Flamefall is another epic instalment in the Aurelian Cycle Trilogy. War is central to the plot, with tragedy and chaos on both sides. The action is high stakes and pacing intense. This is the kind of dragon book that I love, they are full of character and interact with the characters seamlessly. You feel yourself in the air battling with them. The human characters are just as interesting to read about, with complexities, differing loyalties and abilities. The plot weaves throughout and I loved the different viewpoints. If you like rebellion and political intrigue this book delivers that in spades. The themes are hard-hitting, there is a famine, trauma, death and destruction. It’s emotional and more than just a book about dragons! Definitely looking forward to Furysong, especially after the cliffhanger ending. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for this advanced reader copy. This is a voluntary review of my own thoughts.

This exciting second installment picks up straight where the last book ended and dives back into the well constructed world that Rosaria Munda has created. This book includes a new character Griff, this time from the other side of the battle lines on New Pythos. Within a few short chapters he's as integral to the story as the familiar characters of Lee and Annie. Switching between POV the story continues on with Lee dealing with the aftermath of his decision to prove his loyalty and questioning his choices. Whilst Annie forges down a path she thought she knew to get things done but at what cost and being called to question what she needs to be doing. The world building continues to draw the reader in, immersing them in the tumultuous building second revolution of Callipolis and the subjugated world of the peasants of New Pythos. The characters are fallible and endearing as they struggle with their ideals in the face of a changing world around them. The swirling storm of politics of both islands and beyond permeates the book and gives intrigue with twists and turns. The moment you realise at the end of the book that you have no idea what is going on is when you realise just how good the author truly is!

This exciting second installment picks up straight where the last book ended and dives back into the well constructed world that Rosaria Munda has created. This book includes a new character Griff, this time from the other side of the battle lines on New Pythos. Within a few short chapters he's as integral to the story as the familiar characters of Lee and Annie. Switching between POV the story continues on with Lee dealing with the aftermath of his decision to prove his loyalty and questioning his choices. Whilst Annie forges down a path she thought she knew to get things done but at what cost and being called to question what she needs to be doing. The world building continues to draw the reader in, immersing them in the tumultuous building second revolution of Callipolis and the subjugated world of the peasants of New Pythos. The characters are fallible and endearing as they struggle with their ideals in the face of a changing world around them. The swirling storm of politics of both islands and beyond permeates the book and gives intrigue with twists and turns. The moment you realise at the end of the book that you have no idea what is going on is when you realise just how good the author truly is!

So much happens that gripped me to find out the outcome. I love the new Characters introduced and can't believe how they are treated and the idiots gave them dragons - Griff deserves happiness! Annie and Lee need each other - I love them together. Can't wait to read the next book in the series. That ending! I audibly gasped!