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Of Fire and Stars (Of Fire and Stars, #1)

Audrey Coulthurst
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Of Fire and Stars (Of Fire and Stars, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2016

Book Brief

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Audrey Coulthurst

Of Fire and Stars (Of Fire and Stars, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

389

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Mythological Kingdom • Medieval Fantasy World

Topic
Publication Year

2016

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

Lexile Level

840L

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Super Short Summary

Of Fire and Stars by Audrey Coulthurst follows a young princess with a secret magical ability who is betrothed to a prince. While navigating political alliances and personal duty, she forms an unexpected bond with the prince’s sister. The narrative explores themes of identity, duty, and forbidden love in a fantasy world fraught with conflict.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

24,176 ratings

65%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Audrey Coulthurst’s Of Fire and Stars has been praised for its strong LGBTQ+ representation and engaging romantic storyline. Critics appreciate the well-developed characters, especially the lead heroines, but some found the plot predictable and the pacing uneven. Overall, it’s a charming fantasy for readers seeking inclusive romance.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Of Fire and Stars (Of Fire and Stars, #1)?

Fans of Of Fire and Stars by Audrey Coulthurst are often young adults who cherish fantasy tales with rich world-building, magic, and LGBTQ+ representation. Readers who enjoyed Carry On by Rainbow Rowell or The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon will likely be captivated by this royal romance and its intriguing political intrigue.

4.1

24,176 ratings

65%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

389

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Mythological Kingdom • Medieval Fantasy World

Topic
Publication Year

2016

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

Lexile Level

840L

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