Flamefall: The Aurelian Cycle
#2 of 3 in The Aurelian Cycle Series
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What’s inside...
Revolutionary flames ignite around Annie, Lee, and a brand new POV character in the second book of the Fireborne trilogy. After fleeing the revolution and settling into the craggy cliffs of New Pythos, the Dragonlords are eager to punish their usurpers and reclaim their city. Their first order of business was destroying the Callipolan food supply. Now they're coming for the Dragonriders. Annie is Callipolis's new Firstrider, and while her goal has always been to protect the people, being the government's enforcer has turned her into public enemy number one. Lee struggles to find his place after killing kin to prove himself to a leader who betrayed him. He can support Annie and the other Guardians or join the radicals who look to topple the new regime. Griff, a lowborn dragonrider who serves New Pythos, knows he has no future. And now that Julia, the Firstrider who had protected him, is dead, he is called on to sacrifice everything for the lords that oppress his people or to forge a new path with the Callipolan Firstrider seeking his help. With famine tearing Callipolis apart and the Pythians determined to take back what they lost, it will be up to Annie, Lee, and Griff to decide what to fight for and who to love.
Discussion points
How do you think the characters' decisions impacted the story's outcome?
What would you do if you were in the protagonist's situation?
How do the themes of loyalty and bravery show up in the book?
What are some ways the characters show their strengths and weaknesses?
What lessons can we learn about teamwork from the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think critically about the characters' choices and their consequences.
Discuss the moral dilemmas presented in the book and relate them to real-life situations your child might face.
Highlight the importance of bravery and loyalty, and ask your child for examples of these traits in their own life.
Talk about the concept of leadership and responsibility, and ask your child how they might handle similar responsibilities.
Utilize examples from the book to discuss the value of teamwork and the different roles within a team.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: In 'Flamefall: The Aurelian Cycle,' characters must collaborate to overcome significant challenges, demonstrating that teamwork is crucial in achieving goals.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by working cooperatively in group projects at school or in sports teams, learning that collective effort often leads to success.
Example Lesson: Valuing diversity
Explanation: The book showcases a variety of cultures and backgrounds, teaching readers to appreciate and embrace differences.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand the importance of inclusivity and respect for others, regardless of their background, in their everyday interactions.
Example Lesson: Responsibility to make ethical choices
Explanation: Characters in the story face moral dilemmas, emphasizing the importance of making decisions that are not only good for oneself but also for the greater good.
Real-World Application: Children learn to consider the consequences of their actions on others, promoting a sense of moral responsibility in their daily life.
Example Lesson: Courage in adversity
Explanation: The protagonists often face dangerous situations, yet their courage helps them to persevere, highlighting the value of bravery.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of facing challenges head-on, whether it's trying out for a school play or standing up against bullying.