Oh gosh, I have thoughts. And I can't share these thoughts without giving away minor (and I do mean minor, so just keep reading my thoughts) details in terms of timing. The writing was excellent and made me want to keep reading. However, I'm actually pretty frustrated with the direction of the story. I read book one and really enjoyed it. Things were settled between Tamsyn and Fell. There was a small cliffhanger at the end of book 1 with the introduction of Fell's identical twin brother, but that was it. Book 2 starts 1 year after the end of book 1. Fell has tragically died or is missing and Tamsyn is learning how to be a dragon, all the while having to dissuade the attention she's receiving from Fell's twin brother. Why did the story have to go there at all?! I really, really didn't like that. THEN, when you find out what actually happens to Fell over halfway through the book, it sickened me and made my heart absolutely ache for Tamsyn and Fell. Any kind of reunion/resolution doesn't take place until 76% of the way through the book!! I checked my kindle to make sure, and yes, 76%. What was even the point of all of this? Truly! I'm not sure.

I will say that Stig was a fantastic villain and Tamsyn's growth and strength were awesome. The writing was so good and I had to keep reading to find out what happened. I just really didn't like the conflict of the story at ALL. It felt unnecessary to put the characters through that hell and it also felt very out of the blue. AND the skirmish at the end between the brothers....that was it?! Seriously?!

I am curious to see what happens next because the author's writing style is fantastic. But I will be continuing this series with caution.

Thanks to Avon by way of Netgalley for an arc of this book. All opinions are my own.

Much like book 1, A Scar in the Bone falls flat. The flowery prose isn't enough to disguise the fact that very little plot progression is actually happening. Too much internal dialogue and too little movement on all fronts - action, relationships, romance, anything! - makes this a disappointing read. The characters are largely too contrived and flat - and there is very little in the way of explanation for the why Stig goes from beloved companion to Terror of the Borderlands. Lack of overall character development (or explained development from the characters that have changed drastically) is also a point against this story. I was hopeful, at the end of book 1, that the author would turn the ship around. There were points in favor of the tale- there's a well-developed geographical landscape and a building political tension, and while the romance was too shallow and too brief there was the distinct potential for more there. But Jordan has failed to fulfill any meager amount of promise that book 1 showed.

This book was as good as if not better than the first one! it keeps you in your feelings yet makes you feel empowered! All around, I couldn't have asked for more to follow the first book. MFC is a badass even though at beginning she was unsure. The two MC come from places but find they are actually not that different, is a flaming good book!

I enjoyed this second book of the series - it was a super quick read. However, I missed the family drama & angst & more of the romance of the first one. To me, it felt more of a filler type book, where you can see how the MFC grows/develops on her own (within the group & in her skin/scales/powers). That's fine by me (as long it's truly a trilogy), but just doesn't pack as much of an emotional punch. I'm excited to read the next book (because there should definitely be one) & appreciated the epilogue that gave a brief synopsis of multiple characters. I also appreciate when it's roughly a year (or less) between books. Due to the number of books I read, I tend to forget storylines & didn't have time for a re-read. Thanks to NetGalley & the publisher for the ARC opportunity.

The follow up to 'A Fire in the Sky' is jam packed with action, twists and betrayal. Following the first novel, readers find Tamsyn without Fell. Tamsyn refuses to believe that Fell is gone and that drives her action throughout the novel. I was a bit confused by the time jump, but as I read the novel it made sense because it jumps to the action rather than filler plot points. Because there is always action happening, I did not want to stop or put the book down.

Thank you NetGalley & Avon and Harper Voyager for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

A worthy sequel to sink into.

I loved seeing Tamsyn come into being a dragon warrior BUT I missed Fell. Tamsyn x Fell were everything in SKY and to have him missing through the book was a bit disappointing. I get that this is Tamsyn's time to shine, to see her strength and resilience. But we can have a badass fmc and a love story, okay? Okay.

I'm hoping that the next installment delivers more of these two together!

This was a very fun read! I read it right after the first one, and I thought it was an extremely engaging sequel! The characters are delightful to follow around (especially our protagonist Tamsyn!) and I had the time of my life in this world. Sophie’s writing style is super easy to follow, which I appreciated a lot, and all the twist and turns were super fun.
I also thought the romance was so well written, even if I wanted Fell to be more present in the book. I can’t wait for the next one!

This book was as good as the first one. I was initially confused, and worried I had missed something at the end of the first one, but it is explained a couple of chapters in. This book made me feel so many emotions. I feel this author is very good at the emotional roller coaster ride. The is a lot of stuff that happens in this book, and yet there isn't. While reading the book I did feel like there was so much going on, but looking back there weren't a lot of big things that happened. I do have some unanswered questions, and I hope that this is not the end of the story. I feel that the ending left me with more questions. There is not a lot of spice, and I did enjoy that. Overall, I would recommend this book for anyone that enjoys fantasy.

A Scar in the Bone (sequel to Fire in the Sky)
takes place a year after book one ends. Fell is gone and we watch as Tamsyn adjusts to her new life, and her new self, all while nursing a heartbreak.

Tamsyn is back stronger and fiercer. As an outcast in her new pride we see her struggling to adapt to her new reality. Constantly training in the arena, outnumbered at times, and doing everything pride members are expected to do she still doesn’t fit in. My heart definitely hurt for Tamsyn as I watched her long for Fell.

We also see her face difficulties in learning and accepting the culture of dragon kind, highlighting her differences with the pride. The world-building expands significantly from book one. The author paints a clearer picture of the dangers lurking beyond the safety of home. While not action-packed the suspense was well maintained.

New foes and familiar faces emerge and Fell’s twin brother Vetr, the prides alpha, adds an intriguing dynamic. His interest in Tamsyn certainly raised questions and had me side-eyeing him. With Fell gone and a new Lord of the Borderland in place alliances and loyalties have shifted. The reunion!! Intense.

I wouldn’t call A Scar in the Bone riveting, but it held my attention and kept me engaged. And that epilogue 👀 …

Thank you Avon and Harper Voyager and Netgalley for the early copy

No one is sadder about this rating than I am. A FIRE IN THE SKY was one of my favorite reads last year, besides the nostalgia of being back in the world of FIRELIGHT, Sophie Jordan managed to create a unique experience that was tender, full of adventure, romantic, and rich with lore with Tamsyn and Fell's story. But she throws all of that away in this one. I came into SCAR expecting the end to their story (because this was supposed to be a duology) but I left it confused and a little hurt.

SCAR picks up a year after the events of A FIRE IN THE SKY and with Fell already missing (this isn't a spoiler, it's in the official blurb) and Tamsyn trying to fit into Vetr's pride. While I initially didn't have a problem with this timeskip, as the book progressed, I became increasingly concerned as to what happened in the past year that was different from what was happening in the story now, because from what I observed, Tamsyn was still no closer to being a part of the pride than she was a year ago. I was hoping to see her empowered, having grown into her powers and a better understanding of her dragon and yet, that wasn't what we got, we barely even get to see her in her dragon form. If you asked me what happened in the first two parts of this book, I could not tell you because, besides her run in with Sig (which, of course, had to happen), barely anything actually happens. We don't even get to experience firsthand how Fell disappears, it's just mentioned in passing and it's so disappointing that he got written off like that because his disappearance served no purpose beyond trying to make Vetr a second lead (and yes, we are firmly Team Lord Beast to the very end).

I get that Jordan tried to highlight Tamsyn more in this one, but this series? this story? is as much Fell's as it is Tamsyn's, and it felt like such a disservice to their story to have cut him off the way she did, and for such a flimsy reason. A SCAR IN THE BONE could have been such a powerful end (or even beginning) to Tamsyn and Fell's story, there were so many things that could have happened (that we, as readers, would have expected to happen) but instead, we barely got anything, the points of action barely sizzled, so much time was spent traveling, and there was barely any romance (which was understandable, but still); by the time something exciting actually happened, I didn't have the energy to care anymore cause it was too late. Mostly, I was confused by how this ended, as much as I appreciate authors leaving a few threads unraveled for future stories, it felt like no important parts of the canvas were properly tied off at all (and the only one that did was underwhelmingly addressed), and I was left wondering if the series had shifted into a trilogy and if this was meant to be a middle book instead of the conclusion to a duology (and if it was supposed to be a middle book, it was a weak one).

Will I read the next one if another book does get added to the series? Absolutely, one book I did not love isn't going to turn me away from Sophie Jordan's writing. While I was disappointed by what happened (or should I say, what didn't happen) in A SCAR IN THE BONE, I am still hopeful for more, there is still so much of the world to explore and ground to cover, and after that epilogue, the possibilities are vast and I would never say no to seeing Tamsyn and Fell again. I love them too much and would love to read another book with them actually together.

Unfortunately, I was not a fan of this one. The first book was okay in my opinion, but this book did not hit the right spot for me. I was very confused, because it almost felt like the author was trying to prove that Tamysn was still loyal to Fell, but it ending up feeling like cheating. With Fell’s brother.

Great book! I was hooked from the beginning of the book. My heart ached for the mother dragon and I quickly turned the pages to find out what happened to her twins. I missed reading the first book but this one was great so I will go back and read the first. Enjoyed the characters and story! Thanks for the early read.

*thank you to netgalley and the publisher for an early copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*

I was really looking forward to this book and it did not disappoint !an exciting, fast-paced read that kept me hooked from the very first page. The story has a perfect blend of action, suspense, and romance that kept me turning pages without wanting to stop. The characters are relatable and engaging, and the plot moves along at just the right pace, keeping you intrigued throughout. I loved how Jordan created a world full of mystery and emotion, and the twists in the story definitely kept me on my toes. If you're looking for a fun but gripping, enjoyable read, definitely worth picking up!

This picks up mostly where the first book ended. I have been waiting to read this book to see what all is going to happen. This book did not disappoint at all! I was hooked reading it late until the night because I couldn’t put it down. So much happens in this one that will leave you in shock. I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves a good romance story that will stand the test of time! I was given an ARC through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This book was really cute! I love the author’s writing style, it’s fun and engaging, but the pacing felt a little uneven, sometimes too slow and other times too fast. I also wish we had seen more of the dragon pride’s dynamics. I was hoping to see Tamsyn find her place within them a bit more, but I understand why that didn’t happen.

The story picks up a year after Tamsyn discovered she’s half-dragon. Now, she’s living with her mate’s twin brother’s dragon pride, struggling to fit in and fully accept both her fate and her mate’s. There’s plenty of emotional tension, self-discovery, and dragon drama along the way.

Overall, this was a super fast and enjoyable read! If you love shifter romances with strong character growth and a bit of angst, this is definitely worth picking up.

3.5 on StoryGraph

This was one of my most anticipated reads of the year but I’m feeling let down by this book. I adored the first book, and was so excited to see what happens now that Tamsyn and Fell know more about themselves.

However, I felt like this book was just half a book. There’s a lot of lead up and new character interactions that fell a bit short for me. The last third of the book was great and intense but because of how long the lead up took I felt like there needed to be more time spent on what happens next. There’s an intriguing new character who was under utilized and a number of family bonds that were unresolved. It really felt like this book needed to tie some of these things up but they were left open ended.

Like the first one, I did fly through this book so it’s still really readable but I’m still surprised that’s all.

There’s some great moments and growth from Tamsyn in this book for sure but the story was lacking for me. Still worth checking out to see how the story ends. (…is it done though? I couldn’t tell!?)

Um this was fine. Not a whole lot happens in this book to be honest and Sophie Jordan’s writing style isn’t my fave.

I liked it? I think?

I won’t say much cause I’m not trying to spoil things but there’s a new dude here that I’m not a big fan of and an old friend is back and terrible as ever.

Also, I’m gonna be reaaaal picky about grieving things because I’m IRL grief mode rn and it’s terrible, and Tamsyn being all like “Oh it’s been a year since Fell died and I didn’t even get to grieve him at all because I’ve just been soooooo busy” is reaaaal annoying to me. But also I don’t want a lot of grieving on page. So maybe this isn’t even worth noting because Angela cannot be pleased in any way in this particular instance 🤣 Maybe just say that like you couldn’t get out of bed for two months, okay? That would be fine by me.

Also , where is this book going? What are we doing here? Who is the bad guy? What is the purpose? I’m losing it in all this dragon stuff. Is there gonna be a third? Is the king bad? Is it just Stig that’s bad? Are we human or are we dragon? Is there a hope for world peace??? I was just a smidge lost in this.

Also Tamsyn is repulsed by the idea of mating some good looking dude and being a mom in dragon caves and girl, that sounds awesome and very much like my life but obvs minus dragons and let me tell you, it’s flipping awesome. SAHM > Girl Boss IMO, don’t knock it till you try it, Tamsyn. Especially cause you get the crap kicked out of you A LOT. So maybe don’t just IMMEDIATELY be like “Ewwww that sounds awful,” you can also be like “Wow motherhood would be so great but obvs I have to save the world first.”

Make Motherhood Acceptable Again.

ALRIGHT enough of this terrible review where no one has any clear understanding of the book based on these pointless rambles.

Thank you for the ARC!

I liked A Fire in the Sky, but I did feel it was racing through the story and skipping over scenes, leaving an incomplete feeling. I was hoping for more showing and in-depth relationship building in this sequel, but that's difficult with the characters separated. They were barley together in the first book, anyway, so I'm questioning some character motivations and it's not completely working for me (so far). I feel an emotional disconnect, so I'm going to put this on hold for now and possibly return later!

If you're looking for a quick, binge-worthy romantasy featuring dragons that's not intimidating in size or world-building, this is for you!

This is the sequel to A Fire in the Sky. I devoured the first book! This sequel was a bit too slow for my taste but I powered through. With that being said, the emotional trauma this book puts you through is crazy. Overall once said and done, it was a good book in my opinion but I didn't love it as much as the first.



Thank you NetGalley and Avon and Harper Voyager for the eARC

Pub Date Oct 14 2025

Feeling very lucky to have received an early copy of this highly anticipated second novel in this series. I wasn’t sure what to expect but I remember the first book being one of my favorite fantasy romance rates of 2024.

This book didn’t really go where I thought it would and the ending left me even more confused. As many of you know, I don’t do well with ambiguity in my reading.

Where is the series gonna go next? Will subsequent books not focus on our current main characters? Please don’t let there be a love triangle (that was my least favorite allusion in this book).

I don’t even know what to say about this book. I clearly enjoyed it as I finished it in a day and I couldn’t really put it down, but I felt like the reunion between the two main characters was prolonged and the rest of the overarching plot didn’t really move forward and I’m scared this book is gonna get stretched into like an eight book series when it really doesn’t need to.

EDIT: I just went back and read my review for the first book in the series (I love my past self). I think this is something that Sophie Jordan as an author struggles with: pacing. She’s really good at the buildup, but she allows it to go on for too long and it leaves the last third or the last quarter of a book feeling extremely rushed and a lot of things condensed into a very short amount of space