An idyllic fairytale storybook about a lost princess, her dragons, a love story...but for adults. Fear the Flames has a similar atmosphere of Assistant to the Villain but less un-serious. Elowen is born a princess of her kingdom. Upon her birth, a rarity occurs and five dragons hatch, bonding to her. This should be a gift, a miracle, a beacon of light and honor for her and the kingdom. A few years later, Elowen is locked away by her father in the castle dungeons, separated from her dragons. Queue the revenge tour.
I enjoyed this book! The story highlights all the reasons we love to read: romantasy, politics, strong FMC with a dark past, a classic MMC, found family, dragons, etc. I was invested in the story and the characters. The writing was very atmospheric and vivid. I LOVED the banter. I will definitely be reading the next book.
The story does feel very “trope-y” but it didn’t bother me. I agree with many readers that the pacing was off at times. However, I also believe that the pacing was realistic since the first half of the book is focused on politics. There were a few times where the inner monologue of the FMC became monotonous regarding her childhood. All of that said, I overall enjoyed it!!!

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<3 “Happiness is my favorite thing he’s even worn.”

<3 “I didn’t know I had a soul until you stole it from me…”

<3 “It’s you and me until the end – whatever end that may be. If you’re to die with a blade in your hand, then I’m to die by your side with a sword in mine.”

<3 “You have to keep going. Never let the flames that make you who you are burn out.”

<3 “I’ll happily be the villain for you if it ensures your safety. I’ll watch this kingdom burn to the ground if it means you live.”

<3 “I’m yours. All of me, every darkened part. Until the moon crashes into the sea and all the stars blink out of existence.”