Firelight
Firelight
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
London • 1880s
2012
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Firelight by Kristen Callihan, a person named Miranda Ellis, grappling with mysterious powers, forms a connection with the enigmatic Lord Benjamin Archer. Set in a Victorian-inspired world, the narrative follows their journey as they unravel secrets and face supernatural challenges, all while exploring themes of love, loyalty, and identity.
Mysterious
Romantic
Fantastical
Dark
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
19,070 ratings
Loved it
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Review Roundup
Firelight by Kristen Callihan receives praise for its blend of paranormal romance and historical elements. Readers appreciate the chemistry between the protagonists and the intriguing plot. However, some critique the pacing as uneven, with occasional predictability in the story. Overall, it captivates with its atmospheric setting and engaging characters.
Who Should Read Firelight?
Readers who enjoy Firelight by Kristen Callihan would likely appreciate dark, romantic fantasies blending historical settings with supernatural elements. Fans of Deborah Harkness's A Discovery of Witches and Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses series would find this book captivating.
19,070 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Firelight by Kristen Callihan won the prestigious RT Reviewers' Choice Award for Best British Isles-Set Historical Romance in 2012, marking a significant accolade for the debut novel.
Kristen Callihan's Firelight is celebrated for blending genres, incorporating elements of historical romance, paranormal, and steampunk, creating a unique and atmospheric reading experience.
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Firelight was inspired in part by Kristen Callihan's love of Gothic novels and classic monster stories, which is reflected in its atmospheric and mysterious narrative style.
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Novel • Fiction
London • 1880s
2012
Adult
18+ years
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