Review: A good first effort
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 03 17, 2013
By Momma on March 17, 20130Fire Heather JamesFire is the first book in the Elements of Power Trilogy by Heather James; her debut Novel. The story goes back and forth in POV (point of view) between two teenage girls from different realms. Each of the realms has the discipline of controlling a specific element, yet not all residents of each realm have the powers.I enjoyed the relationships that were forged between the friends as well as the enemies involved in this part of the story. This isn't a heavy love story or romance, thus far it addresses the different types of relationships you can have with a person and how you can bond over a common interest, which may not seem common at all.I must admit I struggled a bit with this book. While the story is good the writing is a bit cumbersome and hinders the flow of the story telling. I felt at times there were explanations where there were none required and there were some difficult areas of grammar.I do see quite of bit of potential in the series as well as James as an author. I think with more experience and the help of a good developmental editor to help her move the story along she will have a huge hit on her hands as well as a wonderful career as a writer.What does Momma Think?Momma gives Fire 2 cookies and a glass of milk!