his parents at the start of the book. My poor baby king has so much on his back but when there’s those brief moment when he can let go of it, he’s just a handsome lil soft boi.
This is going to be such a great series. Every fantasy reader needs to give it a try.
Also, everything From Blood and Ash wishes it was.
There is a touch of romance in here but it is not a romance novel. FMC is a thief caught up with organized crime in NYC that gets transported to a seemingly medieval, magic filled world completely different than her own - in the body of an antagonizing/evil princess who apparently plotted to murder the king and queen. I love Romy so much. She’s brave and handles whatever is thrown at her with her quick wit and that knack for survival she’s had to have her whole life. Meanwhile she is a stranger to this new world bjt has to act like she’s familiar with it. Zander is an idealist at heart but a skeptical ruler in practice. Most of the book he is keeping a massive secret from Romy that sets up the rest of the series. He trusts very few people and definitely not Romy, given that she (or the evil princess whose body she’s in) killed his parents at the start of the book. My poor baby king has so much on his back but when there’s those brief moment when he can let go of it, he’s just a handsome lil soft boi.
This is going to be such a great series. Every fantasy reader needs to give it a try.
Also, everything From Blood and Ash wishes it was.
eglawless's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
trish_beautifulchaosreviews's review against another edition
5.0
I have been reading fantasy since I was in junior high school, and it's still one of my favorite genres. You know, Tolkien, Sanderson, Jordan, but I have yet to dive into fantasy romance, or is it romantic fantasy? Anyway, I know I have a whole universe to discover. I have to say I have been hooked by Fate of Wrath and Flame. I was immersed in the story from page one. The author does a great job of the slow reveal of what is going on and leaves you guessing as to who is the bad guy and who is not. There's dangerous romance, monsters, betrayal, hidden agendas, and magic--all the things that make fantasy great.
To begin to go into details would take me all day and be confusing. Let's just say two romances are going on--one that has taken a tragic turn, and Sofie is doing whatever is necessary to restore her loved one. And the second, between out of time Romy and the prince. It is all intricately woven in this story that I hope drags out for a good long time. Creating a world and inhabiting it with dynamic characters demands excellent long detailed storytelling that cannot be done in one or two books. Wheel of Time anyone? I personally cannot wait for the next book in this series!
To begin to go into details would take me all day and be confusing. Let's just say two romances are going on--one that has taken a tragic turn, and Sofie is doing whatever is necessary to restore her loved one. And the second, between out of time Romy and the prince. It is all intricately woven in this story that I hope drags out for a good long time. Creating a world and inhabiting it with dynamic characters demands excellent long detailed storytelling that cannot be done in one or two books. Wheel of Time anyone? I personally cannot wait for the next book in this series!
shankl's review against another edition
3.0
K.A. Tucker has dipped her toe into the fantasy genre. A Fate of Wrath & Flame has the reader on the same journey as the female protagonist, Romy. A journey set in confusion for the better part of the book, until revelations are made and backstabbers are revealed.
This book was not was I anticipated as it is filled with lore, magic and supernatural creatures. The story begins in the present day then transports the reader to a magical world with gods of fate and kingdoms at war. A Fate of Wrath & Flame is more fantasy than romance.
It appears we have a new series after the cliffhanger. This book has only scratched the surface of "why" Romy is living in another place and time. I long to learn more about Atticus and Zander's affection for Romy.
This book was not was I anticipated as it is filled with lore, magic and supernatural creatures. The story begins in the present day then transports the reader to a magical world with gods of fate and kingdoms at war. A Fate of Wrath & Flame is more fantasy than romance.
It appears we have a new series after the cliffhanger. This book has only scratched the surface of "why" Romy is living in another place and time. I long to learn more about Atticus and Zander's affection for Romy.
andireadsromance's review against another edition
5.0
I’m mostly a contemporary romance reader, but I’m a fan of K.A. Tucker’s writing, so when I heard she was writing a fantasy romance, I was intrigued. Her Simple Wild series drew me in with her storytelling, so it was something I expected with this and it was definitely delivered. Tucker is masterful in painting a picture with her descriptions and you get a very clear picture of this world she’s transported us to; a world where immortals are superior to mortals.
This is a definite slow burn and it makes sense for it to be. Although there is definitely chemistry, it takes a while for Zander to warm up to this version of Romeria as the “old” Romeria had a hand in killing his parents. The “new” Romeria knows he despises her, but is drawn to him. The only thing that saved her initially from execution was saving his sister, Annika and she’s had to prove that she’s not the Romeria he thinks he knows. There are little teases along the way, so we do get a little satisfaction from the love story along the way.
This book definitely ends in the middle of the story. Would I consider the ending a cliffhanger? Yes and no, but at a good stopping place; a good transitional plot point. It reminds me of the way the Lord of the Rings trilogy was. Fellowship of the Ring has all the back story. The buildup is expected as well as descriptions for this new world we’ve never been to. It can be a lot to absorb for some, but I thoroughly enjoyed it and look forward to seeing where this story goes and how everything plays out.
I was provided an ARC for an honest review. 4 1/2 Stars.
This is a definite slow burn and it makes sense for it to be. Although there is definitely chemistry, it takes a while for Zander to warm up to this version of Romeria as the “old” Romeria had a hand in killing his parents. The “new” Romeria knows he despises her, but is drawn to him. The only thing that saved her initially from execution was saving his sister, Annika and she’s had to prove that she’s not the Romeria he thinks he knows. There are little teases along the way, so we do get a little satisfaction from the love story along the way.
This book definitely ends in the middle of the story. Would I consider the ending a cliffhanger? Yes and no, but at a good stopping place; a good transitional plot point. It reminds me of the way the Lord of the Rings trilogy was. Fellowship of the Ring has all the back story. The buildup is expected as well as descriptions for this new world we’ve never been to. It can be a lot to absorb for some, but I thoroughly enjoyed it and look forward to seeing where this story goes and how everything plays out.
I was provided an ARC for an honest review. 4 1/2 Stars.
hanniep11's review against another edition
3.0
I enjoyed this story a lot, seeing Romy and Zander develop and grow as well as the friendships that were able to blossom was fun. It did seem a little slow moving and a bit predictable to me, but I believe that this series shows some really awesome potential and I am excited for the next one to come out.
clauserem's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0