Kindling By Traci Chee

Traci Chee's standalone fantasy introduces a war-torn world where kindling warfare, employing elite teenage magic wielders, has been outlawed. In this poignant tale reminiscent of Seven Samurai and The Magnificent Seven, seven kindlings grapple with purpose and identity amidst a landscape haunted by violence and memories of war.

Once revered as powerful warriors, kindlings now find themselves adrift in a world that has cast aside their magic and weapons. When a village faces siege, it presents an opportunity for these disillusioned warriors to reclaim their former glory in one last battle. However, their journey to rediscover themselves is fraught with challenges as they confront their past traumas and grim fates.

As they come together to fight for a cause greater than themselves, the kindlings must confront their inner demons and reconcile with their changed selves. Their quest for peace and redemption becomes a harrowing journey of introspection and self-discovery, where the stakes are nothing less than their own survival.

Traci Chee delivers a gut-wrenching narrative that delves deep into the complexities of war, trauma, and the search for meaning in a world marked by violence and loss. Through vivid prose and compelling characters, she explores themes of resilience, camaraderie, and the enduring hope for a better future. In this evocative fantasy, Chee masterfully crafts a tale of courage and redemption that resonates long after the final page.