Name: Fireblood
ISBN: 9780316273329

Elly Blake

In this action-packed sequel to the New York Times bestselling Frostblood, Ruby must choose between her fiery homeland and the icy king who loves her. Against all odds, Ruby has defeated the villainous Frost King and melted his powerful throne. But the bloodthirsty Minax that was trapped inside is now haunting her kingdom and everyone she loves. The answers to its demise may lie to the south in Sudesia, the land of the Firebloods, and a country that holds the secrets to Ruby's powers and past.... Despite warnings from her beloved Arcus, Ruby accompanies a roguish Fireblood named Kai to Sudesia, where she must master her control of fire in a series of trials to gain the trust of the suspicious Fireblood queen. Only then can she hope to access the knowledge that could defeat the rampaging Minax--which grows closer every moment. But as sparks fly in her moments alone with Kai, how can Ruby decide whom to trust? The fate of both kingdoms is now in her hands.

Fireblood

A perfect sequel to the first book. I can’t tell if I want her to be with Kai or Arcus - I can never decide in this trope ! Obsessed with the history of the fire bloods and frost bloods and I wish we had a book of the original queens ! 

Brianna Hickey 

courtney garrison

I was so impressed with this novel, I never good quite get a sense of where it was going. It was very hard to predict. I was not disappointed at all in this sequel to frostblood. I enjoyed the first novel and I loved this one even more. The Writing was great and you always had a very descriptive image for where the characters were and what they looked like.

You start with Ruby and Arcus who is now the frost king. Things seem to be going well until one evening at a royal ball, Ruby is attacked outside in the garden area, while she is talking with a dignitary Kai. Kai offers her a chance to go to Sudesia to meet the fireblood queen and try to destroy the fire throne or so she thinks.

Ruby is soon thrust is to the world of being lied to, manipulated, and she soon finds the truth and sets out to destroy the Minax. You watch ruby struggle with Arcus and their love for each other being tested, as Ruby struggles with another love interest. You get the find more about Ruby’s mother and her heritage throughout the book. It was quite a twist throughout this book.

Princess Twasam 

This book was a really good add on to the first book. It was full of emotion and plot twist and you could never really expect what was coming next. The book started off great with Ruby and Arcus then the plot took an unexpected turn. This book also introduced some new and interesting characters and Ruby’s situation ends up somehow getting worse. I would continue to recommend this series after this book and I can’t wait to see what happens next. 

Becky

3.5 stars

I was wary going in to this one. I enjoyed but didn't love Frostblood so I was obviously had a few doubts about this next book. Add in the fact the summary led me to believe there was a love triangle to interfere with my ship then I was obviously unhappy.

In the first book the romance bothered me some. I didn't feel like the characters had spent enough time together to feel as strongly for one another as they did. In this second book I really believed the passion between Arcus and Ruby far more even thought the spend a lot of the book apart. That pleased me. I think I could feel they had a connection even if distance between them. I think it helped that the time they did spent together there was a fire between them and they obviously cared for one another. Arcus was adorable throughout and even when he was a jealous belly he was still sweet.

The third point to this love triangle was newbie Kai. I thought I would hate him on principle but he was actually a good character. Whilst Arvus was reserved (on the outside anyway) Kai was impulsive and flirty and just the opposite of Arcus (obviously because the two in a love triangle are always opposites) but they were similar as well. Both were acting for the best of those around them. They cared for Ruby in their own way and were looking to prevent harm coming to her. Kai wasn't a bad guy and I think once I got past the forced love interest feel I really liked him.

The story was still no more standout in YA fantasy but it was enjoyable. I won't reveal the plot but the journey and trials in Sudesia were easy to read even if they lacked originality. I sped through the story and whilst I rolled my eyes at the progression of the whole prophecy and at the reveals which were so obvious I did enjoy myself.

I admit to skimming the book at times as the story did feel a bit stale but I will still be checking out the next book if I get a chance because whilst it lacks originality it does kind of suck you in to the story. And Blake is skilled at killer cliffhangers too.

The fiery, action-packed sequel to the New York Times bestselling Frostblood, perfect for fans of Red Queen and Throne of Glass. 'A fierce and vibrant world, a steamy romance, and page-turning twists' Morgan Rhodes, bestselling author 'Hypnotising!' Benjamin of Tomes Ice and fire are still at war. Ruby has defeated the tyrannous Frost King, and Arcus, the exiled warrior who captured her heart, has taken his rightful place as ruler of the Frostblood kingdom. But Ruby is the only Fireblood in a castle of frost and ice, and the courtiers will not accept her. Even worse, the dark threat released from the Frost King's melted throne is stalking the land, bent on destruction - and as the one who set it free, only Ruby can stop it. To find the knowledge she needs, she must leave Arcus and journey south to the land of the Firebloods. But the homeland Ruby's never seen is treacherous, and friend and enemy wear the same face. If she's to save both kingdoms, Ruby must figure out who she can trust - and unleash a fire powerful enough to do battle with darkness . . .

Lisa Beasley

I really enjoy this series. It's fun, the characters are interesting and the plot is intriguing. I listened to this on audiobook and I really love the performer. I admit the 'love triangle' aspect is a little cringy but I can live with it. At some points my heart was pounding and I really felt for Ruby. Cannot wait for Night Blood.

Wesselhoff 

Giulia Giacometti

The fiery, action-packed sequel to the New York Times bestselling Frostblood, perfect for fans of Red Queen and Throne of Glass. 'A fierce and vibrant world' Morgan Rhodes, bestselling author 'Hypnotising' Benjamin of Tomes Ice and fire are still at war. Ruby has defeated the tyrannous Frost King, and Arcus, the exiled warrior who captured her heart, has taken his rightful place as ruler of the Frostblood kingdom. But Ruby is the only Fireblood in a castle of frost and ice, and the courtiers will not accept her. Even worse, the dark threat released from the Frost King's melted throne is stalking the land, bent on destruction - and as the one who set it free, only Ruby can stop it. To find the knowledge she needs, she must leave Arcus and journey south to the land of the Firebloods. But the homeland Ruby's never seen is treacherous, and friend and enemy wear the same face. If she's to save both kingdoms, Ruby must figure out who she can trust - and unleash a fire powerful enough to do battle with darkness . . .

Fireblood

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