A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire by Jennifer Armentrout
― A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire
― A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire
Everything Poppy has ever believed in is a lie, including the man she was falling in love with. Thrust among those who see her as a symbol of a monstrous kingdom, she barely knows who she is without the veil of the Maiden. But what she does know is that nothing is as dangerous to her as him. The Dark One. The Prince of Atlantia. He wants her to fight him, and that’s one order she’s more than happy to obey. He may have taken her, but he will never have her.
A Choice...
Casteel Da’Neer is known by many names and many faces. His lies are as seductive as his touch. His truths as sensual as his bite. Poppy knows better than to trust him. He needs her alive, healthy, and whole to achieve his goals. But he’s the only way for her to get what she wants—to find her brother Ian and see for herself if he has become a soulless Ascended. Working with Casteel instead of against him presents its own risks. He still tempts her with every breath, offering up all she’s ever wanted. Casteel has plans for her. Ones that could expose her to unimaginable pleasure and unfathomable pain. Plans that will force her to look beyond everything she thought she knew about herself—about him. Plans that could bind their lives together in unexpected ways that neither kingdom is prepared for. And she’s far too reckless, too hungry, to resist the temptation.
A Secret...
But unrest has grown in Atlantia as they await the return of their Prince. Whispers of war have become stronger, and Poppy is at the very heart of it all. The King wants to use her to send a message. The Descenters want her dead. The wolven are growing more unpredictable. And as her abilities to feel pain and emotion begin to grow and strengthen, the Atlantians start to fear her. Dark secrets are at play, ones steeped in the blood-drenched sins of two kingdoms that would do anything to keep the truth hidden. But when the earth begins to shake, and the skies start to bleed, it may already be too late.
Be still my heart! This book has all the things! Ultra badass protagonist, excellent secondary characters (looking at you, Kieran), a fascinating world, and a magnetic toe-curling romance. What more could you ask for? I was smiling one minute and spilling tears the next. The banter between characters is *chef's kiss*. The dialogue is masterfully done and makes you believe these characters are real.
In AKFF, we have action, world-building, and steamy romance. The romance between these two is everything. The steam was practically coming off the page. Their actions spoke louder than their words, and I loved it. There were laughs, tears, anger, and surprise throughout this wonderfully written story. We see Poppy face obstacles, hungry creatures, brutality, betrayal, love, warmth, growth, and new truths. I've said it once and will say it again, Armentrout is a great storyteller. She has crafted a fantastic world that I love to get lost in.
Let's talk characters!
Hawke—this man has my heart. He is intense and soft-hearted, and his protectiveness of Poppy... yum.
SPOILERS FOR FROM BLOOD AND ASH
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Poppy's world has been turned upside down. Everything she knew was a lie, and watching her come to terms with everything has broken my heart and then fused it back together. Her tendency to stab things leaves a smile plastered on my face.
Kieran, Kieran, Kieran. He is my favorite secondary character EVER. The grief he gives Poppy is fantastic, and then his giant teddy bear self turns around and points her in the right direction.
The Not So Good:
The pacing was slow in the middle of the book. If some of the middle had been left out, it would have helped not hurt the story. However, the last 100 pages are fire!
Final Thoughts:
I loved this book. The story is amazing, and I love all the characters. If you like spicy, addictive fantasy, this may be the book for you.
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