If you love fantasy stories that are addictive, fast-paced, romantic, and cinematic—filled with diverse and inclusive characters—you’re in the right place.
'With a cracking pace and a cast of compelling characters, Of Flame and Fury is a stellar debut—full of exhilarating phoenix races, heart-warming found family, thrilling danger, and sizzling romantic tension. Bridge is one to watch: a fabulous new voice in YA fantasy!’
‘An unmissable debut, scorching with the perfect combo of breakneck action, romance, and giant murder birds. The phoenix races are a pulse pounding thrill-ride, and the characters shine like phoenix fire, from a sizzling slow-burn romance, to the bond between a girl and her lethal firebird that melted my heart.’
‘Move over dragons—there’s a new fiery beast to love. In Bridge’s capable hands, phoenixes are given new and exciting life that will have you hooked from the first page. With a unique blend of fantasy and technology, a winning cast, and heart-pounding races, this book is truly impossible to put down.’
Fourth Wing meets Iron Widow in this enemies-to-lovers romantic fantasy by debut author Mikayla Bridge. The hottest must-read of the summer!
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On an island of fire and ash, a phoenix tamer and her arrogant rival team up to win deadly phoenix races, while untangling a conspiracy that could burn their world to the ground.
Of Flame and Fury, a Young Adult Fantasy, will be published globally with Macmillan US, UK and Australia in July 2025.
I'm a young adult fantasy author living in Melbourne, Australia. I have a BA with Honors in Political Science and International Relations from Deakin University, but my true passion lies in storytelling. When I’m not writing, you’ll find me devouring books and coffee that make my heart race. Of Flame and Fury is my debut novel, and I can’t wait to share it with you.