Ascend

The Trylle Trilogy, Book 3

By: Amanda Hocking

Narrated by: Therese Plummer

Length: 7 hrs and 59 mins

Publisher's summary

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 best-selling 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.

©2012 Amanda Hocking (P)2012 Audible, Inc.

Awesome end to the Trylle Trilogy! A+++

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Absolutely! I have already done so and they loved it too!

What other book might you compare Ascend to and why?

It is very difficult to compare this book/trilogy to another, because it's such an interesting spin on troll mythology. The 'coming of age' theme in this book/trilogy has definitely been done many times before, but it is still fresh for the paranormal fantasy genre. If I must compare it to another book/series, I would maybe compare it to the Iron Fey series. Both protagonists are coming of age and discover they are both mythological creatures AND royalty. Both characters are learning how to grow and mature into their birthright. Still, this book is very different from any other paranormal fantasy I have read and its uniqueness makes it stand out above the others.

What does Therese Plummer bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

She brings each character to life. I love her portrayal of Wendy and thought it was spot on. She also manages to pull off male voices quite well without sounding contrived. I absolutely adore her narration!

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Hmmmmm, I don't know. How about "Trolls who don't look like trolls." Ok, I know that was pretty terrible. lol. I probably shouldn't quit my day job. Ha!

Any additional comments?

This was such a great final book! My favorite of them all, actually. The characters really make this book/trilogy shine. I adore almost every single character and I thought that Amanda Hocking did a stellar job tying the story up. I was especially happy about Wendy and Finn's ending, since I can't stand his character. She and Loki are so awesome together and I was glad they got their "Happily Ever After." I was so moved by Wendy and her mother, Elora's, growing relationship. It was both beautiful and tragic. I really enjoyed every second of this trilogy and read/listened to them so quickly. Recently, I decided I would read/listen to them again and I loved it even more the second time around. I don't normally care for YA novels, but this is one exception and I'm glad I gave them a chance. I would give it 10 stars if I could. A+++!

Such a sweet story

I really love the dynamic of the characters it really is sweet with a good amount of action. I loved how everything was wrapped up with a bow. I think I’d love side stories of all the other relationships developing as well... although Loki and Wendy are my favorites.

Loved the ending

This was a great ending to the Trylle Trilogy. Everything was all wrapped up with a bow on top. Even though I thought the series started off weak, it ended strong and overall I really enjoyed it. If you love HEA endings this is the series for you.

Surprisingly good

Not what I would have inspected, but surprisingly good. Starts off slow. Maintains a steady pace. Funny and unusual.

Amazing narrator

Very talented narrator. Definitely sad this series is over. Well written and well performed and I couldn't stop listening.

Standard YA Novel But Subpar Production

Audio around ch. 14 is finicky, the beginning of sentences start off inaudible beforebecomingnormal again.

Favorite

Love the series! And the narrator perfect! I plan on reading/listening to all of Amanda’s books!

Amazing!

This is one of my favorite series'! Bought the hard copies several years ago & just had the get the audio version. Perfect amount of love, suspense, fantasy, & magic!!!

Excellent Conclusion to Trilogy!

This is an excellent conclusion to an interesting trilogy. I would definitely listen to this audiobook again one day, as I really enjoyed these characters. It didn't end quite the way I hoped, to be honest, but it was still a satisfying conclusion in most ways.

Ascend

Good series, good narration. Enjoyed listening but it finished to fast. Can't wait for her next book.