Switched

The Trylle Trilogy, Book 1

By: Amanda Hocking

Narrated by: Therese Plummer

Length: 8 hrs and 43 mins

Publisher's summary

Switched: the first book in the Trylle Trilogy.

When Wendy Everly was six-years-old, her mother was convinced she was a monster and tried to kill her. It isn't until 11 years later that Wendy discovers her mother might have been right. With the help of Finn Holmes, Wendy finds herself in a world she never knew existed - a world both beautiful and frightening, and Wendy's not sure she wants to be a part of it.

©2010 Amanda Hocking (P)2011 Audible, Inc.

Critic reviews

"Vampire and werewolf lovers beware; this trilogy opener offers readers a new take on an unexpected breed of mystical beings. Readers who can suspend preconceived notions and open themselves up to this new interpretation are in for a midwinter version of a good beach read." ( Kirkus Reviews)

"Wendy is a flawed antihero, which helps differentiate her from the throng of paranormal-romance heroines, and the potential for development, both dramatic and romantic, should make readers anxious for the next installment of the Trylle trilogy." ( Booklist)

Typical teen romance.

This is not one of those Young Adult titles that crosses over well for adult readers. Although it has paranormal characters, it's basically boils down to a flimsy romance and doesn't have much to really grab an adult reader's attention and hold it.

Great Read

If your looking for a great book this is it. It’s an amazing story line.

another great YA by Hocking

This was the type of book I've come to expect from Amanda Hocking. Interesting characters and plot, throw in a dash of teen angst and magic and voila, a great book. I nabbed the other 2 in the Audible sale so I'm definitely going to keep up with this series.

an unexpected journy

the phrase "Dont judge a book by its cover" has a very real meaning for this book. a suprising troll or "trill" story. this story seems to be touching on a very real problem in our society. uncover the adventure here.

great book ready for number 3!!

What did you like about this audiobook?

I usually dont listen to books twice. but i might when #3 comes out and listen to the story line all together.

How has the book increased your interest in the subject matter?

When she goes to find her brother matt. and when she kissed finn. rooting for those two.

Does the author present information in a way that is interesting and insightful, and if so, how does he achieve this?

She is an excellent reader, ALL authors should get her to read their books. She is amazing, one of the reasons I choose the book. It can be a great book but if you cant stand the reader it wont get listened to. You forget that there's ONE PERSON READING THE BOOK AND REALLY GET CAUGHT UP IN THE STORY, EVERYONE COMES TO LIFE WITH THERE OWN VOICE.

What did you find wrong about the narrator's performance?

Just made me smile and kept me guessing. Just when you think you have figured out the way things are going to play out , something else changes and you have to keep listening!! good thing i listen while doing house work or nothing would ever get done.

Do you have any additional comments?

Good story, great reader, bring on number #3 and keep the good books coming!!

Took me by surprise

I was not expecting much from this book, but ended up enjoying it. The series gets even better with the next book.

Switched Review

Pretty good book! Love Finn
The main character can be a tiny bit annoying
I wish the lady doing the voices didn't do the males... it was a little distracting and weird
but I'm definitely going to listen to the next book =)

Refreshingly different!

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

Absolutely, this is a paranormal book unlike any other I have read in some ways.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Switched?

UH, TROLLS? This is the first paranormal book with trolls in it I have read. At first I thought trolls, are you kidding me? But after listening to this I bought the next two books in the series. I loved it.

What about Therese Plummer’s performance did you like?

Everything. I thought she was really good.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes!

I like the performance, I don't recommend the book

Would you consider the audio edition of Switched to be better than the print version?

The performance of the story was excellent. Unfortunately, I did not like the book. I don't think it would have made a difference for me if I read the physical book or listening to it on audio.

I just don't get it. ...

What did you love best about Switched?

I didn't. It was odd yet sort of predictable. ..

How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable?

I wouldn't know where to begin!

What aspect of Therese Plummer’s performance would you have changed?

The performance was fine!

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

I hope no one would!

Any additional comments?

I have trouble giving books a bad rating because I know what goes into writing it. But this one is so far off.... I just don't see the 'why'!