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Dies the Fire

S.M. Stirling
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Dies the Fire

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005

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S.M. Stirling

Dies the Fire

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

573

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Pacific Northwest • Alternate Timeline

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Dies the Fire by S.M. Stirling follows individuals adapting to a world where technology ceases to function. Society collapses as people face survival challenges and form new communities. The story explores themes of resilience, leadership, and human ingenuity in a radically transformed environment. First in the Emberverse series, it traces the convergence of diverse characters navigating this post-apocalyptic landscape.

Adventurous

Suspenseful

Dark

Gritty

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.2

19,858 ratings

73%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Dies the Fire by S.M. Stirling is praised for its imaginative premise and detailed world-building. Readers appreciate the exploration of survival and society’s collapse. However, some criticize the pacing and character development, noting a lack of depth. Overall, fans of alternate history may find it an intriguing read despite some narrative shortcomings.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Dies the Fire?

Fans of alternate history and post-apocalyptic fiction will enjoy Dies the Fire by S.M. Stirling. Readers who liked The Road by Cormac McCarthy or The Stand by Stephen King for their explorations of societal collapse and survival will find this novel captivating.

4.2

19,858 ratings

73%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

573

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Pacific Northwest • Alternate Timeline

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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