Torn

Trylle Trilogy, Book 2

By: Amanda Hocking

Narrated by: Therese Plummer

Length: 8 hrs and 57 mins

Publisher's summary

Amanda Hocking is an indie publishing sensation whose self-published novels have sold millions of copies all over the world. Step into the world of the Trylle, and prepare to be enchanted….

When Wendy Everly first discovers the truth about herself—that she's a changeling switched at birth—she knows her life will never be the same. Now she’s about to learn that there’s more to the story…. She shares a closer connection to her Vittra rivals than she ever imagined—and they’ll stop at nothing to lure her to their side. With the threat of war looming, her only hope of saving the Trylle is to marry a powerful royal. But that means walking away from Finn, her handsome bodyguard who’s strictly off limits… and Loki, a Vittra prince with whom she shares a growing attraction. Torn between her heart and her people, between love and duty, Wendy must decide her fate. If she makes the wrong choice, she could lose everything, and everybody, she’s ever wanted…in both worlds.

As a special gift to listeners, this book contains a new, never-before-published bonus story, “One Day, Three Ways,” set in the magical world of the Trylle.

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

Critic reviews

"Fans of the series will enjoy watching on as Wendy continues to wrestle with issues of belonging…and matters of the heart that will keep readers happily entertained. There is no denying that Hocking knows how to tell a good story and keep readers coming back for more. More is exactly what they will be looking for once they’ve turned the last page." ( Kirkus Reviews)

best books a ever read.

I am not much of a reader, but I love Amanda books.
I am originally from Honduras and it was hard for me to read in English at first, so I got the first book in Spanish. read it all, I loved it so much that I decided to read all the 3 books.

I was so fascinated by the trilogy that after my English got better, I got the books on English. then decided to get an audiobook. I have been reading her books for a few months already, & have knowest that my English it's getting way better.

I love this book and the way how Amanda introduce me with every detail, that I decided to read all her books if I can.


thank you, Amanda.

So glad I gave this a 2nd chance

This has been sitting in my library for well over a year and I finally decided to give it another try. I am so glad I did! This was so much better than the first book, which I thought was just ok. In this 2nd installment we get more background on the Trylle and the Vittra which made this book so much more interesting. I enjoyed it so much that I decided to immediately purchase and listen to the final book in the series as well. Thank goodness for second chances….

Must Read!

Would you listen to Torn again? Why?

These tree books are a must read. They are a great love story yet so much more. I will listen again to these books.

What did you like best about this story?

I love the adventure and the real estate to the caritors.

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

She brings so much to the books. She brings go the caritors to lfe.

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

The books should be put to film for sure.

Any additional comments?

Must get books!

great

love it ! best ever. I recommend this to all my friends. can wait for the next book! I tell my daughter and my grand kid's how much I love and appreciate the storyline is .

Fun

it was amazing iv been hooked on this seres I can't wait for 3 it was a little to short but I bet the next will be longer

love these books

What made the experience of listening to Torn the most enjoyable?

Love the different character voiceovers. It made you feel like you were really listening to the characters speak.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Torn?

The whole story left you wanting more.

Which scene was your favorite?

too many. The whole book was great. I usually just listen in my car but found myself bringing the audiobook in the house and listening to it while the baby was asleep.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Neither really. Just kept me on the edge of my seat.

Kidnapping and love triangle

In the space of a few weeks, Wendy’s life has been turned upside down. She’s discovered that the family she grew up with all her life were never really hers, and the one from which she comes has more secrets and politics than she can stand. To top it all off, she’s fallen in love with her tracker, Finn, who’s strictly off limits, and she’s already been in more than one battle with the Vittra, who are determined to kidnap her. Overwhelmed, Wendy flees to her one constant in life, her brother Matt.

Removed from the protection of her tribe, Wendy becomes easy pickings for the Vittra. But she soon discovers that there is more to the story than her queen mother has told her. And then there is Loki, her captor, the Vittra prince. He is nothing like she expects and Wendy finds herself drawn to him.

Will the Trylle be able to rescue Wendy from the hands of the Vittra? Will Wendy finally get to the bottom of this century long feud between the two tribes?

The magical world of the Trylle has captivated me. I love the powers, abilities, and even the messed up politics of this world that Hocking has created. The characters are believable, strong but with just the right amount of teenage vulnerability.

While I enjoyed this installment, I must admit to a little disappointment. Book one set up so much thrilling passion and conflict between Finn and Wendy, and I expected Hocking to take the stakes up in their forbidden relationship. Book 2, however, doesn't seem to move their conflict any further. Hocking focuses on the introduction and build up of a connection between Loki and Wendy. While I do find Loki’s character charming and funny, the link between him and Wendy doesn't seem quite as believable or exciting. There were also certain plot points that seemed out of place or out of character. The whole escape scene seems unlikely in the face of the Vittra’s efforts to kidnap Wendy.

Yet…I still admit to being curious and wanting to read more. What is the cause of this feud? What will happen to the queen? Will Wendy harness her power? Will the love triangle resolve itself and result in a happy ending, or will the character’s sense of duty force them into loveless, passionless decisions? I guess there’s only one way to find out!

the narrator really makes the story pop!

I cant stop! the entire series is very good and keeps me wanting more. the narrator also really makes it better for me

SOOOOO!!!! Much better!

This book was way better then the first one thank goodness!!! I can hardly wait to see what happens, such a love triangle !! This book has a much better lay out. Wendy is really in a crazy sport and all the people around her are dangling on edges as well. Ready for the last book!

Another great read.

Great book. Amazing narrator. Could not put it down. Can't wait for the next book.