Review by prowlingivy -- We are Voulhire: The Fires of V...

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[Following is a volunteer review of "We are Voulhire: The Fires of Virko" by Matthew Tysz.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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We're Voulhire: Fires of Virko is the second book in the We're Voulhire series. Regardless, it can be read as a stand-alone novel. It maintains its signature; the different narrators approach. Suspense is heavy throughout the book and the tension raises the hair on your skin. Meldorath continues on his gradual coup. King Wilhelm remains unaware of his plots. He has no idea how Virko will run without the presence of the ever able Lord Venden. The Fires of Virko revolves around the industrial town of Virko. With the changing times, a lot is changing throughout Voulhire. Galen continues on his adventure in his new country. Is he ready for the drastic changes going on? Will Rowan be of any assistance to this new blood? This is a novel about coming of age. A tale on growth and shedding of old skin.

It is one that resonates with anyone struggling to figure themselves out. Mathew Tsyz has developed this aspect of human growth in enchanting lines. It is best suited for the younger generation. Moreover, it resounds with anyone going through alarming transitions to themselves or in their environment. It is a dark narrative. With the main characters falling prey to their darker selves. It highlights some of the causes. Kayden becomes a cruel person after he loses everything to Folcro. It is a narrative-heavy in consequences. Virko succumbs due to its intolerance to religion.

I would recommend it to adventure lovers. It is best suited for a bolder audience. This is because it has demonic characters. The violence will leave you seething. It is, therefore, not for the fainthearted. This is why it is unsuitable for kids. But adults and young adults will be able to get through it to the very end.it is a narrative-heavy in the supernatural. Therefore, it will be a great interest to fictional readers.

Fires of Virko is a beautiful story. It grapples with our natural tendency in striving to be good.it is a desperate tale that tries to justify some of our worst choices. It also covers the delicate role that parents and their beliefs play in the development of children. The effect is much dire during adolescence. The differing points of view have a great influence on the adult. This is brought up by lord Venden and his son Folcro. Kayden is also a victim of such growing up. He wants to be ideal in the eyes of his diseased parents completely ignoring his dominant character. One can only be so much successful in denying his natural inclinations. Eventually, nature always wins over sheer will.

I give it a 4 out of 4 stars. The book is not only well written but also very imaginative. It is well-edited. The author has created a unique piece in terms of the power wars. The good and bad are hard to distinguish. You easily fall in love with the villains while understanding the reason behind their cruelty. The heroes don't know how to save others much less themselves. It is a haunted book. One that leaves you with a bittersweet feeling in your bones. You never know whose side you are on except the fact that you are desperately in love with every aspect of the story. I cannot wait for the third book in the series.

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We are Voulhire: The Fires of Virko
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[Sou Hi]

You know what, I always think there's something wrong with King Wilhelm. After Hillport and even Yamon Soul fell, he hasn't bothered to check, or at least suspect, Meldorath at all. Isn't it odd given that the mage is imprisoned just right next to Hillport?