Cast in Firelight, Dana Swift
Cast in Firelight, Dana Swift
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Cast in Firelight

Author: Dana Swift

Series: Wickery #1

Narrator: Priya Ayyar, Assaf Cohen, Dana Swift

Unabridged: 11 hr 54 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 01/04/2022

Synopsis

The first book in an epic, heart-pounding fantasy duology about two royal heirs, who are engaged and yet their loyalties are torn as a ruthless enemy threatens their world, perfect for fans of The Tiger at Midnight, We Hunt the Flame, and An Ember in the Ashes.

Adraa and Jatin are heirs to the thrones of neighboring kindoms and each extraordinarily talented in the nine colors of magic. Their arranged marriage will unite much of Wickery's fractured world but, after years of rivalry from afar, they only agree on one thing: their reunion will be anything but sweet.

Except destiny has other plans and with the criminal underbelly of Belwar making a move for control, their paths cross...and neither realizes who the other is, each of them having adopted a secret identity. Amidst dodging deathly spells, Adraa and Jatin must learn to put their trust in the other if either is to uncover the real threat. Now Wickery's fate is in the hands of rivals..? Fiancées? Partners? Whatever they are, it's complicated and bound for greatness or destruction.

About The Author

Dana graduated from the University of Texas at Austin and is an active member of the DFW Writers' Workshop. She lives in Miami, Florida, with her husband. She is the author of Cast in Firelight and Bound by Firelight. To learn more about Dana and her books visit danaswiftbooks.com or follow @swift_dana on Twitter and Instagram.

Reviews

Goodreads review by jessica

okay. wow. i didnt expect to be so obsessed with this. i kept getting upset each time i had to put the book down because i was having so much fun! there is so much to love and enjoy about this: the world-building, the different gods and magical powers (sort of a greek mythology meets 'avatar' vibe),......more

Goodreads review by Lucie

First, let’s talk about how gorgeous this cover is!!! ❤️ ✅ Gorgeous cover ✅ Arranged marriage / hate-to-love ✅ Magic ✅ Action and fighting ✅ Indian/South-Asian influence ✅ 2 POVs ✅🆗 Nice characters, but ordinary ✅🆗 Cute (mild) romance 🆗 Predictable, but enjoyable plot 4.5 stars Cast in Firelight is an easy......more

Goodreads review by aly

To say that I love this book would be such an understatement! Cast in Firelight follows Adraa, the royal heir to Belwar, and Jatin, the royal heir to Napure who has been betrothed from an early age — both competitive, headstrong young people and may not have much affection for one other. However, Bel......more

Goodreads review by Nora

**2/5 stars** So certainly stirred up a bit of controversy with my initial pre-release comments on this novel. I think I have said enough on the subject of orientalism in young adult fantasy, so this review is entirely about the mechanics of Cast in Firelight and my experience reading it. Firstly, th......more

Quotes

“A fun, fast-paced fantasy saturated in wonder with a pair of dynamic heroes who will steal your heart. You won’t want it to end!”—KAYLYNN FLANDERS, author of Shielded

“An enchanting adventure full of fast-paced action and fantastic characters. Set in a richly imagined fantasy world, Cast in Firelight delights on every level.”—ROSEMARY CLEMENT-MOORE, author of Texas Gothic and Spirit and Dust

“I was hooked from beginning to end. The romance and adventure unfolded brilliantly, and the world and its characters swept me away. I enthusiastically recommend it!”—KATHRYN PURDIE, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Burning Glass and Bone Crier’s Moon
 
“Cast in Firelight sparks with quick humor and crystal prose, a vivid elemental magic system, a burning romance, and a heroine whose courage and wit light up the pages. A fantasy with a fresh voice equal-parts fun, romance, and action.”—AMELIE WEN ZHAO, author of the Blood Heir series
 
“Absorbing, perfectly plotted, and heartfelt, Cast in Firelight will have you turning pages and rooting for Dana Swift’s fierce, original heroine.”—LESLIE LUTZ, author of Fractured Tide
 
“A spell-binding debut with cage-fighting witches, vigilante heroism, and an intoxicating slow-burn romance. Fans of Serpent & Dove’s smart-alecky Lou and The Wrath and the Dawn’s cunning Sharhzard should prepare themselves to fall head over heels for the fiery Adraa.”—KELLY COON, author of the Gravedmaidens duology
 
“A satisfying romantic fantasy with a badass heroine and memorable setting….[Perfect for] fans of Susan Dennard and ­Roshani Chokshi.”—SLJ
 
“The intricate world with magic-fueled, action-packed fight scenes and snarky, colloquial banter is loosely infused with Asian Indian cultural references…will appeal to fans of fast-moving fantasy adventures.”—Kirkus Reviews

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