Pyromancist (SECOND EDITION): Art of Fire

Charmaine Pauls

Oct 2020 · Charmaine Pauls

About this ebook

If you play with fire, expect to get burned.

The task force Joss heads up doesn't play by the rules. When he has to catch a firestarter and Clelia is the only key to the culprit responsible for the mysterious arson, he doesn't hesitate to kidnap her and use her as bait.

It's a foolproof plan.

The only snag is his unforeseen reaction to his captive.

Note: This is the first book in the dark fated mates paranormal 7 Forbidden Arts romance series. The books must be read in order. The series is complete.

Ratings and reviews

The storyline was fantastic and it has a lot of drama throughout it. It is a story that draws you in. No, it doesn’t have a lot of paranormal events but it does have a few that pull you with the mystery surrounding the characters. It is well written and I did very much enjoy the characters banter. Joss was a jerk at times but you do see him grow throughout the story. Clelia is a stunning character with her sass and charm. It was an excellent story and I absolutely loved the end the most.

Clelia what are you thinking? I know you are young. I get that you prefer to see the good in the world. Heck, I even understand that childhood crush you still carry. But step back and take a look at the whole landscape Not just the bright spots- He is a selfish cold arse! I've gotta say I never warmed to Joss. Sure he was somehow tormented as a child but it didn't excuse his aloof behavior or narcissist attitude I didn't get the whole mine thing either after just a bit of blood Get off your high horse fool you couldn't even remember!!! Okay so setting my irritation with these two aside for a moment I loved the universe Pauls' crafted. It's a bit of paranormal blended with modern to create a unique and engaging backdrop. The long-running storyline? I'm all in for that and can't wait to see how different "magics" and forbidden's unfold The cast that was introduced so far has me curious as well. I wasn't overly impressed with our hero/heroine in this story but the storyline and cast as a whole definitely has me wanting more Cain is that dark omnipotent being that called to my inner hussy- no idea why 🤷‍♀️ Maya is an enigma - I didn't really like her mean girl attitude but she gives off this " I'm hiding something" vibe that had my hackles up Lann is the geeky smexy member of their team. He comes across as aloof but level headed Then there was the sweet cowboy teddy bear pilot - sorry I forgot your name - that you can't help but be drawn to I'm looking forward to following this series - So many possibilities So many secrets

This was great I really enjoyed myself. This authors writing always hits home with me and this had a whole different vibe to what I’m used to when it comes to there style, That’s all meant in a good way. I do like paranormal but if you don’t that shouldn’t be an issue as this was mostly romantic suspense with some slight paranormal elements included and It definitely felt more contemporary than paranormal. The story takes place in France with a small detour to South Africa. It involves childhood acquaintances Clelia D’Ambois and Josselin de Arradon who grew up in the same Brittany community together. Cle’s mother has a mysterious past raised by her adoptive parents she died giving birth to her. Clelia now grown lives a simple life with her grandfather working on the mainland and taking care of her animals that is until a spate of fires in the wider community bring the spotlight down on her. Joss now works for a clandestine group of individuals sworn to protect mankind from the forbidden arts and the recent fires point to a new emerging fire-starter and its Joss’s job to eliminate the threat. Kidnapped and used as bait Cle’s softer feelings towards Joss are definitely put to the test and there’s a fine line between love and hate and once Joss has Cle firmly in his sights he will stop at nothing to possess and claim her for his own. Joss is definitely all alpha obsessed male one with a tormented past. Cle struggles to accept the whole of Joss constantly holding it up to the ideal she has carried around of him, one that doesn’t quite fit. That idea was an illusion and the real Joss is so much more intense, savage and ruthless and he will do whatever’s necessary to achieve his end goals. He is super possessive and holds on to whatever he’s claimed whether they like it or not. This was a definite page-turner a slightly different style than we are used to from this author and got to say she did romantic suspense so very well, I’m impressed. This series wasn’t even on my personal radar before but now I’m definitely adding them all to my TBR pile now. This was very well written full of suspenseful intrigue with a slow burn romance at its centre. This was mostly plot led but with just the correct amount of romance to balance it out. I Would definitely recommend this it was a great read and I’m looking forward to learning more about this fascinating world in future. I voluntary reviewed a copy of Pyromancist (7 Forbidden Arts #1).

About the author

Charmaine loves to write dark and edgy romance that will melt both your e-reader and your heart. She's a mom of two teenagers, an adorable dog, and a dominant cat. Her country of birth is South Africa where many of her stories play off. Her French husband kidnapped her to the south of France where she currently lives with her family. When she's not writing, you'll find her in the kitchen baking cakes or in the gym lifting weights (because ... all those cakes!).