Title: The Girl of Fire and Thorns
Author: Rae Carson
Release Date: Sept. 20, 2011
Description: On her naming day, Elisa was marked for an act of great heroism. A blue sapphire-like stone has hummed in her navel for the past sixteen years, a constant reminder that she’s mastered nothing but reading ancient texts and raiding the kitchens. And then her father marries her off to the king of a neighboring country. What kind of queen can a fearful, untried teenager be? Amid terrifying attacks, kidnapping attempts, and an onslaught of enemies fueled by the fire of dark sorcerers, Elisa will find herself, her heart, and her epic destiny. A remarkable and exotic novel full of adventure, sorcery, heartbreak, and power. Rae Carson makes an impressive debut with the first volume of a trilogy.
My Review: In this debut book by Rae Carson our protagonist is a fat lazy princess who has been bestowed with the god-stone which marks her for service. She is forced to marry a king of a bordering country and doesn't know why and she is only 16 years old.This story is set in a different time and in a different culture and that is a refreshing change that I think many will enjoy. Elisa soon finds herself in some very dangerous situations where she must decide to act or die in many of them. Elisa without realizing it soon transforms into something else and finds out who she is and what she is capable of. This story had me turning pages and gasping out loud at the events that happened in several spots I really enjoyed reading the suspense and adventure that came at you one after another and it may have the staying power of a very notable trilogy. If you enjoyed Hunger games you will enjoy this book also so add it to your list to pick up from the store and get in on this one from day one.
Rating: 4.5 / 5
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