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The Audition (Seraphina 0.5)
by
Rachel Hartman (Goodreads Author)
Exclusive prequel to Seraphina.
The Audition tells the story of Seraphina’s audition process with Master Viridius, to become the assistant music composer and Princess Glisselda’s music tutor.
Click on the link to read on Scribd:
The Audition
The Audition tells the story of Seraphina’s audition process with Master Viridius, to become the assistant music composer and Princess Glisselda’s music tutor.
Click on the link to read on Scribd:
The Audition
ebook, 17 pages
Published
June 19th 2012
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This is a short prequel focusing on Seraphina Dombegh's audition for the position of assistant music director at the castle.
If you are even considering readiing Seraphina, I highly recommend this first. I felt it was a great introduction to the characters, to the world, without all the build-up you see in "Seraphina" (which could very easily scare you away before you even get to the good stuff). But no worries for people who are already familiar with the world; I found the story different and in...more
If you are even considering readiing Seraphina, I highly recommend this first. I felt it was a great introduction to the characters, to the world, without all the build-up you see in "Seraphina" (which could very easily scare you away before you even get to the good stuff). But no worries for people who are already familiar with the world; I found the story different and in...more
A small prequel about the Audition of Seraphina to get the job as the princess's personal music teacher. It is a cute reminder of why I loved Seraphina so much. Rachel Hartman managed to filled even these few pages with humour and intelligence.
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Kann EIN Mädchen ZWEI Welten vereinen?Die spannende Vorgeschichte zu dem New York-Times Bestseller »Serafina - Das Königreich der Drachen« von Rachel Hartman als Exklusivkapitel. Darin erfahren die Leser wie die mutige und kluge Serafina ihren Platz als Mitglied der Hofmusiker und Vertraute der jungen Prinzessin Glisselda erringt. Ergänzt wird dieses kleine elektronische Geschenk durch eine spannende Leseprobe aus dem Roman selbst, die uns in Serafinas Welt entführt. Denn dort herrsch...more
Kann EIN Mädchen ZWEI Welten vereinen?Die spannende Vorgeschichte zu dem New York-Times Bestseller »Serafina - Das Königreich der Drachen« von Rachel Hartman als Exklusivkapitel. Darin erfahren die Leser wie die mutige und kluge Serafina ihren Platz als Mitglied der Hofmusiker und Vertraute der jungen Prinzessin Glisselda erringt. Ergänzt wird dieses kleine elektronische Geschenk durch eine spannende Leseprobe aus dem Roman selbst, die uns in Serafinas Welt entführt. Denn dort herrsch...more
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This was such a cute little piece! It contained everything I fell in love with while reading SERAPHINA, and it was such an unexpected teaser that it made me want to reread SERAPHINA as soon as possible.
For those who loved the first book in this series, you will love THE AUDITION. Seraphina and Orma's interactions held more meaning to me after learning about the two in the novel. I found it humorous, to boot.
For those who were not too crazy about SERAPHINA, I am unsure if this short story will a...more
For those who loved the first book in this series, you will love THE AUDITION. Seraphina and Orma's interactions held more meaning to me after learning about the two in the novel. I found it humorous, to boot.
For those who were not too crazy about SERAPHINA, I am unsure if this short story will a...more
"The Audition" is a 17 page novella prequel to "Seraphina" about the brief scene in which Seraphina had to go through to become the assistant music composer and Princess Glisselda's music tutor.
The story started with Seraphina and Orma who was on the way to the castle for the final audition with the court's composer and the princess. Seraphina was nervous after Orma had predicted that she had 12% chance to succeed even after a grueling pre-audition and it does nothing but annoy her. When Orma di...more
The story started with Seraphina and Orma who was on the way to the castle for the final audition with the court's composer and the princess. Seraphina was nervous after Orma had predicted that she had 12% chance to succeed even after a grueling pre-audition and it does nothing but annoy her. When Orma di...more
I LOVE IT. I LOVE IT. I LOVE IT.
I don't like giving 5 stars to novellas mostly because they always leave me feeling unsatisfied, whether it's because they end in cliffhangers, aren't in any way related to the current plot of the series or because the author squeezed in insta-love just to make the story more compelling.
This one is different. No cliffhangers, no insta-love (except between me and this story) and it gives us a look at how Phina landed that prestigious job.
I can't help but love Glis...more
I don't like giving 5 stars to novellas mostly because they always leave me feeling unsatisfied, whether it's because they end in cliffhangers, aren't in any way related to the current plot of the series or because the author squeezed in insta-love just to make the story more compelling.
This one is different. No cliffhangers, no insta-love (except between me and this story) and it gives us a look at how Phina landed that prestigious job.
I can't help but love Glis...more
I first found out about this mini prequel to Seraphina while looking for recommendations on Goodreads, trying to find out more about Seraphina. I thought that this would be a good introductions to what her book would be like.
In this story, we are introduced to Seraphina Dombegh, who is auditioning to be the Princess's new music teacher. I really liked Seraphina's character, she is relatable and though there isn't much we know about her, I'm sure that readers will learn more about her in Seraphi...more
In this story, we are introduced to Seraphina Dombegh, who is auditioning to be the Princess's new music teacher. I really liked Seraphina's character, she is relatable and though there isn't much we know about her, I'm sure that readers will learn more about her in Seraphi...more
TRAMA: Regno di Goredd, oggi. Dopo una sanguinosa guerra durata quarant’anni, uomini e draghi tentano di dimenticare gli antichi rancori e convivere pacificamente. In realtà gli uomini non riescono ancora a fidarsi dei vecchi nemici e guardano con sospetto i draghi che, sotto sembianze umane, frequentano la corte e l’università. Per questo, ogni unione tra le due specie continua a essere severamente vietata. Seraphina – nata dall’amore illecito tra un uomo e un drago con sembianze femminili – è...more
For a short prequel you actually get a really nice story, that'll certainly appeal to anybody who likes this series.
For me it reminded me why Seraphina didn't work for me all that much. I love music, but I'm not very interested in philosophizing about it - something Seraphina does a lot.
I also feel that Seraphina sometimes is way too wise for her age. Maybe I underestimate 16-year-olds, but when Seraphina teaches Glisselda, I often had the impression of hearing the author talking with the knowle...more
For me it reminded me why Seraphina didn't work for me all that much. I love music, but I'm not very interested in philosophizing about it - something Seraphina does a lot.
I also feel that Seraphina sometimes is way too wise for her age. Maybe I underestimate 16-year-olds, but when Seraphina teaches Glisselda, I often had the impression of hearing the author talking with the knowle...more
The perfect addition to Seraphina - although some of the background proved unnecessary, as we are introduced to Orma's dragonhood, for example, in depth later. However, much of the interactions provide a colorful backstory - leaving out Prince Lucian Kiggs completely, this short story focuses on Seraphina, her views of music, Orma's statistical, math-professor mind, and, most humorously, the war between Princess Glisselda and Court Composer Viridius.
While I laughed at the line in Seraphina wher...more
While I laughed at the line in Seraphina wher...more
I love that they added a snippet of whats to come in this tale. I do love Orma and his odd dragon ways. I can't wait to read more of him and Seraphina! And lets not forget the ever troubling Princess as well. Oh, I wish I didn't read that snippet now. I want to see what else will transfer after the auditions!
Besides the amazing characters, that I already love, the whole writing style is amazing. It is light, not overly too detailed, and quite spunky. It's odd, well not really, that I get a disti...more
Besides the amazing characters, that I already love, the whole writing style is amazing. It is light, not overly too detailed, and quite spunky. It's odd, well not really, that I get a disti...more
Jun 25, 2012
Jillian -always aspiring-
rated it
5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
Anyone interested in reading Seraphina
Shelves:
2012-reads,
prequels
Oh my goodness, I'd forgotten how much fun it is to read about Seraphina, her dragon-tutor Orma, and plucky Princess Glisselda. "The Audition" really gives a great showcase of a few of the characters who appear in the full-length novel Seraphina, and this short story made me smile throughout because I love these characters and their world.
For anyone interested in reading Seraphina or even those unsure of trying it come its July 10th release date, please give this short story a read and see how...more
For anyone interested in reading Seraphina or even those unsure of trying it come its July 10th release date, please give this short story a read and see how...more
Oh, this is the perfect complement to SERAPHINA! Everything that I loved about Rachel Hartman's novel is here: Seraphina's spiritedness and intelligence, Glisselda's ineffable energy, the smattering of perfectly executed humor that charms you and draws you into the story. Those who haven't read SERAPHINA yet may consider reading "The Audition" to get an idea of Rachel Hartman's talented writing, while those who've already read and loved SERAPHINA will squeal over this opportunity for just a litt...more
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Fantastic little piece that I wish I had read before starting Seraphina. It may be short, but it provides foundational character development for Seraphina, Orma, Viridius and Princess Glisselda. I love Seraphina's approach to problems, her dry humor. I loved seeing how she and Orma interact, and what their relationship looks like on a normal day. I love Glisselda's spunk and stubborness, and Viridius's gruff nature and the way he speaks without a filter. And I love Rachel Hartman's beautiful, de...more
This was an adorable prequel to Seraphina and revealed how she went from being just plain Seraphina Dombaugh to Maid Dombaugh the music apprentice despite being so young, unqualified, and female.
It also revealed a little bit more of Orma and the Princess's respective personalities which I really enjoyed as they are both great secondary characters.
Basically this is just a cute, fluffy, little side read that you should definitely take the 15 minutes to enjoy if you loved Seraphina!
It also revealed a little bit more of Orma and the Princess's respective personalities which I really enjoyed as they are both great secondary characters.
Basically this is just a cute, fluffy, little side read that you should definitely take the 15 minutes to enjoy if you loved Seraphina!
I really enjoyed Seraphina so I couldn't wait to read the free prequel short story that was recently posted on Scribd.
For those who have already read Seraphina you'll enjoy seeing this glimpse of how Seraphina came to end up working at the palace as an assistant to the court composer. For those who are new to the world Rachel Hartman has created this is a brief but fun introduction to some (but not all) of the main characters from the novel. Meet our heroine Seraphina, her music teacher Orma and...more
For those who have already read Seraphina you'll enjoy seeing this glimpse of how Seraphina came to end up working at the palace as an assistant to the court composer. For those who are new to the world Rachel Hartman has created this is a brief but fun introduction to some (but not all) of the main characters from the novel. Meet our heroine Seraphina, her music teacher Orma and...more
So I've just been hearing about Seraphina the last few days. And, today, I saw Edna add this to her shelves and, well, free prequel to a book I want to know more about it? AWESOME.
Anyway, I really loved it. Short stories are hard to rate, but I thought it was a great story in itself, I got a great sense sense of the characters and its left me eager to read the book, so FIVE STARS IT IS.
Also, it's a complete story in itself, which is something I really appreciate. If you want to read it, it's rig...more
Anyway, I really loved it. Short stories are hard to rate, but I thought it was a great story in itself, I got a great sense sense of the characters and its left me eager to read the book, so FIVE STARS IT IS.
Also, it's a complete story in itself, which is something I really appreciate. If you want to read it, it's rig...more
THAT WAS TOOOO CUTEEEEEEE <3 <3
I know its a prequel to Seraphina but i doubt you are actually supposed to read it before. By reading after (in fact RIGHT after) Seraphina i can better understand just how adorable The Audition is.
Anyways. I sweat the more i read Hartman's novels, the more in love with Orma i become. He is such a dragon, and yet so caring of Seraphina. It is entirely too much cuteness for me.
I wish there was more of Seraphina teaching music, but then again, those bri...more
I know its a prequel to Seraphina but i doubt you are actually supposed to read it before. By reading after (in fact RIGHT after) Seraphina i can better understand just how adorable The Audition is.
Anyways. I sweat the more i read Hartman's novels, the more in love with Orma i become. He is such a dragon, and yet so caring of Seraphina. It is entirely too much cuteness for me.
I wish there was more of Seraphina teaching music, but then again, those bri...more
I didn't like this as well as Seraphina , which is, of course, incredibly typical of me. I liked the return to our main character's voice at the beginning of the actual novel, and the glimpse into her relationship with Orma prior to all the hoopla of that book. However, I felt that Glisselda was oddly out-of-character. Maybe it was because Seraphina knew her in the novel, but I never would expect the princess to call someone at court an oaf. Normally, I wouldn't let this bother me, but this sto...more
When I saw
in my Recommendations I thought: “This is with dragons, maybe I should give it a try.”
I was really pleased to acknowledge there was a prequel available on eBook for free and it was very interesting.
Music, dragons, a witty princess, a cranky old maestro and a character that has enough cleverness to develop.
So now that I read the free prequel, I want to read the book.
in my Recommendations I thought: “This is with dragons, maybe I should give it a try.”I was really pleased to acknowledge there was a prequel available on eBook for free and it was very interesting.
Music, dragons, a witty princess, a cranky old maestro and a character that has enough cleverness to develop.
So now that I read the free prequel, I want to read the book.
I was lucky enough to read a draft of "The Audition" when Rachel Hartman was wrangling it into shape. It was wonderful even then; I forgot, really, that I was reading it to help her, and instead felt myself get very quickly enveloped into Seraphina's story, the strong characters, and the completely enchanting world. I was probably too starry-eyed to be really helpful--charmed by Rachel's prose. I might not be the best beta reader for Rachel in situations like these, but I am very happy to be a f...more
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As I've come to expect from Hartman, this was beautifully written. I really love Orma and I really enjoy Seraphina's voice. Glissenda (don't know why I keep calling her Gloriana in my head, probably because of Spencer's The Faerie Quenne), but anyway, that particular character is slightly annoying. I absolutely love her independence, her cleverness and her strong will to lead, but does she have to be so immature? All in all, a very enjoyable short story.
3.5 stars
3.5 stars
A cute novella chronicling Seraphina's audition to become Princess Glisselda's music tutor, highlighting Seraphina's sense of humour and unique way of handling weird situations, Gisselda's wily and strong-headed nature and Orma's distance. Although dragons do not feature prominently, Rachel Hartman whets the appetite and gets readers excited about her wonderful new world.
I wish Prince Lucian Kiggs had a cameo, but we can't have it all *sigh*
I wish Prince Lucian Kiggs had a cameo, but we can't have it all *sigh*
If you can't wait for the Seraphina sequel or haven't yet decided whether you want to read it, this is a short story prequel that recounts how Seraphina came to be hired as the royal music master's assistant. It can be read free online by clicking the link on its GoodReads page. There are no dragons in this story, other than the secretly half-dragon Seraphina, but it's a partial introduction to the characters and world of the book.
A cute, short little prelude to Seraphina. This shows her first first encounter with Glissenda, and was entertaining and charming. After having read Seraphina, it was fun to go back and see how the relationship started, but it's simple enough to be read and enjoyed by anyone who wants a taste of Hartman's writing before diving into 450+ pages. This of course doesn't give justice to the more complex novel, but it's a good introduction.
Probably a bad idea since the release date is like an eternity away but what else can I read after being tempted so thoroughly?
UPDATE:
Well that was revealing. It sure help me decide if I should get a Hardcover copy or paperback. I do hate hardcovers. Too bulky, heavy and just a pain in bed readings but I sense great things for this novel so let's have the longer lasting copy that I can display and admire after.
UPDATE:
Well that was revealing. It sure help me decide if I should get a Hardcover copy or paperback. I do hate hardcovers. Too bulky, heavy and just a pain in bed readings but I sense great things for this novel so let's have the longer lasting copy that I can display and admire after.
Read this because I just reserved Seraphina. I'm always a little hesitant to read new YA writers, but I also will read anything that Tamora Pierce (my favorite author and the one who I measure all others against) recommends, and she highly recommended Seraphina. In just 17 pages, I have determined that I really like this author's writing style, and look forward to reading the main novel.
A short interlude before the events of Serphina, detailing how she got her job as assistant to Viridius, the court composer. It reads more like a missing chapter from Seraphina, explaining more about Viridius and Glisselda and their contentious relationship, which was hinted at but never shown. I still reccomend reading it after Seraphina because it spoils some of the surprises of the novel. It's beautifully written and unexpected, just like the novel it preludes.
And Princess Glisselda is the aw...more
And Princess Glisselda is the aw...more
Oh boy, just what, 19 pages of prequel and I'm already fascinated by the story. This short story throws you right in the middle of a wonderful world filled with good-looking and intelligent if misshievous princesses, new view on dragons and with a witty heroine who sometimes jumps to conclusions too fast but learns from her mistakes quickly.
I so must read Seraphina one day.
I so must read Seraphina one day.
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Rachel Hartman lives and writes in Vancouver, BC.
Her first YA fantasy novel, Seraphina, was published by Random House on July 10th, 2012. Here are some things that are already being said about Seraphina by some fabulous authors:
“A book worth hoarding, as glittering and silver-bright as dragon scales, with a heroine who insists on carving herself a place in your mind.” — Naomi Novik, New York Times...more
More about Rachel Hartman...
Her first YA fantasy novel, Seraphina, was published by Random House on July 10th, 2012. Here are some things that are already being said about Seraphina by some fabulous authors:
“A book worth hoarding, as glittering and silver-bright as dragon scales, with a heroine who insists on carving herself a place in your mind.” — Naomi Novik, New York Times...more
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