“Firebird” is definitely different to the authors previous work, however when reading you definitely still feel like you’re reading a Juliette Cross book despite the differences.

I love how the book integrates not only the legend of Medusa amongst the times of the Roman Empire but also weaves dragons beautifully into the story blending themes of wars, death, magic and survival across a beautiful romance story.

Malina and Julian come from different worlds, countries at war they are bound to hate and fight against one another and yet they are pulled together by an invisible thread of lust and undeniable chemistry so when they find each other for the second time on the battle field Julian knows he must protect her at all costs despite the trouble he may receive for it.

Julian is cold hearted (cold blooded 😄) unyielding and feared amongst all his followers, of course except for Malina who is brave, stubborn, ethical and empathetic. The two couldn’t be any different so of course they are fated.

I loved reading this story and watching it unfold, there is so much magic and beauty in these pages if you are a vivid imagery reader you will have a great time seeing a world be created into life before your eyes.

In relation to the audiobook this is my first experience with both of the narrators covering the love interests POV and I think that they did a fantastic job and complimented each other perfectly 🙏🏼

The cover is absolutely what drew me in the artwork and stenciled edges are stunning and the inside of the book lived up to that.

Thank you to Macmillan Audio and Juliette Cross for the ALC.

Publish date : April 8th 2025

This book was incredible!!! Holy moles, the narration, the writing, the story. Ancient Rome, but with Dragons? I loved this story so freakin' much. I can't wait to own the beautiful copy for my shelves. The narrators were incredible in this story and truly brought it to life. I can't wait to see where the rest of the series goes!