(arc reader)
This was an enjoyable fast paced fantasy novella. It's fairly short so was a nice quick read with interesting world building and empathetic characters.

Similar to Hunger Games/Divergent, it's a dystopian world divided into factions with an ongoing war against 'the uppers' who offered advanced technology but at great cost.

We are introduced to Kora and her healing faction who can manipulate the earth, and Cinis sent from the Pyro (fire wielder) faction as they forge an alliance through arranged marriage.

This includes the trope of arranged marriage where they slowly fall for each other, characters doubting their purpose or ability, elements of found family, and ends on a cliffhanger.

Hoping to read more of this series soon to discover what awaits Cinis, Kara and their factions in their fight against the uppers.