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THE MALEDICTION BY DANIELLE L. JENSEN

15/9/2016

39 Comments

 
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Beneath the mountain, the king’s reign of tyranny is absolute; the one troll with the capacity to challenge him is imprisoned for treason. Cécile has escaped the darkness of Trollus, but she learns all too quickly that she is not beyond the reach of the king’s power. Or his manipulation.

Recovered from her injuries, she now lives with her mother in Trianon and graces the opera stage every night. But by day she searches for the witch who has eluded the trolls for five hundred years. Whether she succeeds or fails, the costs to those she cares about will be high.

To find Anushka, she must delve into magic that is both dark and deadly. But the witch is a clever creature. And Cécile might not just be the hunter. She might also be the hunted…


Hidden Huntress showed no hint of ‘middle book syndrome’ but rather proved to be an exquisite continuation to Stolen Songbird that was just as suspenseful and nerve-racking as the first. – Abooktopia
Hidden Huntress was mysteriously intriguing to read as one tried to unravel the stimulating questions that surrounded Tristan and Cécile. In this sequel there was so much more at stake and it felt as if all Cécile’s trials were undefeatable as she went off and escaped from Tollus to hunt for the witch that cursed the trolls to their confinement. No matter how hard and dark times got, Cécile still managed to push though, and never gave up in trying to find a way to be with Tristan again, a troll prince who was once destined to rule, but now lay captive within his own city. Without his protection or help, Cécile finds herself to be still within the grasp of the King.
 
One of the things I loved most about this sequel was that fact that we got to be in Tristan’s head so much more, and got the chance to read about his thoughts and feelings and the pain he went through. It allowed one to get a better grasp on his character and to understand every detail about him and how he wished to be a better troll, not only Cécile but also for everyone else in Trollus who looked to him. My heart honestly ached for Tristan and Cécile to be together as I desperately wished for their chemistry to appear on the pages before me as I treasured the romance between the two. Unfortunately the two were separated for more than half the book, fighting their own battles.
 
Danielle’s writing flowed beautiful and allowed for POVs to be easily distinguishable with a hint of fantasy vibe. The ending was glorious and filled with actions and much intrigue. It was cleverly plotted with layers of plot twists and complications.
***I received a copy of this book in return for an honest and unbiased review***
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Danielle L. Jensen is the USA Today bestselling author of the acclaimed Malediction Trilogy: Stolen Songbird, Hidden Huntress, and Warrior Witch (Angry Robot Books).

Danielle was born and raised in Calgary, Canada. At the insistence of the left side of her brain, she graduated in 2003 from the University of Calgary with a bachelor’s degree in finance. But the right side of her brain has ever been mutinous; and in 2010, it sent her back to school to complete an entirely impractical English literature degree at Mount Royal University and to pursue publication. Much to her satisfaction, the right side shows no sign of relinquishing its domination.


The Malediction Trilogy by Danielle L. Jensen:
BOOK 1: Stolen Songbird
BOOK 2: Hidden Huntress
BOOK 3: Warrior Witch
39 Comments
Arabella
31/8/2016 01:19:54 pm

So glad that it doesn't have second book syndrome!!

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Abooktopia link
31/8/2016 02:13:51 pm

It's as common for books to suffer this, as movies. Okay... Perhaps movies are a lot more worse when it comes to the Middle/Second Syndrome

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Arabella
1/9/2016 10:09:01 pm

The only movie that didn't suffer from that, that was also a book-movie adaption was The Scorch Trials.

Abooktopia link
3/9/2016 02:08:10 pm

Now that was a movie that I was happy about. (probably because I forgot half of the things that happened in the novel when I watched it) And that I had kept it separate from the books.

Arabella
4/9/2016 06:55:35 pm

HAHAHA dw same here. My memory gets a bit hazy when I read multiple books at the same time. Ooops... #sorrynotsorry

Abooktopia link
5/9/2016 11:59:58 am

Don't worry, as does mine. I swear I don't remember more than half of the things that happen in some novels, let alone remember most of the characters such as the side ones.

Arabella
5/9/2016 02:07:12 pm

The perks of being an avid reader

Irena
31/8/2016 01:48:28 pm

Irena Stolen Songbird was an enjoyable read :D

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Elena Zawilsk
31/8/2016 02:22:01 pm

I like the author's hair.

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Elena Zawilsk
31/8/2016 02:22:56 pm

Sry that was so random

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Elena Zawilsk
31/8/2016 02:31:53 pm

But yea this seems like a worthy read that'll be good :D

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Abooktopia link
31/8/2016 07:35:31 pm

Random things keep things interesting after all

Jenna Ribchesterson
31/8/2016 02:37:25 pm

YES! This is a great book. Could not suggest it anymore

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Abooktopia link
5/9/2016 11:09:32 am

It truly is quite a great book

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Margara
31/8/2016 02:43:09 pm

I remember being afraid to finish this because I could not bear the long wait for the third book!

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Abooktopia link
31/8/2016 07:36:10 pm

Is the last installment everything you dreamed it to be?

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Margara
4/9/2016 06:57:36 pm

It was. I'm sure you'll enjoy it and be satisfied

Abooktopia link
5/9/2016 11:10:01 am

I'm sure I will too. Thank you!

UnicornBubblexx
31/8/2016 02:44:29 pm

How do you get so many people to comment on your posts?

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Abooktopia link
31/8/2016 02:53:06 pm

I send out a Newsletter of new book reviews that are up and all tweet about them on Twitter. Most of the comments I get are usually from the same reoccurring people, and the conversations that sometimes take place in the comments section. Also, I'm a poor sucker for replying to messages.

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Nicole Safak
31/8/2016 03:06:28 pm

Because we are fabulous and love making pointless comments to show our support and love of this blog ;) <3 <3

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Elena Zawilsk
31/8/2016 03:11:59 pm

Literally Me with pointless comments on the authors hair XD

Nicole Safak
31/8/2016 04:50:15 pm

Exactly my point 😂😂

UnicornBubblexx
31/8/2016 06:43:08 pm

It's so great to have followers behind you and help you with your journey in the book blogging industry

Abooktopia link
31/8/2016 07:36:57 pm

And this is why I love and appreciate my amazing followers because they make this blog and everything that I do possible, and keep my passion burning.

Tatiana May
31/8/2016 08:36:31 pm

Nicole you're usch a cuite

Tatiana May
31/8/2016 08:37:04 pm

OMG my spelling is on point there 👌🏻

Tatiana May
31/8/2016 08:36:08 pm

If you haven't read the third book yet, you're gonna enjoy it!!

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Abooktopia link
1/9/2016 08:21:24 am

I shall have to immediately diverse into the world as soon as my review copy arrives

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Tatiana May
3/9/2016 02:08:45 pm

Eeeep hope it comes sometime soon!

Abooktopia link
5/9/2016 11:10:35 am

Same here! :D

Ratchetray
31/8/2016 09:50:05 pm

When I saw that cover I was expecting a red court that was breaking apart and that there would be backstabbing servants. Not trolls and not a curse 😂 😂

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Abooktopia link
1/9/2016 08:27:34 am

I actually kinda love how the covers don't really reveal the story at first glance.

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Maddie
31/8/2016 11:13:50 pm

OMG THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SPELLING CÉCILE CORRECTLY WITH THE É ACCENTED

Like you have no idea how OCD I get with names being spelt wrong 😅 Imma terrible

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Abooktopia link
1/9/2016 08:28:45 am

You are terrible. Nah I kid. I totally understand the annoyance when a name can be spelt wrong as many do prefer there name to be spelt correctly. Or at least one would hope...

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Maddie
1/9/2016 02:09:58 pm

YAY! Somebody gets me! :))

BooksareLife
1/9/2016 10:10:33 pm

OMG fam I remember your blog, but I forgot about it at one stage and then couldn't recall the name, but I found you again!! I've subscribe to your newsletter <33

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Abooktopia link
3/9/2016 02:09:51 pm

I'm so glad you reunited with my blog! And thank you so much for subscribing. I greatly appreciate it <3

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BooksareLife
6/9/2016 05:57:50 pm

You are so welcome love <33 And I'm always up for supporting dedicated fellow book lovers ☺️




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