In Sky Hawkins’s family, leading your first heist is a major milestone–even more so than learning to talk, walk, or do long division. It’s a chance to gain power and acceptance within your family, and within society. But stealing your first treasure can be complicated, especially when you’re a wyvern–a human capable of turning into a dragon.
Embarking on a life of crime is never easy, and Sky discovers secrets about her mother, who recently went missing, the real reason her boyfriend broke up with her, and a valuable jewel that could restore her family’s wealth and rank in their community.
With a handpicked crew by her side, Sky knows she has everything she needs to complete her first heist, and get her boyfriend and mother back in the process. But then she uncovers a dark truth about were-dragon society–a truth more valuable and dangerous than gold or jewels could ever be.
AMAZON | BARNES & NOBLE | BOOK DEPOSITORY
REVIEW
Disclaimer: Penguin Random House International has given me an E-COPY of the book through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Sarah Beth Durst did an amazing job to write a book that is simple and straightforward and yet holds so much meaning. Fire and Heist is not just a book about dragons, it is not just about thieves, it is not just about wealth and fame; it’s about knowing who you are, trusting your family, friends, and yourself, and most importantly it’s about love.
It is not much coming from me considering I have not read that many books with dragons, but I believe many reviewers and critic will agree that each author has their own take on a world where dragons and humans coincide. And where the laws of physics and nature are different and yet still the same. Fire and Heist is just that. Durst’ take on the laws of nature that governs the world she laid her story upon definitely grounds it on our reality. Making it more susceptible to being just a fantasy and making her readership believe the possibility of it all.
What is more, all of her characters are likable. And yes, that includes the antagonist of the story. Each of them has their unique characteristic and distinct belief that make them who they are. If you do not fall in love with all of them, you will most likely fall in love with one or two. The protagonist, Sky, has all the character I imagine a half-dragon would have. She is feisty, confident, but at the same time, she is full of love.
Additionally, I was completely aware that this could be a standalone book. Knowing that, I hoped so strongly that it ends up with a cliffhanger — not so typical of me, considering I love open-ended endings. But that is how much I love the book, its characters, and the world they live in. I just don’t think I can get enough.
Overall, this is a fantastic read worth everyone’s time. It isn’t a complex book which may discourage some, but it has its own quirks that you’ll definitely love. More importantly, it has dragons and unicorns. If that does not entice you, then I don’t know… maybe you aren’t really up for something wonderful.
Wow. Five stars?! Awesome review, Jon! Now, you make me want to read the book as well!
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Thank you! I was contemplating for a 4-star rating, but then I enjoyed it so much to give it 5. And to be completely honest, it does deserve the rating.
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Will check this out! Great review! 😊
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Thank you very much! I hope you’ll love it!
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Yay, finally you posted your review for this! I’ve been waiting since you told me in Twitter you’re also reading this, lol. And I’m glad you liked it, too. I forgot to mention the unicorns in my review (brief lapse of priorities), good thing you did in yours. Great review, Jon! 🙂
Jennilyn @ Rurouni Jenni Reads
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I absolutely loved your review as well. I wanted to go on a same route as your review but then I typed in mine and I only noticed I did my own thing after I’m already done.
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Awesome review! We can never have enough dragons and unicorns ✨
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That is so true!!! Thank you so much!
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