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A world of secrets that begin to unwind themselves, but at what cost?
The second instillment of From Blood and Ash series, A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire is the deal maker or breaker, two books in and is this series worth the read?
Before I share my thoughts on whether it’s worth the hype, I believe it’s important for readers to form their own opinions about the novel and decide whether they would like to read it.
Without further ado, let’s dive in, shall we?
Contents:
1. Synopsis
2. Would I Enjoy Reading It?
3. Is the Novel Worth Reading?
4. Notable Aspects of the Novel
5. Series Reading Order
6. My Opinions
Synopsis:
“A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire” is a spellbinding fantasy novel that transports readers into a realm teeming with magic, intrigue, and breathtaking adventure. Penned by bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout, this gripping sequel to “From Blood and Ash” plunges readers deeper into the enthralling world of Poppy, a fiercely independent young woman destined to shape the fate of her kingdom.
Set in a land where powerful deities and sinister forces vie for supremacy, Poppy finds herself thrust into a dangerous game of politics and deception. As she grapples with newfound revelations about her identity and struggles to navigate the treacherous landscape of courtly intrigue, Poppy must confront her own inner demons while forging unlikely alliances to protect those she loves.
With the fate of her kingdom hanging in the balance, Poppy embarks on a thrilling quest to unravel the secrets of her past and unlock the true extent of her powers. Along the way, she must confront powerful adversaries, face impossible choices, and embrace her destiny as the saviour of her people.
“A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire” is a masterfully crafted tale of courage, sacrifice, and the enduring power of hope. With its richly drawn characters, pulse-pounding action, and tantalizing romance, this epic saga will captivate readers from beginning to end, leaving them eagerly awaiting the next instalment in this unforgettable series.
Would I Enjoy Reading It?
Well, if you enjoyed the first novel, definitely go ahead and read this one.
If your like me, the first novel wasn’t particularly an interesting read, but you powered though and got to the cliffhanger… and now you don’t know what to do. So HI, I shall tell you about the novel and if it really would be an enjoying read.
- If you found yourself not enjoying the novel because of its genre, I don’t think you should venture forth into the second novel.
- If you found yourself not enjoying the novel because of the pacing, I am here to tell you that it gets a tiny bit faster in the second novel.
But of course the best method to figure out if you would enjoy the novel is through the quotes (At least for me).
Still unsure? Here are some quotes to give you a taste of the magic within “From Blood and Ash”:
Is the Novel Worth Reading?
Let’s hear from you first. If you found yourself saying “yes” to the quotes and the first novel, buckle up and get ready for an unforgettable ride!
Personally, I don’t think this novel is worth reading because I didn’t like the medium pace and the plot developed quite slowly. In FBAA there were many plot twists, however I found that AKOFAF does not have as many, which resulted in the novel feeling slower than intended which made me loose interest.
Notable Aspects of the Novel:
Speed: Medium paced
Spice: 🌶️🌶️
Rating: 3.9⭐️ (My personal rating)
Series Reading Order:
Upon researching the From Blood and Ash world, I have come across the Flesh and Fire series. The Flesh and Fire series takes place in the same world as FBAA series, however, it takes place before Poppy was born. Flesh and Fire series is a prequel to FBAA series. The story line of both series do intertwine a bit, thus, the author recommended to alternate between both series.
From Blood and Ash series reading order:
- From Blood and Ash
- The Red Pearl (From Blood and Ash) Hawke’s POV (Bonus Scene)
- A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire
- The Crown of Gilded Bones
- The War of Two Queens
- Cupcakes and Kisses (Bonus scene)
- A Soul of Ash and Blood
- A Vision of Flesh and Blood: An Blood and Ash/ Flesh and Fire Compendium
- The Primal of Blood and Bone
Flesh and Blood series reading order:
- A Shadow in the Ember
- A Light in the Flame
- A Fire in the Flesh
- A Vision of Flesh and Blood: An Blood and Ash/ Flesh and Fire Compendium
- Born of Blood and Ash (Coming 13th August 2024)
If you are thinking of reading both series together, below is the reading order:
- From Blood and Ash
- The Red Pearl (From Blood and Ash) Hawke’s POV (Bonus Scene)
- A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire
- The Crown of Gilded Bones
- A Shadow in the Ember
- The War of Two Queens
- Cupcakes and Kisses (Bonus scene)
- A Light in the Flame
- A Soul of Ash and Blood
- A Fire in the Flesh
- A Vision of Flesh and Blood: An Blood and Ash/ Flesh and Fire Compendium
- Born of Blood and Ash (Coming 13th August 2024)
- The Primal of Blood and Bone
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My Opinion:
Good news or bad news first? I personally like to begin with bad news, in other words, what I disliked about the novel.
What I disliked:
- I didn’t like the medium pace and the plot developed quite slowly.
- In FBAA there were many plot twists, however I found that AKOFAF does not have as many.
- The LONG chapters.
What I liked:
Although I didn’t like the novel as a whole, there were elements and chapters that I did like.
- The character depictions and how each character was unique and described vividly
- I enjoyed chapter 29 because there was an event that I didn’t see coming, I wouldn’t count it as a plot twist, but it can be considered as one.
- My Favourite chapter was 35, I felt like it was one of the most event packed and fast paced chapter in the series.
- Chapter 40 was also a chapter that I enjoyed.
Honestly, I wouldn’t have read this novel if it wasn’t for the cliff hanger in FBAA, and the same goes for AKOFAF. This novel ended in a cliff hanger as well. If the novel did not end in a cliff hanger, I wouldn’t be reading the rest of the series. It would have ended at this novel.
Conclusion:
A world of secrets that begin to unwind themselves, but at what cost?
The second instillment of From Blood and Ash series, A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire is the deal maker or breaker, two books in and is this series worth the read?
I hope you have already come your own conclusions as I believe it’s important for readers to form their own opinions about the novel and decide whether they would like to read it. Personally, I do believe that the series is getting better, as there are chapters and characters that I absolutely love and have now gotten attached to.
