Duel of Fire Steel and Fire Series Book 1 (Audible Audio Edition) Jordan Rivet Caitlin Kelly Tantor Audio Books
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Dara Ruminor is a serious young duelist in the mountaintop kingdom of Vertigon, a land of dramatic cliffs and misty peaks where mysterious Fire magic runs through the stones like blood. The secluded kingdom has been peaceful for 100 years. Swords are used for sport, and successful athletes live like kings as long as the crowds love them.
Eighteen-year-old Dara needs to find a wealthy patron in order to duel professionally and avoid a lifetime working in her parents' Fire Lantern shop. Her efforts are disrupted when her coach asks her to train with Prince Siv, an infuriating - if handsome - young man who refuses to take the sport as seriously as she does. But the prince's life may be in danger, and soon Dara will discover that Vertigon isn't as peaceful as she thought.
As threats emerge from the shadows, Dara will have to raise her sword to protect Siv - if he doesn't irritate her so much that she decides to run him through herself.
Duel of Fire Steel and Fire Series Book 1 (Audible Audio Edition) Jordan Rivet Caitlin Kelly Tantor Audio Books
Not a great YA series. Neither main character was especially likable, so it was hard to care what happened to them. There was a little too much of "Oh, I won't tell so-and-so about XXX" even though it would be logical and sensible to do so. it's always an awkward plot device and after the first five or six times it got very tiresome. I bought all three books and stuck it through to the end, but every one is a cliffhanger and I don't find this compelling enough to keep buying what should have made two books at most.Product details
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Duel of Fire Steel and Fire Series Book 1 (Audible Audio Edition) Jordan Rivet Caitlin Kelly Tantor Audio Books Reviews
ordan Rivet’s book one of the Steel and Fire series, Duel of Fire, has a familiar premise a girl living in an idyllic mountain kingdom, who can’t live up to her parent’s expectations, seeks validation elsewhere, only to find herself knee deep investigating a mysterious, convoluted plot to take power. No, it’s not Frozen (or Moana, or Mulan), and it doesn’t feature a singing princess with animal sidekicks. Nor is it The Phantom Menace, with a little kid who pod races and builds droids (think about that, every time in the original series on that C-3PO says, “Thank the maker!”).
Please, don’t run away! Don’t give up on Duel of Fire because of the comparisons!
All jokes aside, you cannot deny that Disney knows how to convey memorable stories that hit on eternal tropes; and so does Rivet. Whether the book is more similar in feel to Rogue One or The Last Jedi, you will have to read to decide.
The author’s merging of prose and worldbuilding is sublime. I could picture the misty slopes of the Kingdom of Vertigon, where bridges connect three peaks. I envisioned a Swiss town; and like Switzerland, Vertigon’s position high in the mountains has made it safe from invaders. With this fortified position, the country is relatively safe. Without external threats, swordplay has become less of a military practice and more of a spectator sport, complete with pageantry, fanfare, sponsors, etc. I saw it like fantasy NASCAR, if the drivers spoke with haughty European accents. The details of fencing show how versed the author is in the subject (I found out from an interview that she did fence in college).
A top-notch duelist, main character Dara Ruminor hopes to become the toast of the town by winning the coveted Vertigon Cup. Doing so could attract a sponsor, which would get her out of the demanding family business of making Fire Lanterns. For her, the business symbolizes personal failure her father is one of the most powerful fire workers—craftsmen who can tap into the magical fire of the mountain— a talent she did not inherit. In this, she is like a past king, who was born without the power to work the fire, the latter leading to a rationing system the fire workers resent, while the former leads to her disenfranchisement in her own family.
Seeking validation elsewhere, Dara comes across as focused and dour in her drive to become a duelist. Her perfect foil is the Crown Prince, Siv. Handsome, charming, and laid back, he drives her crazy in more ways than one. His dialog is snappy and witty, and their chemistry pops off the pages.
The many memorable secondary characters include two princesses (one with an animal sidekick, but no singing), Dara’s fencing buddies, and her rival, the hipster Vine. However, it is her gruff fencing coach Berg, who both brings Dara and Siv together as fencing partners, and also sets the larger plot in motion by hinting at some sinister threat against the throne.
If I have any problem with the story, it is how far in the background that threat is until a third of the way through the book. Up to then, it is Dara’s trials and tribulations as she prepares for the fencing tournament; and while these personal stakes appeal to the young adult crowd to which this book is targeted, I found myself getting impatient and annoyed at times. However, once the vague threats against the throne come steadily to the fore as new layers of the plot unravel, the payoff is well worth the wait.
Because of the slow start, I will rate Duel of Fire a 9.0017, or about the same as Hong Kong-style salted fried chicken (in honor of Rivet’s current home, in Hong Kong). I won’t be reviewing book two, but I have already read it, and can tell you that the stakes get so much larger. It’s as if The Phantom Menace went straight to Revenge of the Sith.
This book definitely doesn't stand alone so I'll be glad to pick up the next one. The writing style was generally strong. It was very easy to read and I never had to backtrack to make sure I understood. I liked the characters and thought that the narrators showed all sides of the minor characters pretty well.
I didn't like that there wasn't much of an antagonist. The climax felt slightly short and by the time it happened I imagine people would see where it was going. I wish we had gone further with the climax, but the read was generally fast, easy and pleasant enough that I'll pick up the next one and not mind doing so!
Overall I would recommend it, I just wish the book had done more (even if it would then be longer).
Duel of Fire swept me away. The world was so dynamic and alive that I really could imagine the place Dara worked and lived and dueled. Dara was such an easy to root for character. She has this inner struggle of wishing she were like her father (and sister) and coming to terms with the fact she isn't (although-- TWISTS!). I feel all gushy right now with this review, but Dara was actually one of my favorite book heroines in a long time. She was torn between the girl she wanted to be and the girl she needed to be in order to keep her parents happy.
I loved Dara and Prince Siv. I mean, talk about chemistry. And can I just say how refreshing it is to read a male character who isn't a complete jerk? Siv was ALL THE THINGS> handsome, strong, kind to his sisters, generous with Dara, he brought out the parts of her she was too scared to be on her own. I loved that --when Dara was with him she was the best version of herself. But man ... talk about a cliff-hanger regarding these two! Gah! I JUST WANT THEM TO BE HAPPY AND GET MARRIED HAVE FIRE BABIES AND KISS. Okay, but I also love that this book has a very intriguing suspense plot. It is not just about the girl getting the boy. There is a lot of political intrigue and that is really what makes this book stand out and special. Oh, also the rivalry with Dara and Vine --LOVED THAT> seriously I feel like this is going to get all spolier-y. Get the book and fan-girl with me.
Not a great YA series. Neither main character was especially likable, so it was hard to care what happened to them. There was a little too much of "Oh, I won't tell so-and-so about XXX" even though it would be logical and sensible to do so. it's always an awkward plot device and after the first five or six times it got very tiresome. I bought all three books and stuck it through to the end, but every one is a cliffhanger and I don't find this compelling enough to keep buying what should have made two books at most.
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