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Iron Flame

by Rebecca Yarros

4.0 out of 5, from 2,465 ratings from Hardcover readers

The second year at a brutal dragon-rider war college begins with new rules, secrets and an enemy within the ranks. The heroine must stay alive while uncovering what her leaders have hidden, with far more at stake than a graduation.

Facts last checked 2026-10-16

First published
2023
Pace
Fast
Length
Long
Pages
623
Format
Book 2 of 3 in The Empyrean
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Read this if you loved the first book and want more dragons, danger and a longer, more twisted plot.

Skip this if you haven't read Fourth Wing, as this picks up directly and spoils much of it.

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Content warnings

  • Violence
  • Death
  • Torture
  • Sexual content
  • War

Also reported by Hardcover readers:

  • Grief
  • Murder
  • Death of parent
  • Injury/Injury detail
  • Blood
  • Fire/Fire injury

Quick answers about Iron Flame

What is Iron Flame about?
The second year at a brutal dragon-rider war college begins with new rules, secrets and an enemy within the ranks. The heroine must stay alive while uncovering what her leaders have hidden, with far more at stake than a graduation.
Who should read Iron Flame?
Read it if you loved the first book and want more dragons, danger and a longer, more twisted plot. Skip it if you haven't read Fourth Wing, as this picks up directly and spoils much of it.
How long and how fast is Iron Flame?
It is a fast-paced, long read of about 623 pages, first published in 2023.
Does Iron Flame have content warnings?
Content we flag: Violence, Death, Torture, Sexual content, War.
Can I borrow Iron Flame for free?
Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends Iron Flame; the borrow button above searches it for you.
What should I read after Iron Flame?
Readers who liked it often move on to Fourth Wing, Onyx Storm, Eragon.

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