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.