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A Promise of Fire by Amanda Bouchet Series: Kingmaker Chronicles #1
Published by Sourcebooks Casablanca on August 2, 2016
Genres: Fantasy Romance, Mythology, New Adult, Paranormal Romance
Pages: 459
Format: eBook
Source: ARC Review Copy, Bought
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KINGDOMS WILL RISE AND FALL FOR HER…
“Cat” Catalia Fisa lives disguised as a soothsayer in a traveling circus. She is perfectly content avoiding the danger and destiny the Gods—and her homicidal mother—have saddled her with. That is, until Griffin, an ambitious warlord from the magic-deprived south, fixes her with his steely gaze and upsets her illusion of safety forever.
BUT NOT IF SHE CAN HELP IT
Griffin knows Cat is the Kingmaker, the woman who divines the truth through lies. He wants her as a powerful weapon for his newly conquered realm—until he realizes he wants her for much more than her magic. Cat fights him at every turn, but Griffin’s fairness, loyalty, and smoldering advances make him increasingly hard to resist and leave her wondering if life really does have to be short, and lived alone.
Also in this series: Breath of Fire, Heart on Fire
PHENOMENAL new book from a debt author!
A Promise of Fire is book one in the Kingmaker Chronicles by Amanda Bouchet.
The cover pulled me in and I’m so glad I tried out this book. This was my very first fantasy romance read. I don’t understand why it took me so long to pick up this genre, but I am so glad that my first book in this genre was OUTSTANDING!
Amanda Bouchet did a SENSATIONAL job! I was so engrossed, that I lost track of time and when I needed to stop I didn’t want to. A Promise of Fire is loaded full of action, adventure, prophecy, and so much more. We get battles to fight and creatures from myths and legends to slay. Plus our characters have secrets that involve Gods and more.
The story is original and the author weaves a complex world with unique characters and a thick plot full of action. The beginning felt a bit slow, but once you get past the first chapter things pick up and move along fast.
Catalia was an interesting character. Her past is not pleasant, so she has learned to not let anyone get close and to keep her secrets to herself. But she will learn to open up and start healing. The Warlord Beta Sinta aka Griffin was a very sexy character and I love that he never gives up on Cat. These two still have a long way to go, but things are starting to change. I thoroughly enjoyed the verbal sparing Cat and Griffin do and how their relationship is developing. All the characters introduced in A Promise of Fire are pretty interesting and likable.
This story ended way too soon and left me wanting more. It captivated me and I can’t wait to dive deeper into the Kingmaker Chronicles series. I’m waiting on pins and needles for the next installment.
Rated: 4.5 Stars
*Disclaimer: I received a complimentary ARC copy provided by Sourcebooks Casablanca via NetGalley with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.
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About Amanda Bouchet
Amanda Bouchet grew up in New England where she spent much of her time tromping around in the woods and making up grand adventures in her head. It was inevitable that one day she would start writing them down. She writes what she loves to read: epic exploits, steamy romance, and characters that make you laugh and cry.
Amanda is a USA Today bestselling author of fantasy romance and space opera romance. She was a Goodreads Choice Awards top 10 finalist for Best Debut in 2016 with her first novel, A Promise of Fire.
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I love that cover too. The only fantasy romance I’ve read is Jeffe Kennedy. I really want to read more, but just haven’t looked for that much. I will have to go and see if this is available on audio. Great review.
I’d like to read more fantasy, but just haven’t look very hard. I’m glad I picked this one up. It was really good. I can’t wait to read book two and three. I so loved the world and characters.
I won an ARC and can’t wait to read it. I love this cover. The colors of it are so pretty. Been looking for a new fantasy series to get into ever since I finished Truthwitch.
I saw a review two months ago on a blog I follow for this book. I debated a week; before deciding why not try it. I am sooooo glad I did. I LOVED it. The cover is so vibrant and alive. The blurb does a great job of getting you intrigued, but once you open the book you will be hooked. I hope you enjoy!
This sounds good and I love the cover. I’ve never had much luck with this kind of fantasy, but it sounds like this one may be the one to make me try again!
For my first Fantasy book I was really impressed. This author has gone on my watch list and I can’t wait for the next installment to the Kingmaker Chronicles. I actually want to re-read this now that my review is out. It was that good. I think you will like it this one. It’s got so much going on and the characters are phenomenal.