An intelligently-written romantic fantasy with an engaging moral conflict at the heart of the story, original and creative worldbuilding, political intrigue, an enigmatic and appealing hero, and, best of all, a quick-witted and strong-willed heroine who grabs your affection and doesn't let go? You had me at hello.

This is going to be another amazing series!' - Opinionated Cupcakes 'I seriously lack the superlatives to express how much I adored this book. So what are you waiting for, get this book added to your Goodreads shelf, spread the word to your fellow readers and get ready to purchase this book on the 1st April 2014. Grow with Cecile as things begin to change, making new friends, experiencing feelings she didn't think would be possible and discovering powers that she never realised she had. You get to experience Cecile's emotions as she is torn away from her dream life, forced by a magical bind in marriage to a prince of a cruel race. So well described, you have no problems imagining it. An introduction to a hidden, magical place, full of a race that we thought only existed in fairytales. A world filled with fantasy, romance and politics. I don't even have words, it felt real!' - Paperback Wonderland 'This book is such a beautiful story. I cannot tell you how much this book makes me happy.' - Ja citam, a ti? 'Every once in a while you run across a new series that sucks you in and you know you will be anxiously following every installment.Stolen Songbird book 1 of The Malediction Trilogy is just such a book.' - Tome Tender 'The underground kingdom was an astounding setting, it was just. But here I am, only few minutes after reading the last word of this book writing this. This is the highest rating so far!' - Avid Reviews 'It's rather rare for me to sit down just after finishing the book and start the review. So obviously I really like this book and I am going to go ahead and give it a 9/10.

This novel takes a very old fairytale cliche, and turns it into a stunningly original and beautiful story. The book is full of magic, adventure, outlandish creatures, and at its heart is one of the most touching love stories I have ever read. I'd definitely recommend it.' - YA Midnight Reads 'Stolen Songbird is an absolutely wonderful addition to the fantasy genre. The book had an amazing cast of developed characters, an intriguing plot, an swoon- worthy romance and an ending that'll have you itching for the next book. It felt like I have been living inside its world throughout the entire time I'm reading this incredible book.' - The Nocturnal Fey 'Stolen Songbird is a fantastic debut. Stones and sky! I was completely engulfed in the world of Trollus.

Fierce and not-whinny-and-annoying heroine.

Stolen Songbird by Danielle L. Jensen