The Seven Kingdoms Trilogy Book 2 - Prequel

THE SEVEN KINGDOMS TRILOGY:
Fire by Kristin Cashore

Everybody Loves A Monster!

Fire is a monster. Not because of who she is or what she's done, but because of what she is, and what her father was. Monsters are not uncommon in the Dells, all being bright and beautiful and unnaturally coloured, what is uncommon is a human monster; and Fire is the last.

However, not all monsters are distinguished by their bright vibrant rainbow of colours. Some are the most unassuming of people, others are greedy and hateful men, and others still are dark memories that refuse to rest. In a world on the edge of disaster, is Fire the one to fear as the bringer of destruction, or will she be the only chance of survival?

Fire must make a choice, between what she was born to be, and what she wants to be. There is a war coming, enemies at every turn and murder on everyone's mind. Everybody has a secret, and the past is fast catching up with the present. Not everyone will survive and those that do will have blood on their hands. But not all is lost, for one way or the other the war will end, and with that ending there will be a new beginning.

In Graceling we are introduced to stories and rumours of rainbow coloured monsters in the land beyond the seven kingdoms. In Fire we learn that these stories are true. Fire may have been born a monster, but she is more human then most. And as Fire discovers, some of the scariest monsters were born human.

Fire is a story that draws you in, taking you on a journey that is full of twist and turns and surprises. It is both intriguing and insightful as death, loss and heartache are experienced. But this fast paced and entertaining story also holds hope, love and new life. Fire is a strong and powerful character that has also the ability for vulnerability. Despite her monsterness and great beauty she is warm and relatable; a stunning heroine.

The Dells and Pikkia - map

 

Kristin Cashore Webpage

Kristin Cashore - Graceling Realm

 Kristin Cashore @ Hachette

On sale: 01 October 2009
Price (AU): $32.99
ISBN: 9780575085121
Recommended age: 14+
In a word: Fire
Re-read it: possibly
Recommend: to those reading the series
Star rating: five out of five
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The Seven Kingdoms Trilogy Book 1

THE SEVEN KINGDOMS TRILOGY:
Graceling by Kristin Cashore

Not Everyone Is As They Seem!

Katsa is a member of the royal court, her mother was sister to a King, and she is a lady of the court, but she is no ordinary Lady. Katsa is a Lady Killer.

There are those who are born with extra abilities, skills known as a Grace. It can take many forms from cooking to mind reading. Katsa, however, is Graced with killing. And there is no escaping what she is for she is marked, as every Graceling is marked, with distinct eyes.

Katsa has grown up under the power of her uncle King Randa, who had turned Katsa into his own personal killing machine. One day while on a secret rescue mission, Katsa meets a man who will change her life. She will blindly follow others, lose her mind, battle great beasts bare handed, sail over the seas, assassinate a King, and also find love.

Graceling is as much a story about fighting and adventure as it is a story about love. The events of great violence and danger are not out of place next to its tender and vulnerable moments. Its world is vivid and descriptive, with its characters both warm and unique in their conception. A stunning debut that will keep you up late, eager to read more.

Seven Kingdoms - map

 

Kristin Cashore Webpage

Kristin Cashore - Graceling Realm

Kristin Cashore @ Hachette

On sale: 01 November 2008
Price (AU): $32.99
ISBN: 9780575084629
Recommended age: 14+
In a word: Graced
Re-read it: possibly
Recommend: yes
Star rating: four out of five
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