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Troll Whispers
At the age of seventeen, Cordelia Connor's teenage life is not what it seems... By day, she attends high school and pretends to be normal. But by night, she and a select group of other teens, called the Knights, spend their time training and sparring. They are preparing to fight the most magically seductive and wicked creatures of all, the trolls.
Cordelia yearns for her classroom life to end so she can help hunt underground. But time seems to be going by ever so slowly, especially while she watches other high schoolers date and have fun. To Cordelia, non-knight boys are off limits. Something that's not a disappointment until the new kid, Daemon Banks, shows up.
Daemon is nothing like the knight boys or high school males she has known. He's taller, stronger, faster, and up to something in Cordelia's little beach side town. Because he's a normal human, whatever his motives are... they should be off limits. But when a possible troll sighting sends the knights to a débaucheras party that Daemon is attending. Suddenly, his and Cordelia's worlds get scrambled, and she'll have to decide if she should let Daemon in.
Who to trust becomes alarming as troll sightings and mischief turn into a grave battle. Because of a traitor among the knights, the perilous treat only seems to be multiplying in Cordelia's world.
A Troll series stand-alone novel!
Cordelia yearns for her classroom life to end so she can help hunt underground. But time seems to be going by ever so slowly, especially while she watches other high schoolers date and have fun. To Cordelia, non-knight boys are off limits. Something that's not a disappointment until the new kid, Daemon Banks, shows up.
Daemon is nothing like the knight boys or high school males she has known. He's taller, stronger, faster, and up to something in Cordelia's little beach side town. Because he's a normal human, whatever his motives are... they should be off limits. But when a possible troll sighting sends the knights to a débaucheras party that Daemon is attending. Suddenly, his and Cordelia's worlds get scrambled, and she'll have to decide if she should let Daemon in.
Who to trust becomes alarming as troll sightings and mischief turn into a grave battle. Because of a traitor among the knights, the perilous treat only seems to be multiplying in Cordelia's world.
A Troll series stand-alone novel!
205 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 2, 2017
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Ashley C. Harris
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USA Today and international bestselling author Ashley C. Harris loves to write page-turning sci-fi, fantasy, and paranormal romances.
She has authored over twenty-six novels, and two of her screenplays have been produced into independent films.
In addition to writing, Ashley has worked behind-the-scenes in television for almost a decade, including working on a morning and evening news show that aired on ABC.
She is a reading addict and Star Wars enthusiast who loves to dream, spend time with her husband, and obsess over biblical mysteries.
Keep an eye out for her newest releases at www.AshleyCHarris.com.
USA Today and international bestselling author Ashley C. Harris loves to write page-turning sci-fi, fantasy, and paranormal romances.
She has authored over twenty-six novels, and two of her screenplays have been produced into independent films.
In addition to writing, Ashley has worked behind-the-scenes in television for almost a decade, including working on a morning and evening news show that aired on ABC.
She is a reading addict and Star Wars enthusiast who loves to dream, spend time with her husband, and obsess over biblical mysteries.
Keep an eye out for her newest releases at www.AshleyCHarris.com.
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May 11, 2017
I found this book very interesting, maybe because I didn't read the first two books or maybe the heroine kicking trolls butts is exciting. I was hook from the first page, being from a family of knights is a hard work. This tale has great drama and everywhere was danger, love the roller caster ride of Cee Cee life. I am looking forward to reader the whole series.
May 10, 2017
You definitely don’t need to have read other books in this series to appreciate this one as this is written as a standalone. In fact, I suspect you’ll find it less confusing if you haven’t read the other books in the series first! I’ve actually read (and reviewed) both Troll and Troll Cries and enjoyed them both – I definitely want to read what happens next in the series! So having the opportunity to read this was brilliant but I did, initially, find it somewhat confusing as I was sort of anticipating some of the main characters from the other book being the focus again – so don’t go in with preconceived ideas! This truly is a standalone.
It tells how Cordelia (who is called CeCe by most people – and yes, that is significant) became a Knight and, through flashbacks, gives more details of her history. She is a strong leading character who witnessed her Mother and brothers being slaughtered by Trolls. Some aspects of her life after that, living with her Dad and training to become a Knight are shared, together with key events from her life.
As the seventeen year old goes to school, she interacts with the innocents (humans) but dreams of finishing this dual life so she can focus on her training and actually become a Knight. She’s not allowed to date, like her peers, because of her future as a Knight, but the latest student to join her school, Daemon Banks, proves very distracting and attractive, making her question more aspects of her life. When the opportunity arise to investigate a possible Troll sighting, she jumps at the chance, defying the normal rules and discovering that some secrets make you question many aspects of your past, present and future.
The story has plenty of danger, drama and fighting as well as romance. There are some brilliant characters and their interactions keep the pace and flow of the story. As it has a purported 205 pages, it doesn’t seem like a novella to me but regardless, it is a highly entertaining read with different scenarios brought to life in the imagination of the readers.
I requested and was lucky enough to be gifted a copy of this story which I have chosen to read and this is my honest review after doing so.
It tells how Cordelia (who is called CeCe by most people – and yes, that is significant) became a Knight and, through flashbacks, gives more details of her history. She is a strong leading character who witnessed her Mother and brothers being slaughtered by Trolls. Some aspects of her life after that, living with her Dad and training to become a Knight are shared, together with key events from her life.
As the seventeen year old goes to school, she interacts with the innocents (humans) but dreams of finishing this dual life so she can focus on her training and actually become a Knight. She’s not allowed to date, like her peers, because of her future as a Knight, but the latest student to join her school, Daemon Banks, proves very distracting and attractive, making her question more aspects of her life. When the opportunity arise to investigate a possible Troll sighting, she jumps at the chance, defying the normal rules and discovering that some secrets make you question many aspects of your past, present and future.
The story has plenty of danger, drama and fighting as well as romance. There are some brilliant characters and their interactions keep the pace and flow of the story. As it has a purported 205 pages, it doesn’t seem like a novella to me but regardless, it is a highly entertaining read with different scenarios brought to life in the imagination of the readers.
I requested and was lucky enough to be gifted a copy of this story which I have chosen to read and this is my honest review after doing so.
May 5, 2017
3.5 Out Of 5 Stars
Cordelia may be set in her dangerous path, but what caused her to be there? This story is the tale of how Cordelia became a Knight and what the Trolls meant to her. But her heart may not be as easy to convince...
I have not read any books in this series but I have been wanting to for forever. When I saw that this was a standalone prequel novella I was really intrigued to get a taste of what sounded like a fascinating world. The author was able to create a very different world from any thing I have experienced before, with Trolls that are evil as well as mysterious and alluring. The story was full of mystery, danger, action and most importantly- romance. I found this to be a fast read with tons of characters that I wanted to know more about. Cordelia was a strong female character, with a backbone made out of steel, the heart of a warrior and the soul of a lover (yes, I went there). As a side note, this story is listed as a novella, but it felt like a complete book and it was 200ish pages, as per my ereader, so I am pretty certain I would not call it a novella.
I thought this story was interesting, but I was not 100% engaged with it because I knew that this would not have a happy ending since this was the beginning, not the end. But that being said, it did reinforce how much I want to get my hands on the first two books in the series to experience everything this world has to offer. I think this story is perfect for those who have read the other books and want another taste.
I received this title in return for my honest review.
For more reviews visit my blog at http://smadasbooksmack.blogspot.com/
Cordelia may be set in her dangerous path, but what caused her to be there? This story is the tale of how Cordelia became a Knight and what the Trolls meant to her. But her heart may not be as easy to convince...
I have not read any books in this series but I have been wanting to for forever. When I saw that this was a standalone prequel novella I was really intrigued to get a taste of what sounded like a fascinating world. The author was able to create a very different world from any thing I have experienced before, with Trolls that are evil as well as mysterious and alluring. The story was full of mystery, danger, action and most importantly- romance. I found this to be a fast read with tons of characters that I wanted to know more about. Cordelia was a strong female character, with a backbone made out of steel, the heart of a warrior and the soul of a lover (yes, I went there). As a side note, this story is listed as a novella, but it felt like a complete book and it was 200ish pages, as per my ereader, so I am pretty certain I would not call it a novella.
I thought this story was interesting, but I was not 100% engaged with it because I knew that this would not have a happy ending since this was the beginning, not the end. But that being said, it did reinforce how much I want to get my hands on the first two books in the series to experience everything this world has to offer. I think this story is perfect for those who have read the other books and want another taste.
I received this title in return for my honest review.
For more reviews visit my blog at http://smadasbooksmack.blogspot.com/
February 28, 2020
Stopped reading at 23%.
While I liked the premise of the book, the writing was sad.
!!Running Spell Check does not mean it was edited!!
I’m not usually a “Grammar Nazi”, but this was cringe worthy. Had I handed in this story to a high school or college English instructor, they would have laughed me right out the door. A publisher would have cried.
I have to give the author points, I have never been stumped that badly on a misspelled word. It wasn’t until saw the word spelled wrong again (and yet again) that I realized the word was ‘wrestling’.
Believe it or not, the intention of my review isn’t to trash the author. I apologize if it seems harsh. Everything else about the story was good. It has the potential to be great if it was cleaned up.
While I liked the premise of the book, the writing was sad.
!!Running Spell Check does not mean it was edited!!
I’m not usually a “Grammar Nazi”, but this was cringe worthy. Had I handed in this story to a high school or college English instructor, they would have laughed me right out the door. A publisher would have cried.
I have to give the author points, I have never been stumped that badly on a misspelled word. It wasn’t until saw the word spelled wrong again (and yet again) that I realized the word was ‘wrestling’.
Believe it or not, the intention of my review isn’t to trash the author. I apologize if it seems harsh. Everything else about the story was good. It has the potential to be great if it was cleaned up.
May 16, 2017
This was an okay read, with interesting characters and a well done world building. I had high hopes for this story, but after the first few pages it couldn’t keep me engaged as much as I wanted it to. Maybe I have to read the other books in this series and give this book another try. I chose to read this book and all opinions in this review are my own and completely unbiased. Thanks to NetGalley and Barclay Publicity!
April 17, 2018
A well written story with interesting characters, secrets and lies 4.7 🌟.
A excellent story with interesting characters, revenge, secrets and lies.
Cordelia lives and breathes to be a hunter to kill trolls and wanting revenge for her mom and brothers murders.
Going against her dad's wishes she becomes a Knight early and also finds about secrets and lies.
I would highly recommend this book.
A excellent story with interesting characters, revenge, secrets and lies.
Cordelia lives and breathes to be a hunter to kill trolls and wanting revenge for her mom and brothers murders.
Going against her dad's wishes she becomes a Knight early and also finds about secrets and lies.
I would highly recommend this book.
January 13, 2019
I enjoyed all 3 of the Troll books; Troll, Troll Cries & Troll Whispers by Ashley C. Harris. I didn’t like being left hanging of what happens to the characters at the end of each book thought, would love to know more. At the end of Troll Whispers, it has 2 more books listed in the series; Troll Games & Troll Rise. I can not find either book when I look on Amazon or when I go to Ashley C. Harris list of books. Are there 2 more & if there is, where do you find them?
May 10, 2017
This read was full of interesting characters and trolls and the world building was well done. The reason I gave it 3.5 stars is because it simply did not captivate me nor was it my kind of read.
{I requested a copy of this book for reviewing purposes and made no guarantees of a favorable review. The opinions expressed here are unbiased and my own.}
{I requested a copy of this book for reviewing purposes and made no guarantees of a favorable review. The opinions expressed here are unbiased and my own.}
March 28, 2018
Great story and characters, easily followed as well. I love that thiss was a stand alone, but now I am hooked and need to read the other books in the series! Looking forward to that now. :)
While this is a more YA targetted book, there is a chapter containing the main characters first sexual experience, so better for the more mature YA readers in my opinion.
While this is a more YA targetted book, there is a chapter containing the main characters first sexual experience, so better for the more mature YA readers in my opinion.
March 29, 2018
A well written book. Interesting storyline and knights that guard against trolls. As a series, this book is a page turner. Cordelia was only 17 and in a year would be old enough to be a knight to kill trolls, but things happen. Good storytelling, good book. I received a complimentary copy of this book.
June 30, 2018
Nice to read about some of the other characters. Cordelia is so cold and emotionless in the first two books and I really liked getting to know her (and Leo) better.
It was a fun story to read! And I'm looking forward to the next one.
On grammatical level there where a few flaws here and there, that could/should have been taken out to make it even better.
It was a fun story to read! And I'm looking forward to the next one.
On grammatical level there where a few flaws here and there, that could/should have been taken out to make it even better.
March 25, 2018
Was an interesting read with a twist
Took a while to understand what was going on but after that it got interesting. Loved the twist in the story. Can't wait to read on and see what else happens and get other stuff explained.
Took a while to understand what was going on but after that it got interesting. Loved the twist in the story. Can't wait to read on and see what else happens and get other stuff explained.
May 8, 2017
I thought this story just ok. I was not completely into the plot line or story after a few pages. Not happy with this read
May 15, 2017
I received a free e-copy of this in exchange for an honest opinion.
Likes: The overall story is entertaining and fairly original. I enjoyed reading it. It was interesting to know the back story to Cordelia’s character and get a little more immersed in the world of trolls. There were a few twists and surprises that I did not see coming that made my jaw drop. Troll Whispers is a fairly fast-paced read.
Dislikes: This is an advanced readers copy, but there were still numerous areas with awkward/repetitive wording that I hope gets fixed before the final copy. While it is a good read, I feel it could be a bit more engaging. There are sections that lagged for me.
Taking into consideration that this is an advanced copy I give this book three knives.
Likes: The overall story is entertaining and fairly original. I enjoyed reading it. It was interesting to know the back story to Cordelia’s character and get a little more immersed in the world of trolls. There were a few twists and surprises that I did not see coming that made my jaw drop. Troll Whispers is a fairly fast-paced read.
Dislikes: This is an advanced readers copy, but there were still numerous areas with awkward/repetitive wording that I hope gets fixed before the final copy. While it is a good read, I feel it could be a bit more engaging. There are sections that lagged for me.
Taking into consideration that this is an advanced copy I give this book three knives.
May 1, 2017
I felt for Cordelia, aka CeCe, in this book. Her life is so sad. Even to the end of this book, it's sad. If I didn't see a glossery of sorts at the end, I wouldn't know that she may yet find happiness.
The writing felt like a ballet having Cordelia's tell us her life and going back and forth in time. It was rhythmic and hypnotic. I know it sounds weird but it was.
Her brothers and her mother were killed in front of her when she was little by trolls. Her family are knights. They are somewhat with supernatural powers empowered with super hearing, speed and agility. They have special weapons. They generally train early so they can learn how to find and kill trolls and protect innocent humans. And Cordelia couldn't wait to grow up and be a knight so she find the trolls and kill them all!
Knights generally don't have much to do with innocents or us plain ole humans! They marry within their community or have arranged marriages.
All the characters have a role to play and if I could I would tell you about all of them. They all have a part in this action adventure fantasy! There are betrayals and shocking secrets that had me on the edge of my seat waiting to find out what they were and then being in shock when they were revealed! By the end, I was pulling at my hair with all that was happening and the sorry state it left me in, wanting to/ needing to know what happens to all of them next. There are MANY unanswered questions
knowing I would have to wait for the next chapter in their lives! Because, yes it is a standalong, but it is also a break off series of its own! Ms. Harris is so sneaky!
Contents: Graphic Violence, sex
The writing felt like a ballet having Cordelia's tell us her life and going back and forth in time. It was rhythmic and hypnotic. I know it sounds weird but it was.
Her brothers and her mother were killed in front of her when she was little by trolls. Her family are knights. They are somewhat with supernatural powers empowered with super hearing, speed and agility. They have special weapons. They generally train early so they can learn how to find and kill trolls and protect innocent humans. And Cordelia couldn't wait to grow up and be a knight so she find the trolls and kill them all!
Knights generally don't have much to do with innocents or us plain ole humans! They marry within their community or have arranged marriages.
All the characters have a role to play and if I could I would tell you about all of them. They all have a part in this action adventure fantasy! There are betrayals and shocking secrets that had me on the edge of my seat waiting to find out what they were and then being in shock when they were revealed! By the end, I was pulling at my hair with all that was happening and the sorry state it left me in, wanting to/ needing to know what happens to all of them next. There are MANY unanswered questions
knowing I would have to wait for the next chapter in their lives! Because, yes it is a standalong, but it is also a break off series of its own! Ms. Harris is so sneaky!
Contents: Graphic Violence, sex
May 22, 2018
This is my first book about trolls. It was a good story with unexpected secrets and some good action. Excited to see how the story continues with the next generation of characters.
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