In this short scene we learn that there are forest fires all around because of the drought and Natalia has been in a fire before leaving her leg quite scarred, so you can imagine their surprise and horror when the trial they need to go through in order to get home is consumed by fire. We are then introduced to Natalia and Wyatt, co-workers and friends as Wyatt has convinced Natalia to come hiking with him. This opening was gripping and very interesting as it seems like this novel is going to take place over a very short amount of time. where a young man called Jason seems to be disposing of a getaway vehicle by setting it on fire although it doesn’t go to plan as he quickly manages to start a forest fire. The opening of Playing with Fire starts at 6:22 P.M. The previous years’ lists are available on The Hub.Review: I haven’t read anything by April Henry before but I have heard her name in the thriller community a few times and the synopsis of Playing with Fire was intriguing and I couldn’t wait to get stuck in.

At year’s end, the team will curate a final list from all nominated titles and select a Top Ten. Additional titles to receive this designation are listed as well. Once a book is suggested (either internally or through the Title suggestion form), it must pass through a review process to be designated an official nomination.Įach week, the teams feature a review of one of the officially nominated titles. The Selected Lists teams read throughout the year in search of the best titles published in their respective categories. Home is Not a Country by Safia Elhillo (March 21, 2021).–Jayna Ramsey, Lakewood, CO Other Nominated Titles Other books the reader might enjoy are Aftershocks by Marisa Reichardt and I am Still Alive by Kate Alice Marshall, both of which also feature survival situations and a lot of action. Wild franchise would be a great match for this book.

Including Natalia’s backstory adds depth to the story and gives the reader more insight into why the stakes are higher for her when trying to outrun the fast-moving wildfire.įans of reality television such as Survivor and Bear Grylls’s Man vs. Teens will enjoy the quick hook, diverse set of characters, and fast-paced plot progression. Playing with Fire starts off with a bang, literally, and the action doesn’t stop until the very end. This is not what Natalia had in mind for her and Wyatt’s first date. During this treacherous journey, the group must use their survival skills to help each other as they encounter wild animals, injuries, and very rough terrain. When a fast-moving wildfire traps Natalia, Wyatt, and a group of other hikers, they must do whatever it takes to make it out alive, which means hiking farther into the forest and potential danger.

Playing with fire by april henry