Consort of Fire is the tale of Sachi, her handmaiden Zanya, and the mysterious Dragon that Sachi finds herself betrothed to. For years, a sacrificial bride or groom has been offered to the Dragon in exchange for protection. It is Sachi’s fate to be the consort to a Dragon who by all accounts is vile and impossible to live with. Still, Sachi and Zanya have an ulterior motive- they’ve been tasked with killing the Dragon. If they don’t, Sachi’s soul will be lost. As Sachi and Zanya get to know Ash, complications arise and they must decide if they can still fulfill their original quest. 

Consort of Fire is the triumphant first book in the Bound to Fire and Steel series. I absolutely loved the dynamic between Sachi, Zanya, and Ash. This book has lots of excellent LGBTQ+ rep and inclusive world-building. The poly romance is handled skillfully and is very compelling. I’m excited to see their connections explored more in future books! Along with the steamy romance, there is interesting world-building with complex mythology. I would recommend this to readers who seek queer romance, expansive world-building, and lovable characters. I’m looking forward to the next book in the series! 

Thank you so much to Kit Rocha, Montlake, and Netgalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.