Sabriel meets Romeo and Juliet in the stunning sequel to Bright Smoke, Cold Fire-from Rosamund Hodge, the author of Cruel Beauty and Crimson Bound.

In the last days of the world, the walls of Viyara are still falling, and the dead are rising faster than ever.

Juliet is trapped-ordered by Lord Ineo of the Mahyanai to sacrifice the remaining members of her family, the Catresou, to stave off the end of the world. Though they're certain his plan is useless, Juliet and her former friend Runajo must comply with Lord Ineo's wishes-unless they can discover a different, darker path to protecting Viyara.

Romeo is tortured: Finally aware that his true love is alive, he is at once elated and devastated, for his actions led directly to the destruction of her clan. The only way to redemption is to offer his life to the Catresou to protect and support them . . . even if it means dying to do so.

When Romeo's and Juliet's paths converge once again, only a journey into Death will offer answers and the key to saving them all-but is it a journey either of them will survive?

About the Author
Rosamund Hodge grew up as a homeschooler in Los Angeles, where she spent her time reading everything she could lay hands on, but especially fantasy and mythology. She got a BA in English from the University of Dallas and an MSt in Medieval English from Oxford, and she now lives in Seattle with a mountain of books and the most beautiful dog in the world. Visit her online at http://www.rosamundhodge.net/.

Reviews
"More romantic and even more mystical than its predecessor" - Booklist Online Praise for BRIGHT SMOKE, COLD FIRE: "A bloody and bold tale for those who want some Romero with their Romeo" - Kirkus Reviews Praise for BRIGHT SMOKE, COLD FIRE: "An atmospheric tale that pits loyalty to kin against loyalty to self and loyalty to loved ones." - School Library Journal Praise for BRIGHT SMOKE, COLD FIRE: "High stakes, desperate love, and a healthy dose of gore keep this update fresh and intriguing." - Booklist Praise for BRIGHT SMOKE, COLD FIRE: "Hodge tackles a well-known tale...with a tougher heroine and a dark twist." - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) Praise for CRIMSON BOUND: "This novel will captivate readers. Outstanding." - School Library Journal (starred review) Praise for CRIMSON BOUND: "An intoxicatingly dark story of love, lust, murder, and redemption." - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (starred review) Praise for CRIMSON BOUND: "The unusual, intricately woven story and themes make for a worthwhile read." - Kirkus Reviews Praise for CRIMSON BOUND: "Plot twists and romance keep the pages turning in this grim and intricate take on the classic tale." - Booklist Praise for CRUEL BEAUTY: "A completely engrossing tale." - Alex Flinn, New York Times bestselling author of Beastly and Towering Praise for CRUEL BEAUTY: "A dazzling and clever retelling, Cruel Beauty is delightfully dark, lushly romantic, and utterly spellbinding. I adored it, and can't wait to read Hodge's next novel!" - Sarah J. Maas, author of the best-selling Throne of Glass series Praise for CRUEL BEAUTY: "What a stunning debut. This is a book you will want to read as fast as you can for the intricate plot and as slowly as you can to savor the gorgeous world-building and the ravishing love story." - Sherry Thomas, author of The Burning Sky Praise for CRUEL BEAUTY: "An intricate and arresting tale." - Kirkus Reviews Praise for CRUEL BEAUTY: "The push and pull romance between Nyx and Ignifex is pure fairy tale, but the characters themselves are complex and genuinely human as they struggle with their own culpability in a situation that forces them to choose between selfishness and selflessness." - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books Praise for CRUEL BEAUTY: "An entertaining read for teens who enjoy romantic fantasy." - School Library Journal Praise for CRUEL BEAUTY: "Hodge has created a rich, complete world in this twist on 'Beauty and the Beast.'" - Publishers Weekly Praise for CRUEL BEAUTY: "Will have readers clutching the book and flying through the pages." - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) Praise for CRUEL BEAUTY: "[A] fast-paced romantic fantasy." - Booklist



Book Information
ISBN 9780062369451
Author Rosamund Hodge
Format Paperback
Page Count 448
Imprint Balzer and Bray
Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Weight(grams) 322g
Dimensions(mm) 203mm * 135mm * 26mm