Book details
HEALING WARS BK II BLUE FIR (Healing Wars, II)
Description
Part fugitive, part hero, fifteen-year-old Nya is barely staying ahead of the Duke's trackers.Wanted for a crime she didn't mean to commit, she risks capture to protect every Taker she can find, determined to prevent the Duke of Baseer from using them in his fiendish experiments. But resolve isn't enough to protect any of them, and Nya soon realizes the only way to keep them all out of the Duke's clutches is to flee Geveg. Unfortunately, the Duke's best tracker has other ideas.Nya finds herself trapped in the last place she ever wanted to be, forced to trust the last people she ever thought she could. More is at stake than just the people of Geveg, and the closer she gets to uncovering the Duke's plan, the more she discovers how critical she is to his victory.To save Geveg, she just might have to save Baseer--if she doesn't destroy it first.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
400 pages
Book in series
#2
Why to read
- Continuation of an Engaging Story: 'Healing Wars: Book II: Blue Fire' picks up where the first book left off, continuing the captivating narrative of Nya and her journey. Readers who enjoyed the first book will find more of the rich storytelling and character development they loved, making it a must-read to see how the story unfolds.
- Expanding the Fantasy World: Janice Hardy expands the intriguing world she created in the first book, delving deeper into its history, politics, and magic. Reading 'Blue Fire' allows fans to explore new regions of this world, learn more about the magic of 'pynvium,' and discover the complexities of the war that Nya is caught up in.
- Themes of Resilience and Morality: The book continues to explore complex themes such as the moral dilemmas of using one's abilities for good or ill, and the resilience needed to fight against oppression. These themes are woven into the narrative, providing readers with not just entertainment but also food for thought about real-world issues.
- Character Growth and Relationships: As the second book in the series, 'Blue Fire' offers readers the chance to witness the growth of Nya and other characters as they face new challenges and form alliances. The evolving relationships and character dynamics are compelling reasons to continue reading and become further invested in the fates of these characters.