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Forged By Fire: Ashen Crown, Band 2
Audibles beste Romantasy des Jahres 2025 geht weiter!
Izzy und Calebs Geschichte ist noch lange nicht zu Ende.
Seit der Dämmerung der Könige ist Izzys Welt aus den Fugen Sie ist auf der Flucht, ihr Feuer schwindet – und der Mann, dem sie vertraute, hat sie verraten.
Ihr Weg führt sie nach Nymara, dem atemberaubenden Wasserreich, in dem Balance alles zusammenhält und selbst das Wasser Erinnerungen bewahrt. Zum ersten Mal findet Izzy Antworten auf die Fragen, die sie ihr Leben lang begleitet haben – doch nicht jede Wahrheit gelangt zufällig an die Oberfläche.
Während Izzy lernt, ihr Feuer und sich selbst neu zu verstehen, kommen Kalias Schatten ihr immer näher. Sie überwinden jedes Reich und jede Grenze – denn Kalia ahnt längst, welche Macht in Izzy schlummert und was sich damit schmieden lässt.
Caleb hat die halbe Welt durchquert, um Izzy zu finden. Doch für sie zu kämpfen bedeutet mehr, als ihr nur zu folgen. Der schwerste Weg liegt noch vor zurück zu ihr. Zwischen ihnen steht alles, was unausgesprochen und ungeklärt geblieben ist. Aber manche Feuer brennen zu hell, um jemals wirklich zu erlöschen.
Und manche Versprechen werden in Feuer geschmiedet.
Die heißersehnte Fortsetzung des Romantasy-Erfolgs Bound by Fire – spannend gelesen von Marie Bierstedt und Vincent Fallow.
Izzy und Calebs Geschichte ist noch lange nicht zu Ende.
Seit der Dämmerung der Könige ist Izzys Welt aus den Fugen Sie ist auf der Flucht, ihr Feuer schwindet – und der Mann, dem sie vertraute, hat sie verraten.
Ihr Weg führt sie nach Nymara, dem atemberaubenden Wasserreich, in dem Balance alles zusammenhält und selbst das Wasser Erinnerungen bewahrt. Zum ersten Mal findet Izzy Antworten auf die Fragen, die sie ihr Leben lang begleitet haben – doch nicht jede Wahrheit gelangt zufällig an die Oberfläche.
Während Izzy lernt, ihr Feuer und sich selbst neu zu verstehen, kommen Kalias Schatten ihr immer näher. Sie überwinden jedes Reich und jede Grenze – denn Kalia ahnt längst, welche Macht in Izzy schlummert und was sich damit schmieden lässt.
Caleb hat die halbe Welt durchquert, um Izzy zu finden. Doch für sie zu kämpfen bedeutet mehr, als ihr nur zu folgen. Der schwerste Weg liegt noch vor zurück zu ihr. Zwischen ihnen steht alles, was unausgesprochen und ungeklärt geblieben ist. Aber manche Feuer brennen zu hell, um jemals wirklich zu erlöschen.
Und manche Versprechen werden in Feuer geschmiedet.
Die heißersehnte Fortsetzung des Romantasy-Erfolgs Bound by Fire – spannend gelesen von Marie Bierstedt und Vincent Fallow.
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Published August 12, 2026
About the author
Elli J. Morrigan
3 books76 followersElli J Morrigan is the pen name of writing duo Alison Norrington and Jenny E. Kleine, crafting high-stakes romantasy where fierce heroines, intoxicating magic, slow-burn heat, and epic love stories collide, as sharp dialogue meets heartfelt connection. With backgrounds in film, television, and theatre, they bring cinematic sweep, tight plotting, and layered emotional stakes to every page. Alison is known for expansive storyworld building and bestselling romantic comedies under her own name, and for pushing characters to the brink. Jenny’s background in screenwriting and development gives her a sharp eye for structure, pacing, and dialogue, often championing that final spark of hope just when Alison would kill them off. The result? Stories with both heat and heart. IG: elli.j.morrigan_author/ TikTok: elli.j.morrigan_author/
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September 1, 2026
3 stars in this case means that:
- Average fantasy reader will probably not find anything drastically new in this story.
- I liked quest/journey parts where two main characters were away from each other more than when they were in close proximity. I still heavily dislike the instant attraction of the two towards one another (since the first book), it makes them uninteresting as a couple in my view.
- Emotional component was not there for me. I didn’t feel for the characters, whether side or main, and was mostly observing what will happen. Maybe it has to do with saturation by fantasy / romantasy (even though i did read a few non-fantasy things before reading this story), or it was not the right time/mood/state of mind for reading it.
- The plot is formulaic to an extent, but descriptions are quite beautiful. Sometimes I continued listening because of the language and good narrators.
- I also liked that romantic component was mostly secondary. The journey, search and discovery of the characters’ past and destiny was more dominant in my opinion. I’d say the ratio of plot lines was 40%:60%.
- I have a personal preference for books which have completed individual storylines. Even if the book is published as part of the series I don’t want to have an impression that this was one 900 pages long story, which was just split into more parts. I like it when each instalment can stand on its own, no obvious cliffhangers, etc.
- I can only imagine how much effort goes into publishing independently (from what I understand, this is an independently published story). So, congratulations to the author on publishing the second instalment, that seems to also be widely liked on Audible and here.
- Separately I’d like to compliment the narrators, the voices and the manner of narration were very good.
- Average fantasy reader will probably not find anything drastically new in this story.
- I liked quest/journey parts where two main characters were away from each other more than when they were in close proximity. I still heavily dislike the instant attraction of the two towards one another (since the first book), it makes them uninteresting as a couple in my view.
- Emotional component was not there for me. I didn’t feel for the characters, whether side or main, and was mostly observing what will happen. Maybe it has to do with saturation by fantasy / romantasy (even though i did read a few non-fantasy things before reading this story), or it was not the right time/mood/state of mind for reading it.
- The plot is formulaic to an extent, but descriptions are quite beautiful. Sometimes I continued listening because of the language and good narrators.
- I also liked that romantic component was mostly secondary. The journey, search and discovery of the characters’ past and destiny was more dominant in my opinion. I’d say the ratio of plot lines was 40%:60%.
- I have a personal preference for books which have completed individual storylines. Even if the book is published as part of the series I don’t want to have an impression that this was one 900 pages long story, which was just split into more parts. I like it when each instalment can stand on its own, no obvious cliffhangers, etc.
- I can only imagine how much effort goes into publishing independently (from what I understand, this is an independently published story). So, congratulations to the author on publishing the second instalment, that seems to also be widely liked on Audible and here.
- Separately I’d like to compliment the narrators, the voices and the manner of narration were very good.
August 31, 2026
4.2/5 English language version. Free audible, Duel but short chapters more similar to duet. - yes - narrated well by Imogen Wilde and Joe Jamieson. The only thing wrong here is book 3 isn't published yet. I hate unfinished series, wouldn't have started if I had known. Izzy realises she is a fire fae and escapes the evil queen Kalia with her diplomat friend Villa. Caleb eventually gets a grip on himself a few days later when he almost watches Lyra get executed. He picks up Lyra and Thane and goes after Izzy in turmoil. They all end up at the water kingdom that reveres harmony, but who's friendly Queen is not to be trusted. Well written and enjoyable.
October 8, 2026
The book was ok, typcial characters (though they seemed old for the standard tropes being followed), lots of drawn out parts the could have been skipped so as not to leave it as a cliff hanger.
Overall, this book is kinda like a satellite friend, you have a good time when you are together, but you sort of forget about them when they aren't right there. I listened to book 1 and 2 assuming it was the end of the series. Nope. And I dont think I'll even remember this series by the time next book is out. Characters just weren't overly enthralling.
Overall, this book is kinda like a satellite friend, you have a good time when you are together, but you sort of forget about them when they aren't right there. I listened to book 1 and 2 assuming it was the end of the series. Nope. And I dont think I'll even remember this series by the time next book is out. Characters just weren't overly enthralling.
September 7, 2026
What a bore! The only chapter worth listening to is 41. FMC is most irritating , MMC is turning into a whimper. I always finish stories because I like to know the end but I am not sure I will spare time for book 3.
October 3, 2026
Really enjoyed this sequel. Izzy and Caleb ho through additional hardships and learn more about themselves in the process , uncomfortable as it may be. Their relationship grows throughout. Lots of great scenes and facets of teamwork and family. Can’t wait for the next one
September 8, 2026
I'm not sure that this was better because the writing had gotten better
Or because I had gotten used to the bad writing
Or because I had gotten used to the bad writing
September 14, 2026
I listened to this on audible and couldn’t stop listening. The narration made this audiobook!!!!
September 25, 2026
Great second book in series, can’t wait for the 3rd.
October 18, 2026
This is NOT book 2/2, it is book 2/?.
Looking forward to the next book in the series
Looking forward to the next book in the series
September 11, 2026
3.5 stars
Free on Audible
Free on Audible
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