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Reviewed by Alissa Deann for Readers' Favorite
Firelight by Geoffrey Saemann is an action-packed thriller that shows a world destroyed by a nuclear holocaust caused by a Russian retaliatory strike. There is chaos, riots, and clashes between the military and citizens who are struggling to stay alive as the society falls apart. A mysterious evil force called the Puppeteer is manipulating people by using their deepest fears and traumas to haunt them. People find themselves doing terrible things under the influence of the Puppeteer, which is causing more chaos and further destroying the world. After several tragic events, Jody, a young woman with special abilities, decides to stand up against this evil entity. They learn that to defeat the Puppeteer, they have to go into Jody's childhood home in Mauvilla, Alabama, and confront him to save what is left of humanity.
Firelight is indeed a very thoughtful and engaging novel. The idea of a Puppeteer who weaponizes people's worst memories and fears to cause chaos gave the book creepy vibes. It is a way of showing us how our inner pain can cause destruction if we don't face it. The author did a great job of creating fear, tension, and a feeling of hopelessness in this book, particularly when the Puppeteer started to isolate and corrupt characters like Dylan, Leo, and David. Firelight is fast-paced with many characters and a diverse setting. It covers themes of trauma, resilience, unity, and hope, and shows that even in great darkness, humanity stands a chance of survival if they are united. I recommend Firelight by Geoffrey Saemann to readers who enjoy action-packed novels with a focus on psychological themes and apocalyptic settings. Trauma is a reality that cannot be escaped, but it does not have to define us.
