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Ascend: A Trylle Novel

by Amanda Hocking
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Overview

Amanda Hocking is an indie publishing sensation whose self-published novels have sold millions of copies all over the world.  Ascend is the final chapter in her bestselling Trylle trilogy—and you’ll never guess how it ends!

Wendy Everly is facing an impossible choice. The only way to save the Trylle from their deadliest enemy is by sacrificing herself.  If she doesn’t surrender to the Vittra, her people will be thrust into a brutal war against an unbeatable foe.  But how can Wendy leave all her friends behind…even if it’s the only way to save them?

The stakes have never been higher, because her kingdom isn’t the only thing she stands to lose. After falling for both Finn and Loki, she’s about to make the ultimate choice…who to love forever. One guy has finally proven to be the love of her life—and now all their lives might be coming to an end. 

Everything has been leading to this moment.  The future of her entire world rests in her hands—if she’s ready to fight for it.

About the Author, Amanda Hocking

Amanda Hocking is the USA Today bestselling author of the Trylle trilogy and six additional self-published novels.  After selling over a million copies of her books, primarily in eBook format, she is widely considered the exemplar of self-publishing success in the digital age. 

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Editorials

From Barnes & Noble

This throbbing paranormal romance brings Amanda Hocking's Trylle Trilogy to a rousing conclusion. In this episode, Wendy's problems have achieved critical mass on several fronts. Not only is she soon to marry a man she doesn't love and ascend to an unsought throne; she seems destined to embark on warfare with her own father. Perhaps even worse, Loki's reappearance in Förening makes it impossible for her to escape her attraction to him. Ascend mercifully brings all tensions to a harmonious climax. (P.S. Previously, this word-of-mouth favorite was available only in digital versions.)

Brian Monahan

From the Publisher

 "This series has a bit of everything—magic, myth, action, romance…ah, the romance!  There is something so appealing about forbidden love, especially when it leads to a happily-ever-after.  I have to say, I love the way this ended.  Of course, I won’t give spoilers, but the ending was perfect." --Diary of A Bibliophile 

“Hocking is so talented in her ability to mold characters and have them grow, a rare talent many authors lack.  She has the ability to make the growth of these characters amazingly realistic.  Now, I won't give anything away but I will say READ them! They are amazing!” –The First 100 Pages

“I read these three books back-to-back-to-back. The story had me so engaged, that I could not put it down. I was reading in the car, at school, on my bed, at the dinner table, and in the media room. You could call it an obsession.” –Reading Vacation Reviews

Loved this book! One of the best final books I've ever read. I feel like the ending went a little fast but Im a sucker for a nice happy ending and I just plain LOVE this series!” –Library Thing

With each book, we have seen Wendy transition from a young girl to a strong heroine.  And with the romance, Hocking throws in a nice surprising twist that was refreshing, and which makes Ascend shine even brighter.  The Trylle Trilogy is recommended for all paranormal fans no matter what your age.” –Nocturne Romance Reads

A very fast read, I really enjoyed it and recommend it to anyone that likes romance, conflict, and the paranormal.” –Kathy’s Book Bag

Kirkus Reviews

Hocking (Torn, 2011, etc.) saves the best for last in the final installment of the Trylle trilogy. On the eve of her 18th birthday, Wendy is days away from marrying a man she doesn't love and becoming queen of Förening. She is also on the brink of war with her father, the evil king of the Vittra. Rest assured, the princess is up for the challenge--each and every one of them. The Wendy of this novel would barely be recognizable to the girl who first discovered she was the daughter of the king and queen of two feuding troll kingdoms. With her newfound confidence and control over her powers, Princess Wendy has come into her own. There is also strength in numbers, as Finn, her Tracker, her best friend Willa, her host brother Matt and Tove, her closeted but loyal husband-to-be, stand ready and able to fight by her side. If only she had such command over her own heart. Wendy's love life continues to be a hot, juicy mess as Loki seeks asylum in Förening and forces Wendy to acknowledge her feelings for him. The push and pull of their undeniable attraction, complicated by the presence of both her husband and her former lover, makes their burgeoning love story all the more delicious. Hocking sure knows how to bring it. (Paranormal romance. 14 & up)

Book Details

Published
April 24, 2012
Publisher
St. Martin's Press
Pages
336
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9781250006332

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