Iron & Embers: The Ashes of Thezmarr, Book 1

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This book had me up way past my bedtime.

Image 101: A 1x1 image, likely be a tacker probe Amazon Customer](javascript:void(0)) 5 out of 5 stars This book had me up way past my bedtime. Seriously, I couldn’t put it down, and as a Mom of a toddler this says a lot. For those already familiar with The Legends of Thezmarr, this isn’t just a walk down memory lane, we are back baby. The kingdom’s still running but things to some extent are a bit darker, as we explore the world through Wren’s calculating lense. Iron of Embers picks up in the aftermath of the The Legends of Thezmarr series, and while you technically can read this without reading Legends of Thezmarr first, I really, highly, recommend starting there. It adds so much more emotional weight to everything Wren’s going through here. (You’re robbing yourself if you don’t read it, but hey you do you boo-boo). Helen does a great job grounding readers in where we are now, showing us that things have seriously changed since Legends of Thezmarr. She builds out the world in a way that’s rich and layered, without overwhelming you with exposition. We meet some new characters (one of whom really stood out for me), but also get to enjoy some returning favorites, by which I mean Son of the Fox and Cal, obviously. The Son of the Fox continues to be one of my absolute favorite characters ever written, sorry not sorry. Wren and Torj’s dynamic is... intense. It’s a second-chance, slow-burn kind of situation with so much tension you could bottle it. At times it’s frustrating because there’s so much pain, love, and history tangled up between them but there are also very sweet and very hot moments between the two. Let’s just say the magnetism that you catch in Legends of Thezmarr returns and honestly with a little bit of a vengeance in some places. If you're into protective MMCs, bodyguard vibes, and emotionally complex relationships, this one’s for you. The alchemy school setting is interesting and full of fresh lore, though I’ll be honest, some of those sections slowed the pacing a bit. But thankfully, the banter between characters is sharp, and the comedy woven in to lighten heavier moments absolutely works. Even when the plot slows, the character dynamics keep you hooked and thankfully we’re also blessed to be in the lands of Thezmarr where something is always out to kill you and the world has its own agenda keeping everyone moving in the forward direction. Spice-wise? I’d give it a 3 to 3.5 out of 5. It’s a slow burn, but the eventual scenes are emotional, and intimate with some of the build up being very, very, fun. Their connection brings its own unique set of challenges and rewards. By the end of the book I was in literal tears. There are a lot of questions left open, and some really interesting directions this series could take. Wren and Torj both show very different, darker sides than we’ve seen before, and watching them try to piece themselves, and each other, back together was beautiful and heartbreaking all at once. Both characters deal with serious trauma they carry and a lot of trust issues. If you're into dual POVs, emotionally loaded romance, protective MMCs, sharp FMCs, and fantasy worlds with high stakes and high tension, you’re going to love this. Just a heads-up: if you only like stand alone novels, maybe hold off because I’m already counting down the days until the release of book two. As for proof that I stayed up past my bedtime: For reference I began the book Jan 30, 2025 and finished it Feb 3,2025. More)Hide) * !Image 103: Customer Image Thank you for your feedback Close Sorry, there was an error Close Sorry we couldn't load the review Try again Filtering customer reviews Loading customer reviews There was a problem filtering reviews. Please reload the page.

4 4.4 out of 5 stars](javascript:void(0))(10,713) Book 1 of 3: The Ashes of Thezmarr Best of BookTok Sorry, there was a problem loading this page. Try again. See all formats and editions “I’ve made no secret of what I want… You. It’s always been you.” Wren Embervale, alchemist-turned-assassin, finds solace in only one thing: seeking vengeance for the death of her friends. The wars of the past may be over, but her thirst for revenge is far from quenched. For years, she has been content with her poisons and potions for company, but when an unknown form of alchemy is used to attack a king of the midrealms, Wren’s time in the shadows comes to an end. She’s offered a place at the ancient alchemy academy of Drevenor to find a cure to the dark magic threatening the kingdoms. To win her spot, she must conquer the Gauntlet, a grueling series of deadly trials that could cost her sanity, or her life. More is at play than sabotage from fellow competitors. Magic wielders are being targeted and Wren becomes tangled in a dangerous web of deception and bloodshed that puts the entire realm at risk. But the biggest threat of all might come from the man assigned to protect her—Torj Elderbrock, the silver-haired war hero who has hated her since she assassinated his last charge. Their shared history ignites a simmering tension that threatens to consume them both. Peace is fragile, trust is scarce and enemies lurk around every corner… Will love heal all wounds—or will it be the most lethal poison of all? Iron & Embers is the breathtaking first installment in the epic fantasy romance series, The Ashes of Thezmarr. With its lush world-building, sizzling chemistry, and heart-pounding action it’s perfect for fans of Fourth Wing, From Blood & Ash, and The Bridge Kingdom. ) ©2025 Helen Scheuerer (P)2025 Dreamscape Media Previous slide of product details 1. Book 1 of 3 The Ashes of Thezmarr 2. Listening Length 17 hours and 9 minutes 3. Author Helen Scheuerer 4. Narrator Matt Haynes, see all) 5. Publication date January 28, 2025 6. Language English 7. Publisher Dreamscape Media 8. ASIN B0DN3KG58F 9. Version Unabridged 10. Program Type Audiobook Next slide of product details See all details Report an issue with this product or seller](https://www.amazon.com/Iron-Embers-Ashes-Thezmarr-Book/dp/B0DN3KG58F/ref=sr1116?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.SayV0TY4twYqDQFVDAbyjx3921Dwdb37RpgqAl5-MwOsFWsmOFi7F6MZiT76x-tJ6NieivicX9tZPJQeovYhrTW5Fz908TRA1vhfSbwXvStViOe9cwu-pBus2JWU3mPtY7v9EgTurf6950HHOt6w6G5dlzaYLDp5DMCLAB2NouVTe3Tcd5CViHCe9uRLa45PY7pYiz2k5uHR4dNycE2NtXR6yXTB8kWHYikz-814.U77titplkP7kTAJRVLp0ZoQDLizX4yvsjzPXVfJw&dibtag=se&qid=1780245644&s=books&xpid=BtZXy3REumMg) !Image 38: A 38x35 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Read & Listen Switch back and forth between reading the Kindle book and listening to Audible audiobook. Add the audiobookfor a reduced price of $5.05 after you get the Kindle book as part of your Kindle Unlimited subscription. ](https://www.amazon.com/hz/audible/mlp?actionCode=AMZOR3890414266326&ref=adblpdpbhve26eft) People who viewed this also viewed 1 of 27 Previous page 1. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FQL97SVC/ref=adblp13nvvxx0im?encoding=UTF8&plink=TcYgfGkNdvOsK5xH&pdrdw=pDadb&content-id=amzn1.sym.6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdp=6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdr=0ZMDM1YJFKEKS63PBFQW&pdrdwg=Tg82i&pdrdr=c2bd3d5e-1bf1-433c-8f0d-9f1257b033a6) Blood and Steel (Dramatized Adaptation): The Legends of Thezmarr, Book 1 Blood and Steel (Dramatized Adaptation): The Legends of Thezm… Helen Scheuerer 2 Audible Audiobook $0.00 Free with Audible trial$22.51 2. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CKJ96T3H/ref=adblp13nvvxx1im?encoding=UTF8&plink=TcYgfGkNdvOsK5xH&pdrdw=pDadb&content-id=amzn1.sym.6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdp=6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdr=0ZMDM1YJFKEKS63PBFQW&pdrdwg=Tg82i&pdrdr=c2bd3d5e-1bf1-433c-8f0d-9f1257b033a6) Slaying the Shadow Prince Slaying the Shadow Prince Helen Scheuerer 7,172 Audible Audiobook $0.00 Free with Audible trial$20.28 3. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D326PRBZ/ref=adblp13nvvxx2im?encoding=UTF8&plink=TcYgfGkNdvOsK5xH&pdrdw=pDadb&content-id=amzn1.sym.6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdp=6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdr=0ZMDM1YJFKEKS63PBFQW&pdrdwg=Tg82i&pdrdr=c2bd3d5e-1bf1-433c-8f0d-9f1257b033a6) Of Blades and Wings: A Brides of Mist and Fae Novel: Flame Cursed Fae, Book 1 Of Blades and Wings: A Brides of Mist and Fae Novel: Flame Cursed F… Eliza Raine 14,761 Audible Audiobook $0.00 Free with Audible trial$17.57 4. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FS9XLLJN/ref=adblp13nvvxx3im?encoding=UTF8&plink=TcYgfGkNdvOsK5xH&pdrdw=pDadb&content-id=amzn1.sym.6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdp=6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdr=0ZMDM1YJFKEKS63PBFQW&pdrdwg=Tg82i&pdrdr=c2bd3d5e-1bf1-433c-8f0d-9f1257b033a6) Avalon Tower (Dramatized Adaptation): Fey Spy Ac

s 4.4 out of 5 stars 4.4 out of 5 10,713 global ratings 5 star 4 star 3 star 2 star 1 star 5 star 55%35%9%1%0%55% 5 star 4 star 3 star 2 star 1 star 4 star 55%35%9%1%0%35% 5 star 4 star 3 star 2 star 1 star 3 star 55%35%9%1%0%9% 5 star 4 star 3 star 2 star 1 star 2 star 55%35%9%1%0%1% 5 star 4 star 3 star 2 star 1 star 1 star 55%35%9%1%0%0% How customer reviews and ratings work) Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon * Accessibility support for this content is in progress. We are working to provide an accessible version shortly.!Image 61: Accessibility support for this content is in progress. We are working to provide an accessible version shortly. !Image 62!Image 63!Image 64 Sponsored Customers say Customers praise this book as the best in the Thezmarr world, with an amazing story featuring twists and turns in Wren and Torj's plot. The characters are complex and engaging, with one customer noting the sharp banter between them, while the emotional content includes heartbreak that customers find excruciating. The book features a strong enemies-to-lovers romance with perfect tension between Wren and Torj, making it a great addition to the Blood and Steel series. AI Generated from the text of customer reviews!Image 65: A 60x62 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Generated from the text of customer reviews Select to learn more !Image 66: A 18x20 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Content(116) !Image 67: A 18x20 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Story(84) !Image 68: A 18x20 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Readability(54) !Image 69: A 18x20 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Character(47) !Image 70: A 18x20 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Emotional(46) !Image 71: A 18x20 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Romance(46) !Image 72: A 18x20 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Series(42) !Image 73: A 18x20 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Tension(30) 116 customers mention content, 107 positive, 9 negative 116 customers mention "Content"107 positive 9 negative !Image 74: A black X symbol Customers praise the content of the book, describing it as incredibly well done and among the best in the Thezmarr World series. "...Iron & Embers has it all: dual POV, yearning, banter, heart-wrenching romance, a fate bond, and plenty of action to keep you reading into the wee..." "...Slow burn, touch her and d!e, body guard, strong FMC, magic, banter, tension, found family…just fantastic...." "...I loved that the FMC wasn’t helpless and stood up for herself. She was strong and made hard decisions even though they could possible be hurtful to..." "Loved this book! Would have given it a 5-star rating, but it was slow to start...." 84 customers mention story, 72 positive, 12 negative 84 customers mention "Story"72 positive 12 negative !Image 75: A black X symbol Customers praise the book's engaging plot with its twists and turns, particularly the wild start to Wren and Torj's story. "...This book has everything you want: enemies to lovers, mystery, intrigue, a Gauntlet laced with poisons, torture and mental anguish, hidden identies,..." "...Great to have Kip and Cal back. I want more for Cal. I really enjoyed the storyline and the way that grief is dealt with...." "I loved this story. I do believe it would help to read the previous books of the author...." "Enjoyed this story and its twists and turns. Look forward to the 2nd book. Loved the fact that it was a nice long book!" 54 customers mention readability, 50 positive, 4 negative 54 customers mention "Readability"50 positive 4 negative !Image 76: A black X symbol Customers find the book highly readable, describing it as a must-read that kept them invested and entertained, with one customer noting they read well into the night. "...This is a must read! I also appreciate the characters are all in their 30s now as someone in her 30s!" "A fantastic read! Wren is such a refreshing fantasy lead as she is not the traditional warrior FMC trope...." "...The alchemy and magical aspects of this story were both alluring and fascinating...." "great read" 47 customers mention character, 44 positive, 3 negative 47 customers mention "Character"44 positive 3 negative !Image 77: A black X symbol Customers love the characters in the book, particularly Wren, who is complex, and appreciate the welcome return of familiar characters. One customer notes the sharp banter between them. "...If you love a romantasy with unique magic