Title: Switched (Trylle, #1)Author: Amanda Hocking
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Release: January 3, 2012
Source: Publisher & Fiktshun
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When Wendy Everly was six years old, her mother was convinced she was a monster and tried to kill her. Eleven years later, Wendy discovers her mother might have been right. She’s not the person she’s always believed herself to be, and her whole life begins to unravel—all because of Finn Holmes. Finn is a mysterious guy who always seems to be watching her. Every encounter leaves her deeply shaken…though it has more to do with her fierce attraction to him than she’d ever admit. But it isn’t long before he reveals the truth: Wendy is a changeling who was switched at birth—and he’s come to take her home. Now Wendy’s about to journey to a magical world she never knew existed, one that’s both beautiful and frightening. And where she must leave her old life behind to discover who she’s meant to become.By now, practically everyone knows Amanda Hocking’s story. Self-published wonder turned multi-millionaire, now with multiple book deals. Before all of the hoopla, I read a little book called Switched. Even before all of the fame, I loved this book. So, of course, when it was re-released, I absolutely had to read it again. And let me tell you, I loved it even more this time around!
Switched is
extremely readable and entertaining. Both times I’ve read it, I’ve gotten
pulled into the story immediately, and my eyes are glued to the pages until the
book is done. The Trylle society is original and intricate, and I loved reading
about the complexities of it, and how Wendy fits into all of it.
Amanda Hocking has a smooth, exciting writing style. I’ve
never read something by her I haven’t enjoyed immensely, even her blog posts! Her
ability to create something so fun, yet thrilling in its own way is unique. I
cannot wait to see where she goes in life, because I’m sure that her recent
surge in popularity is not temporary.
Wendy is a strong-willed girl, and reading Switched from her perspective was a joy.
She is in a tough position, but she doesn’t budge when it comes to what she
believes in, and I appreciate that. The other characters are completely enjoyable,
and I loved them, and their interactions with each other.
The Princess Diaries
meets Tithe in Switched, the highly imaginative, immensely enjoyable novel from Amanda
Hocking, an up-and-coming talent. I have nothing but love for Switched, and cannot wait to continue
the story with Torn.
I wonder what you think about the new story, or the extra editing that has gone into this book? I can't say that the Trylle series blew me away. I thought Wendy was a great character, much stronger than most you see out there, and it was a cool concept with the trolls...but the writing just didn't catch me as much. Still, I'm curious to see if some of the rough patches I noticed in the self-published version have been smoothed out here.
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I first heard about Amanda's books because of you. I need to read Switched. I've seen reviews like yours where people were completely taken by the book, but then I've seen "meh" reviews as well. I'm curious, and it's about a changeling so it sounds like something that would be right up my alley. It's encouraging to see that you enjoyed the book even more the second time around. Great review! :)
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I have had this book forever and still not read it. I'm pathetic. LOL.
ReplyDeleteOMG!! I loved it too! Really enjoyed all 3 books but i wasn't that fond of the ending in Ascend :( I've done a review as well - http://www.paranormalfantasyaddict.blogspot.com/2012/02/interview-with-rebecca-hamilton-author.html
ReplyDeleteI am so in love with the Trylle trilogy right now. Switched and Torn were both brilliant reads and I can't wait for Ascend - although I don't want it to end!
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