Stolen Songbird (The Malediction Trilogy, #1) in Danielle L. Jensen's Reader Group

Sep 27, 2014 Sophie rated it it was amazing

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This book.
Oh man.
I finished this book yesterday and no matter what I simply CAN'T stop thinking about it.
Literally my heart still aches just thinking about all of the characters.

This book is just... lovely. One of the loveliest stories I've read in a long, long time.
It's rich with character depth, intriguing plot lines, gripping action, seriously swoon-worthy romance, dark themes, and even some real laugh-out-loud moments.

I found this book to be flawless and I am in awe of how Danielle L. ...more

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Sep 07, 2014 barbara rated it it was amazing

THIS WAS THE BEST BOOK I'VE READ THIS YEAR SO FAR I AM NOT OKAY

ACTUAL RATING 6/5 STARS LOL I CAN'T EVEN THINK STRAIGHT WHAT IS A BRAIN

REVIEW HERE: http://banosaur.blogspot.pt/2015/03/s... ...more

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Dec 13, 2014 Cee (The Mistress Case) rated it it was amazing

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I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Stolen Songbird.

Who would’ve thought in a million years that I would fall in love with a troll?

I’m certain Cecile didn’t expect it either. Kidnapped and thrust into a marriage and "bond" to a troll prince, Cecile is a prisoner more than a princess in Trollus. She is the trolls’ only hope to be set free from a witch’s curse, which bounds them to their homes underneath the mountain. With strength from her new friends and strength from within herself, she’ll discover what it rea ...more

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Apr 28, 2018 Monse rated it it was amazing

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"—Ser vinculado es una carga, pero son las acciones que hacemos libremente las que nos causan más dolor"
4.7 El inicio fue algo lento, pero después de que los protagonistas se conocen simplemente no pude soltar el libro y ni un día me duró. Esta es la primera saga de Danielle y vaya que creó una fantasía bastante buena en cuanto a la trama. Amé la forma lenta en que la relación de Cécile & Tristan se va creando (me recordaron a Jessamin & Finn de Illusions of Fate, una de mis parejas favorita ...more

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Apr 09, 2015 Christa rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

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On sale for $0.99 or free on kindle unlimited.

“Beauty can be created, knowledge learned, but talent can neither be purchased nor taught.”

Cécile is an aspiring opera singer who is stolen away by the king of the trolls to fulfill a prophecy to free them. She is placed in a loveless marriage to Tristian, the crown prince, who intends to use her as a pawn. But Cécile is no pawn and is determined to win her freedom on her terms.

This is a great completed series filled with magic, mystery, and romanc ...more

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Nov 28, 2014 yun with books rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

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*5 stars* is worth it.
Why? Because when I'm reading Stolen Songbirdit feels like I'm entering Europe in the 16-17th century. I know, it didn't tell about Europe history at all. But the setting, the characters it's like you read the circumstances, politics, and intrigue at French Autocracy in Middle Century.

Stolen Songbird is story about Cécile de Troyes, a-young-pretty girl who has a beautiful voice from the Hollow village kidnapped by Luc whom sell her to the troll in Trollus (live under the Fo ...more

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Oct 16, 2014 Meg Mc rated it really liked it

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When I started this book, I wasn't entirely sure if I would like it. Perhaps I have some preconceived notions about trolls and was prepared to not like any of them.

I was pleasantly surprised, and drawn straight into this book. The characterization was tremendous, and Jensen does an excellent job with showing the reader rather than telling. I could picture each character and setting perfectly in my mind.

This book kept me interested throughout its entirety. I loved Tristan and his sarcastic self ...more

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May 06, 2015 ShinHyunRin 신현린 rated it really liked it · review of another edition

oh ya ampun, aku nggak nyangka bakal suka sama novel ini.
sebenernya udah lama juga liat bukunya. cuman gara-gara judulnya, dikira sejenis sama buku yang temanya berat kayak the girl who kicked the hornet nest gitu...
tapi enggak dong~ ini tema favorit banget. fantasi romance. yeay...!!!
*melambaikan banner fans Tristan*

terima kasih kepada Wardahtuljannah yang udah menjadikan aku pemenang di giveaway blognya :) terharu deh karena berkhayal jadi bisa mendapatkan buku ini. nggak menyesal sama sekali ...more

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Aug 06, 2015 Shreya Atmakuri rated it it was amazing

This review is long overdue. I rate this book 4.5 out of 5 stars and here's why. I needed to re-read this book before posting my review because I felt like a short perusal would do no justice to this particular novel. The intricacies and thought put into the plot and development deserved a second look, which I was able to spare through a read-along with the book's author, Danielle Jensen. So when it come to the story itself, the book is a winner. Sure most of us have read countless renderings of This review is long overdue. I rate this book 4.5 out of 5 stars and here's why. I needed to re-read this book before posting my review because I felt like a short perusal would do no justice to this particular novel. The intricacies and thought put into the plot and development deserved a second look, which I was able to spare through a read-along with the book's author, Danielle Jensen. So when it come to the story itself, the book is a winner. Sure most of us have read countless renderings of the classic damsel in distress saved by the strong otherworldly hunk, but this particular 'rendition' strays off that path quite a bit. To begin with, Cecile, our female lead, is kidnapped and essentially sold to the trolls to fulfill a prophecy linked to their freedom. However, this girl is no damsel in distress. Sure she has the basic reaction of fear and a need to return home like any other normal person would, but she never once just sits around and accepts her fate. One thing that becomes quickly established is that Cecile is a loyal and passionate fighter, who also has common sense. One of my favorite elements was that she never simply went with anything without coming to her own conclusions and resolutions first. Then we move on to our male lead, Tristan. In an attempt to keep his character under wraps (because there is no element I can give away without absolutely ruining the reader's opportunity to discover him fully) I will choose to be brief. Tristan may resemble most YA male protagonists, but what goes on in his mind is enough to make one want to both hit him with a brick while hugging the life out of him. He's just one of those people who has good intentions, but doesn't always succeed in executing them. Aside from these two, most of the other characters were developed beautifully throughout the book. The development also stretches across this book and the next (I will post my thoughts on that book soon), bringing about a very lively and real world. Speaking of world-building, the descriptions of the settings and the vivid details of the places and people Cecile and Tristan encounter are simply phenomenal. The attention given to building the world of Trollus is especially noteworthy. I couldn't suppress the depression from the bleak settings of the said kingdom and the absolute lack of hope its people must be feeling. So, despite all these positives, why not a 5? Well if there's one thing that could be said about this book, it can be overwhelming if you are a fast reader. Little details that could escape you come back to haunt you later if you're not careful. Hence the reason I had to re-read the book. However, what did prove to be helpful was the read along the author had hosted. From fun facts to chapter summaries, the author gives useful insight to the book and is quick to answer questions as well. I highly recommend taking a look at it, for it's worth it!

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