Summary
Face the Fire is the third and final installment in the Three Sisters Island Trilogy by Nora Roberts. It is a romantic fiction novel that follows the story of Mia Devlin, a powerful witch who must confront her past and present enemies to save her island and the people she loves.
Book genre
Romantic fiction, fantasy, paranormal
Main topic of the book
The power of love, forgiveness, and the battle of good versus evil in a world of magic and witchcraft.
Key ideas
- The importance of facing one’s past and overcoming fears.
- The strength and power of familial and romantic love.
- The struggle between good and evil forces and the importance of standing up for what is right.
Main parts of the book and a short summary
- Part 1: Mia Devlin, a strong and independent witch, runs a successful bed and breakfast on Three Sisters Island. She is content with her life but is haunted by a dark past.
- Part 2: It is revealed that Mia’s ex-lover, Sam Logan, has returned to the island, stirring up painful memories and unwanted feelings. Meanwhile, a mysterious stranger, Nell Channing, also arrives on the island, unaware of her own magical powers.
- Part 3: As the evil force from Mia’s past returns to seek revenge, she must come to terms with her feelings for Sam and work together with Nell and the other sisters to protect the island from destruction.
- Part 4: With the help of their love and magic, Mia and Sam face off against their enemy in a final showdown, determined to save the island and each other.
Key takeaways
- The power of love and forgiveness can overcome even the darkest of pasts.
- Family and community support can provide the strength to face and defeat evil forces.
- Standing up for what is right with courage and determination can bring about positive change.
Author’s background and qualifications
Nora Roberts is a New York Times bestselling author with over 200 romance and fantasy novels to her name. She has won numerous awards for her writing, including the RWA Lifetime Achievement Award and the Romance Writers of America Lifetime Achievement Award. Roberts is known for her engaging storytelling and ability to infuse magic and romance into her novels.
Target audience
Fans of romantic fiction and fantasy lovers who enjoy a touch of magic in their stories.
Publisher and first publication date
Penguin Group and G.P. Putnam’s Sons published Face the Fire on April 1, 2002.