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Fire

Cashore, Kristin. Book - 2009 None on shelf 1 request on 0 copies Community Rating: 4.7 out of 5

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"A companion to Graceling" -- cover.
"Map by Jeffery C. Mathison"--T.p. verso.
In a kingdom called the Dells, Fire is the last human-shaped monster, with unimaginable beauty and the ability to control the minds of those around her, but even with these gifts she cannot escape the strife that overcomes her world.

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Companion to Graceling submitted by marielle on August 9, 2011, 3:23pm This is a "companion" to <i>Graceling</i> in that it technically takes place in the same world. But there is only one graceling in this story, and he's not terribly significant. Instead, there are "monsters"- organisms, from insect to human, gifted with what can be most simply described as incredible charisma. They are beautiful and alluring, with psychic powers.

I enjoyed this book and I was glad it wasn't a sequel to <i>Graceling</i>. Yet again, this book stars a child-free heroine (although this character actually wants and likes children) and is an exciting adventure. It's not as well done as <i>Graceling</i> but it's worth reading.

Fire submitted by Smiles on June 15, 2012, 12:37pm Fire is a girl with flaming red hair, monster scars, green eyes, and beauty. She has the power to read and control people's minds. Fire could accomplish so much if she wasn't so scared to become her father, Cansrel. Her father was violent and always used his powers badly. He would tease monsters by standing in front of their cages and purposely taunting them with blood. When Fire is wanted at the palace to help deal with and invasion, she is forced to use her powers. What will she do?

Good submitted by glennauerbach on June 16, 2012, 1:32pm This book was good. The characters were likable, and it wasn't a bad plot, but I still like Graceling better.

Dramatic. Good Book submitted by Hazel White on June 22, 2012, 2:14pm In a world with so many power-heroines, I was refreshed to find some that actually seem real! The main charicter, Fire, may be a monster, but she has the same issues and feelings as humans often do. Her struggles and emotions are portrayed beautifully in this novel. It touches on the subject of sex in a fantasy setting, though not to graphically.I loved the strongly portrayed charicters and great word use.

A Great Companion to Graceling submitted by mysterio on June 27, 2012, 1:35am This book is an amazing companion to Graceling and kept me just as engaged as Graceling.

Good submitted by Memoria1224 on July 21, 2012, 6:45pm This is a good book. It has a lot of adventure and action in it. It's not as good as Graceling though.

Great! submitted by nicole on June 18, 2013, 4:12pm It was really fascinating to see what was on the other side of those mountains in Graceling. Kristin Cashore really thought her world out.

Stunning submitted by jrg on June 18, 2013, 6:18pm Stunning. After I read Graceling, I had high expectations for its sequel, but Cashore's Fire does not disappoint.

Another great book if you enjoyed Graceling submitted by VickyB77 on June 17, 2016, 10:06am I read Graceling and Bitterblue a while ago, but still enjoyed going back to Fire. I almost suggest reading Fire first (it would be chronologically, technically), but it's not necessary. Either way, it's fun world, a great story, and I love the characters.

Good submitted by AWESOMEKID12 on July 11, 2019, 9:33pm I haven't finished it yet, but I read Graceling, and I really like this one.

an awesome book submitted by RowPio on July 12, 2019, 6:58pm I loved this book and the main character was very relatable.

Good book submitted by jasonc1177 on July 31, 2019, 8:03pm Great author and amazing book!&&

Amazing Book!!!! submitted by Ninagrace on June 29, 2020, 10:51am I love this book

Fire submitted by Anthany on July 14, 2020, 9:21am Go do

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PUBLISHED
New York, NY : Dial Books, c2009.
Year Published: 2009
Description: 461 p. : map ; 22 cm.
Language: English
Format: Book

READING LEVEL
Lexile: 870

ISBN/STANDARD NUMBER
9780803734616
9780142415917

SUBJECTS
Fantasy fiction.