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Firelight

Sophie Jordan
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Firelight

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2010

Book Brief

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Sophie Jordan

Firelight

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

323

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Romance
Setting

Contemporary Fantasy World

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

2010

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-17 years

Lexile Level

HL560L

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Super Short Summary

In Sophie Jordan's Firelight, a person named Jacinda struggles with her identity as a draki, descendants of dragons who can shift into human form. Pressured to conform to her community's expectations, Jacinda faces challenges when her family's circumstances force them to hide among humans. She grapples with self-discovery and the tension between her dual worlds.

Fantastical

Romantic

Adventurous

Suspenseful

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.1

70,392 ratings

65%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Firelight by Sophie Jordan captivates with its unique premise of draki, dragon descendants with human forms. Readers praise the vivid world-building and the protagonist's struggles with identity and belonging. However, some critique the predictability of the plot and romantic elements. Overall, it balances thrilling fantasy with a compelling personal journey, resonating with young adult audiences.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Firelight?

Readers who enjoy Firelight by Sophie Jordan likely appreciate young adult fantasy with strong female protagonists, romance, and mythical elements. Fans of series like Twilight by Stephenie Meyer or Wings by Aprilynne Pike would also find this book appealing.

4.1

70,392 ratings

65%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

323

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Romance
Setting

Contemporary Fantasy World

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

2010

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-17 years

Lexile Level

HL560L

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