R&R Book Tours: A Moonrise in the Fire (An Element of Fire, Book 1)

 

This book was gifted to me by R&R Book Tours for my participation in A Moonrise in the Fire book tour. This in no way impacts the rating of the book. All of my reviews contain my honest opinions.

Title: A Moonrise in the Fire	Author: Tessia Ives
Series: An Element of Fire	Genre: NA Romantasy
Publisher: Silver Raven Press	Page Count: 382

Content Warnings:

• Graphic: sexual content

• Moderate: injury/injury detail

• Minor: child abuse, fire/fire injury

How many realms would you cross for your true love? Tessia Ives’ steamy romantic fantasy sweeps readers into a captivating world of fjords, wild forests, and Elemental powers. In a stunning love story spanning multiple realms, a young woman’s destiny is greater than she ever imagined—but it comes at a devastating price. 4 ELEMENTS Talvi is extraordinary in that she was found abandoned at an altar, born without Elemental powers while everyone else harnesses Fire, Wind, Water, or Earth. Despite that, she wishes to be more than the keeper of Starstone Temple, an ancient monastery-turned-guesthouse in her small forest town. She’s bound by duty to the temple, but when mysterious guest Caelan rents out Starstone for the next six months, Talvi’s life is forever altered by the unexpected passion that sparks and the dangers that follow him. 3 REALMS Fates collide when childhood love Rian is abducted by a threat from a doomed world and Talvi is the only one who can save him. Joined by Caelan and her two best friends, she must race against time to unlock the long-lost secrets of Starstone to track Rian across untold kingdoms. 2 LOVERS Caelan ignites a dangerous fire in her. His wickedly beautiful smile. His courageous passion. The seductive amber flames of his eyes. Except Caelan guards his own secrets that threaten to betray them all… 1 IMPOSSIBLE CHOICE As the trail to Rian heats up and they battle the sinister shadow pursuing them, can Talvi choose where her heart and loyalties lie to make a harrowing sacrifice that determines the fate of the realms and all she holds dear?

★★★★☆ — in love
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ — spicy

I found it to be an intriguing mix of romance and fantasy, with a unique premise that immediately caught my attention. The concept of a world where everyone else possesses Elemental powers, except for the protagonist, Talvi, was an interesting twist that made the novel stand out from the rest.

One of the elements that I particularly appreciated was the magic system. The author managed to weave this into the storyline in a way that was not only compelling but also intricate and well thought out. It added an extra layer of intrigue to the narrative and kept me turning the pages.

Caelan was a standout for me. I found him to be a deeply layered and dimensional character, with an aura of mystery that added to his appeal. His wickedly beautiful smile, passionate courage, and seductive amber eyes were wonderfully written and contributed to my overall enjoyment of the story.

The mystery element in the novel was incredibly intriguing. The author did a fantastic job of keeping the truth hidden, revealing it bit by bit as the story progressed. This added an element of suspense that kept me on the edge of my seat. I am quite curious and looking forward to discovering what the next book in the series will reveal.

Another aspect that I thoroughly enjoyed was the intelligence of Talvi's friends, Julius and Saphira. Their cleverness added a delightful dynamic to the story. I was particularly fond of how riddles were frequently used in the unraveling of the mystery, making the process of solving it a more interactive and immersive experience for the reader.

In conclusion, "A Moonrise in the Fire" was a fascinating read that combined romance, fantasy, mystery, and magic into a compelling narrative. It left me eagerly anticipating the next book in the series, and I would certainly recommend it to anyone looking for a unique and engaging read.