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Bright smoke, cold fire

Bright smoke, cold fire

FantasyFolklore
Pages
437
Published
2016
Language
English

Synopsis

In a city bound by ancient magic, Juliet is tasked with punishing her family's enemies. When she nearly executes her beloved Romeo for killing her cousin, their forbidden love is tested to its limits. Her guardian, Paris, begins to uncover dark secrets about their walled city, revealing a truth that could shatter everything they know.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

DarkTenseAdventurous
Forbidden LoveBetrayalRevenge

Genres

Fantasy Folklore Romance YA Fantasy

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Characters

Juliet CapuletProtagonist
Romeo MontagueAntagonist
Mrs. ParisSupporting
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Frequently asked questions

  • Is Bright Smoke, Cold Fire a retelling?

    This novel offers a dark, fantastical reimagining of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, shifting the focus to a city where magic and ancient feuds are deeply intertwined with the familiar tragic romance.

  • Does Bright Smoke, Cold Fire have a sequel?

    This book is the first in a duology. The story continues in the second book, which further explores the magical world and the fates of its characters.