Forged by Flames

Dragon's Breath Series, Book 3

By: Susan Illene

Narrated by: Marguerite Gavin

Length: 9 hrs and 16 mins

Publisher's Summary

Ever since dragons invaded Earth, Bailey Monzac and other survivors have had to adjust to a new world order. But a new threat is emerging that could destroy everything they've been struggling to rebuild - for both man and beast.

There's an artifact out there that can control dragons, and many would seek to possess it for dark purposes. It's going to be up to Bailey, her dragon shape-shifter ally Aidan, and their friends to embark on a long and arduous quest to recover the relic before it falls into the wrong hands. Relationships within the group will be tested in incredible ways that could mean the difference between success and failure. For they must work together - forging the tightest bonds - if they wish to survive this journey.

©2016 Susan Illene (P)2017 Tantor

YES-YES-YES--getting better with each book!

Our Bailey is growing, no longer able to age, the strength to take down dragons. With her humanity intact, a heart that is only growing, and most importantly--the brains to use it all well.

This time Bailey is a fully trained Dragon Killer and is known as such. In this story she is forced to follow the path of a prophecy, which guides her, and a chosen few, on a dangerous quest. This dangerous trek will reveal secrets, (which must be offered), trust in others, (which will be tested), and magic, (to be overcome). It becomes a race they are all on to save this newly transformed world, from being turned into a hell on earth.

Again thank you both--Susan Illene, and Marguerite Gavin. I can't wait for the next novel.

A classic quest

3.5/5

Damn, this book has left me restless.


Forged by Flames is a classic quest which was a nice transition book after the previous story arc ended.

Bailey, Aidan, Conrad, Miles, Danae, and Aidan's uncle and sister are travelling together to different parts of the US to reassemble a magical orb which can control dragon shifters, dragon slayers, and magic users. They have to go through a few trials, and in the process learn important things about their history and mutual origins.


You see, this part was really fascinating to me, and I wanted to know more.


I also loved Aidan's change of heart about his relationship with Bailey and their mutual character growth. Really nicely done!


Conrad was a sweetheart continuously providing comic relief but we also found out an intriguing backstory to Aidan's sister and Miles & Danae.


At the same time, the plot in parts lost focus, and I didn't feel like some storylines were wrapped up successfully. The witch or Aidan's brother, for example.


Saying all that, it was a pleasant, smooth read, and I'm looking forward to this series expanding its world-building in the future. Recommended.