Chaos and Flame is set in a fantasy world of warring houses, ancient history and mythological creatures. The book alternates between the points of view of Talon, war prince from House Dragon and Darling, adopted daughter of House Kraken, both warriors ready for peace after years of conflict. They start as enemies but come to realize that they can't resist each other.
Caspian, the high prince, and Talon's older brother, is the most intriguing character with his (perhaps intentionally) unhinged behavior and mysterious motives.
I enjoyed the setting, characters and political intrigue, but the story would have benefited had there been more focus on the magic system and world building instead of so much on the romance. Chaos and Flame could have really used a map, since the book is set over the course of a journey. I liked that there were characters who were queer and POC.
The cliff-hanger ending was unique and astounding. I wish it had gone on longer because now I have so many questions and must have the second book. Now.
Caspian, the high prince, and Talon's older brother, is the most intriguing character with his (perhaps intentionally) unhinged behavior and mysterious motives.
I enjoyed the setting, characters and political intrigue, but the story would have benefited had there been more focus on the magic system and world building instead of so much on the romance. Chaos and Flame could have really used a map, since the book is set over the course of a journey. I liked that there were characters who were queer and POC.
The cliff-hanger ending was unique and astounding. I wish it had gone on longer because now I have so many questions and must have the second book. Now.