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Thrall (Daughters of Lilith, #1)

by Jennifer Quintenz

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Welcome to Braedyn Murphy's life. She's a typical-if shy-sophomore navigating the slings and arrows of high school life with her two best friends, Royal and Cassie. Then a new boy, Lucas, moves into the house next door, and Braedyn finds herself falling in love for the first time. But Braedyn's normal life comes crashing down around her ears when she learns she's a descendent of Lilith, the mother of all demons - and that she might play a critical role in an ancient war between the Sons of Adam and the Daughters of Lilith. Turns out the right answers aren't always clear or easy. And as for "good" and "evil" - it all depends on how you choose to act. Inspired by the ancient Mesopotamian myths of Lilith and her offspring, Thrall explores first love, strong friendships, and taking on adult responsibilities against the backdrop of powerful supernatural forces and life-and-death stakes.… (more)
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I really enjoyed this story. The characters were interesting and the storyline was fascinating. I always like sci-fi stories. You never know what is out there and the Lilith could be a society that live where we can't see them. This world is so advanced you never know. I really liked Braetyn and Lucas. I look forward to see what happens next the lives of this group of fighters. ( )
  MHanover10 | Feb 4, 2018 |
This book was close to five stars. More like 4.5. I enjoyed the read and the tension between characters. The story kept moving and was fresh and not too juvenile for a YA read. I liked the main character and was astounded by the sacrifices she made, although she didn't always make the best choices, which made her realistic. But she was strong, and a fighter.

The only reason it didn't reach five stars because it didn't quite make me gasp in surprise or scream from total awesomeness, but it is worth a read.

Reader Rated 14 for mild action ( )
  LisaRector | Sep 28, 2017 |
I would like to thank the author, Jennifer Quinletz and The Cover Contessa, for the opportunity to read and review this book for free. The fact that I received it for free in no way influences this review.

Braedyn is a normal girl just trying to survive high school with her two devoted friends, Royal and Cassie. Together they’re doing a pretty good job of shrugging off the slings and arrows cast their way by the popular crowd when a new boy, Lucas, moves into the house next door. Suddenly Braedyn finds herself falling in love for the first time.

But as her sixteenth birthday approaches, Braedyn discovers humankind is at war with the Lilitu, an ancient race of enticing demons that prey on human souls. Her father is a member of the Guard fighting against the Lilitu - and so are the new neighbors, including her crush, Lucas.

As her world starts to unravel at the seams, Braedyn learns the right answers aren’t always clear or easy. And as for “good” and “evil” – it all depends on how we choose to act.

Inspired by the ancient Mesopotamian myths of Lilith and her offspring, Thrall explores first love, strong friendships, and taking on adult responsibilities against the backdrop of powerful supernatural forces and life-and-death stakes.

I had just finished reading the Georgina Kincaid series (all about a succubus) when I was offered the chance to review this book. I was slightly worried that after reading five books about a succubus in under 32 hours, I might be biased against this book simply due to succubi overload. Thankfully that was not a problem in the least.

Ms. Quinletz has a lovely writing style, and an excellent ability to allow her characters to be larger than life, stepping right off the page, yet without making them into caricatures of themselves. She has a strong connection with the emotional highs and lows of life as a teenager. Add to that the problem of discovering everything you thought you knew about yourself was a lie, that the things that go bump in the night really do exist, a dash of mythology, and you've got one heck of a recipe for entertainment.

Braedyn is a lovely young woman with a small circle of friends. Most of her time at the prestigious prep school she attends is spent either with her two BFFs or avoiding the queen bee/bitch of the school. Braedyn is a loyal friend, very protective, and also reliable and levelheaded (as much as any teenager can be!). . . But she is also willing to risk her life in defense of strangers. Just the kind of person you want on your side when things go bad.

After years of being bullied you might expect someone who was just handed mind boggling power to use it to get some revenge. But that never even crosses Braedyn's mind - not until what happens to Cassie. Then she starts to fantasize, which someone immediately jumps on and starts egging her on - neglecting of course to mention the repercussions of getting justice for her friend.

Lucas is the new boy in town, and Braedyn's first serious crush. He is a tortured soul due to a trauma in his past, and that draws her to him like a moth to the flame. That same trauma is a huge part of what still drives him now. At the same time he is a regular teenage boy, with all the sweetness, prickliness, and confusion that are part of being a teenager.

I truly enjoy the relationships in this book. Ever since middle school Braedyn has been the target of the queen bee of their class, Amber. To this day she has no idea why Amber dislikes her so vehemently, all she knows is to try and blend in with the background as much as possible in order to limit the amount of abuse Amber and her circle like to heap on her. Before Lucas moves to town Cassie and Royal are Braedyn's only friends. Both are strong personalities in their own right, but unique enough that all three compliment one another. The interplay between the teenagers is so well crafted that just reading about the social cliques brings me back to my own middle & high school experiences, leaving me grateful that they are behind me.

Another beautifully crafted relationship is between Braedyn and her dad. Being just the two of them makes for a very strong, loving dynamic. Even when the rug is pulled out from under her feet, and her world as she knows it radically changes, Braedyn and her father still have a powerful familial love for each other. Of course that's not to say that Braedyn doesn't test her boundaries, or that the two don't clash from time to time - all part of the normal teen 'rebellion' of learning who they are/who they want to be. But the minor friction caused by the ever shifting lines of responsibility never changes their core-level love and respect for each other.

The blend of action, romance, and character development is smoothly done, all matching the arc of the story without ever slowing for too long to explain anything. Ms. Quinletz did such a beautiful job of showing us this story, rather than telling it to us, that I immediately went out and purchased Incubus (The Daughters of Lilith #2) the second installment, and am now eagerly awaiting the release of book three, Sacrifice (The Daughters of Lilith #3). If that isn't a solid endorsement I just don't know what is! ( )
  Isisunit | Jan 27, 2014 |
One of my favourite book currently. An awesome, good heroine who is actually a decendant from Lilith. ( )
  Selina.Marie.Liaw | Aug 2, 2013 |
Before you even start, this review. Put down anything you are doing and go read Thrall. It's AMAZING!
BREATHTAKING! It's makes you want to fall to your knees and beg for more. Yes, I want more. And I want it now.

Now, what hooked me into this book is that the plot is holy freaking intense! I mean, right from the start, I am enthralled till the end. Each chapter the reader faces more action, more secrets and much more hottness! At some points, I couldn't take it anymore. I was fighting against myself to hurry up and finish the book cause I was dying to know how it was going to end. And I figthing myself cause I didn't want to finish it. Cause I knew the minute I be done, it wouldn't be enough.

The characters also add some awesome elements to the story. Along with the plot, we have characters that are kept out of the loop. I LOVE this! Characters that hold secrets about themselves from others, specifically when it can jeopardize a relationship makes my heart race.

The love interest as you can tell is one that I want to bloom but faces many trials. This relationship I know can be strong as long as they are strong together. Their love is fierce in the beginning, but UGH, it does make my heart break some. Believe me when I say that you will be so invested in these characters, you feel every waking emotion.

Thrall is a fab beginning to an ultimate legacy! With a thrilling beginning, I can't imagine what the second book will be like. It raises you up yet brings you down. It's makes your heart pound yet stop at the igniting love it sparks. Thrall accelerates further into the heart of things, bringing the reader with it. Engaging and smart, Thrall leaves you speechless! ( )
  Bookswithbite | Aug 19, 2012 |
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Welcome to Braedyn Murphy's life. She's a typical-if shy-sophomore navigating the slings and arrows of high school life with her two best friends, Royal and Cassie. Then a new boy, Lucas, moves into the house next door, and Braedyn finds herself falling in love for the first time. But Braedyn's normal life comes crashing down around her ears when she learns she's a descendent of Lilith, the mother of all demons - and that she might play a critical role in an ancient war between the Sons of Adam and the Daughters of Lilith. Turns out the right answers aren't always clear or easy. And as for "good" and "evil" - it all depends on how you choose to act. Inspired by the ancient Mesopotamian myths of Lilith and her offspring, Thrall explores first love, strong friendships, and taking on adult responsibilities against the backdrop of powerful supernatural forces and life-and-death stakes.

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