Title: Heart of Iron
Author: Ashley Poston
First published February 27, 2018
467 pages, Hardcover
ISBN: 9780062652850 (ISBN10: 0062652850)
Rating: 3.75
Overview
In the galaxy, Ana is known as a scoundrel, but she is more than just a criminal. She was rescued by a brave space captain and her crew when she was a child, and she has grown to consider them as her family.
Ana’s companion, D09, an illegal Metals, is malfunctioning, and she will stop at nothing to save him. After learning that a lost ship may hold the answers to fix D09, Ana sets out to steal the lost ship’s coordinates.
However, a rich Ironblood boy gets to the coordinates before her. The Ironblood has his reasons for taking the coordinates and will do anything to keep them.
The situation escalates, and Ana and the Ironblood become fugitives on the run, with the kingdom in hot pursuit. The journey leads them to a distant corner of the universe that holds secrets that could change their lives forever.
As Ana’s past comes back to haunt her, she must choose between saving the Metal boy she loves or protecting a kingdom that wants her dead.
About the Author
Ashley Poston is a talented writer and a passionate fan. Growing up in rural South Carolina, she was always in awe of the stunning night sky.
Now, she shares her love of stories and fandoms through her writing. If you want to connect with her, you can find her on Twitter at @ashposton or check out her personal musings at www.ashposton.com.
Editoral Review
Heart of Iron by Ashley Poston is a young adult science-fiction novel that was first published on February 27, 2018. The book tells the story of Ana, a girl who was found floating in space by a group of space pirates and raised as one of their own.
When Ana’s adoptive mother, Captain Siege, falls ill, Ana sets off on a dangerous mission to find the cure and secure her future on the Iron Kingdom, the richest kingdom in the galaxy. Along the way, Ana reunites with her best friend and first love, a rogue android named D09, and meets the dashing Robb, the heir to the Iron Kingdom.
Poston is a New York Times bestselling author who is known for her witty and heartwarming retellings of classic fairy tales. Heart of Iron is her second original novel and is a departure from her usual style.
The book is a mix of science-fiction and romance that will appeal to fans of Star Wars and Firefly. Heart of Iron is set in a futuristic version of our world and explores themes of love, loyalty, sacrifice, and rebellion.
The book is told from multiple perspectives, and each chapter is named after a different character, which helps to give readers a better understanding of the different players in the story. The world-building is beautifully done, and the descriptions of the different planets and spaceships are vivid.
At its heart, Heart of Iron is a love story. Ana’s relationships with D09 and Robb are central to the plot, and their dynamics are compelling.
Ana’s growth as a character is also well-done, and readers will enjoy seeing her come into her own. One of the book’s biggest strengths is its pacing.
The story moves quickly, and there is never a dull moment. The action scenes are well-written, and the tension is palpable.
However, there are some weaknesses that should be addressed. Some of the secondary characters are underdeveloped, and their motivations are unclear.
Additionally, some of the twists and turns in the plot are predictable. Overall,Heart of Iron is a fun and entertaining read that will delight fans of science-fiction and romance.
While it is not a perfect book, the strengths outweigh the weaknesses. Readers who enjoy coming-of-age stories, epic space battles, and swoon-worthy romances should definitely give this book a try.
Rating: 4/5
