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Fireheart (2007)

by Gloria H. Giroux(Favorite Author)

3.88 of 5 Votes: 2

ISBN

0595470777 (ISBN13: 9780595470778)

languge

English

genre

Romance

publisher

iUniverse

series

Chay Trilogy

review 1: Fireheart is exactly why I read slave fiction genre, this sci-fi plot provides an excellent exploration of the morality of power and the dynamics of submission and of pain, loss, love and forgiveness. The different philosophical perspectives of the protagonists is well portrayed as they struggle with expectations of conformity, duty and identity.Themes of power are a significant element both personally and politically. The character development and growth is believable and the world building is interesting and explores culture and geographical adaptions in a realistic manner. In fact this book had just about everything that I enjoy in a good read - conflict, adversity, compassion, integrity, love and growth of characters of a time frame of at least seven years and that li... moreved experiences both grounds and enriches the character development of both the protagonists and their friends and colleagues. The story is lengthy at 660 pages divided into for sections with 20 chapters in each, however i read this in a matter of days, into the early hours at night and first thing in the morning as the story consumed me. Highly recommend space opera that explores the depths of love, loss, duty and redemption.
review 2: The story was a little hard to get into at first. This is the type of read where you need to pay attention to every little detail. The author has created such a unique world, but there is a lot to learn about it. Different planets, the people who reside on each planet. They all have their own language and it gets a little confusing to remember which character goes with which planet and their customs/rules.I already love Pyke and Vin Shay. Such opposites, enemies even. Though I have so much compassion for Pyke. He was put in a position that he does not agree with, but b.c of his military standings, he must comply with his planet's conditions/rules. Vin Shay is still so young and has been sheltered most of his life. While I can understand his anger/rage with the helplessness that he feels, he has been lucky to have Pyke looking out for him. Only time will tell if he will wisen up and understand that Pyke truly does care for him. I am actually very excited to be reading this book. It is just the type of story I was looking for. One that I can fully immerse myself in, feel like I am a part of this futuristic society. The images that are invoked from this story have created a fascinating new world for me to explore. Although I am not even half way through this book, I would highly recommend this story to anyone who likes m/m sci fi(there have been scenes, not too explicit, but never the less there), exploring brand new worlds, yet has the patience to read this book at a some what slower pace so that you get all the details the author has painstakingly added to this story. I worry about m/f scenes since I know that children will be born to these 2 men and the hint of a polyamory/polygamy lifestyle. I tend to like my books with just 2 men in a relationship. Kids are good, but through a donor please. This is only a concern though. I cannot say how the children will come to be and even these concerns will not keep me from reading. I am too excited to have found a story that I am unable to put down!!**Added 12/19/10**I wanted to let everybody know that you can also buy all three books at lulu.com. As of now, the 1st two books are on sale for $4.80 and the third book is listed for $9.99. lulu usually has 20% coupons so that you can get the books for an even lower price. Coupons STUFFER and REMARKABLEYEAR305 are still working(12/19/10) and are for 20% off. You will need Adobe Digital Editions to read them, as they are DRM protected. I know a lot of people do not like DRM, but for this author and these books, i...moreI wanted to let everybody know that you can also buy all three books at lulu.com. As of now, the 1st two books are on sale for $4.80 and the third book is listed for $9.99. lulu usually has 20% coupons so that you can get the books for an even lower price. Coupons STUFFER and REMARKABLEYEAR305 are still working(12/19/10) and are for 20% off. You will need Adobe Digital Editions to read them, as they are DRM protected. I know a lot of people do not like DRM, but for this author and these books, it did not bother me. I would have even paid full price for the books. I think you can buy the 1st two books on iuniverse, drm free, but the third is not for some reason. I highly recommend buying these books as they are an incredible series. I encourage anyone who loves m/m sci fi to give this series a try. You will not be disappointed!! less

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