Fierce Heart

Elven Alliance, Book 1

De: Tara Grayce

Narrado por: Liz Brand

Essie would do anything for her kingdom...even marry an elf prince she just met that morning.

The human kingdom of Escarland and the elven kingdom of Tarenhiel have existed in an uneasy peace after their last wars ended with both kings dead. As tensions rise once again, desperate diplomacy might be the only way to avert war. If only negotiations between elves and humans were that simple.

When a diplomatic meeting goes horribly wrong, Essie, a human princess, finds herself married to the elf prince and warrior Laesornysh. Fitting in to the serene, quiet elf culture might be a little difficult for this talkative princess, but she’s determined to make it work.

With impending war and tenuous alliances, it will be up to Essie to unite her two peoples. And maybe get her hands on elven conditioner while she’s at it.

©2019 Tara Grayce (P)2020 Tara Grayce

FIERCE HEART 7 Stars!! Brilliant!!

Tara Grayce is simply the best author Fantasy YA. there is. Her books are emotionally charged and have you wanting more and more. Very much enjoyed! (It for sure is going on my re-listen list "This book is worth hearing multiple times") I ADORED the hero and heroine. They were both like able characters, not your typical angst rebellious heroine or brooding, borderline-mean hero. I totally neglected editing project to do it. I laughed, I cried, it moved me, They were so well written, and I LOVED the arranged marriage plot. There are not enough books about married couples, and I loved how this one played out. The Narrated (Liz Brand) was phenomenal I will be looking out more of her books. The romance was so beautifully written, so sweet, and very clean while still being deliciously swoon worthy. I haven’t listened to a whole book so quickly in FOREVER.. No, seriously, it did. And I certainly did my fair share of swooning. It was adorable and delightful and I can hardly wait to read book two!!


I would listen to Liz Brand narrate the f****** phone book. She’s incredibly talented. Thank you. THANK YOU!!!

Just Listen to it. You won’t regret it.

Plot. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐stars
Story. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ stars
Narrator.: Liz Brand ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"This book was given to me for free at my request and I provided this voluntary review"

Great story

I thought it was a bit slow for a long time but it was things that you needed to know. The last part was exciting. I am going to get the second book for sure.

WOW! Finally I can get some sleep!

Definitely a favorite series. And this is only book one. I haven't stayed up all night reading while listening to a book. Nothing accomplished yesterday! Really, this was better than any Korean drama I watch where it takes 24 episodes for the kiss. LOL.

I didn't feel the book finish. Only the passing of time through windows. It really has been a while since I enjoyed a fantasy/ romance story with Elves. This was clean, while the romance was building up between Essie and Farrendel. There was action towards the end. Well, there were battles, but the reader wasn't present. Oh, did I mentioned I loved this book!?

The heroine of the story goes into this arranged marriage wanting to make the best of it, even if becomes a one sided love. After all, friendship can make both their lives better. This is a story where both, heroine and hero know what their union means for their prospective Nations, and try to get along.

The world building was... WOW! From the start,I didn't need a full, detailed description of surroundings. Yet, I could see the town, it's Steam Engines. The way the story was told, it took me there.

Ok. Time to sleep, and then on to book 2! Hope there's narration too. I had borrowed the book on KU. I really got shores to do later on. Might just get the Audible. Definitely need to add all in series to my collection. 💖✨

Such a great story

I love how the Elves are depicted in this book. I like this version of them. As for this story, very sweet, endearing and really pulls you in to the highs and lows they experience in it. I did wish there were more interactions between Essie and Farandel but the ones they did have were worthwhile. Overall, Essie is a very positive and upbeat person, she reminds me of myself, choosing the high road and positivity. I loved learning about the elven culture and how the small differences made a big difference in the daily interactions... hand holding, shampoo and conditioner, injuries and ideas of beauty and perfection, frailty... it truly was a great story and I look forward to the second book.

great book

I loved this book. it had a slow start but a great budding romance within!

A fun romantic fantasy that will make you smile

This is a light romantic fantasy with characters that make rational decisions, a somewhat damaged assassin/warrior prince, and an adorable slow burn romance. Highly recommend if you are looking for a quick read that will make you smile (and make you wish for elven shiny hair magic). Also, note that the book doesn't exactly end on a cliffhanger, but it isn't a standalone so you are going to want to pick up book 2 (and book 3 whenever it comes out).

Thanks to the author for a free copy of the audiobook. I had already read and enjoyed the ebook and it was great to experience the story in an audio format.

Fierce kind of Love!

This romance is an interesting take on human Elvish relations. For the sake of her own family and Kingdom, a young Princess decides to agree to a marriage between an Elven Prince and herself. The spotlight on this relationship is the heart of this story. I received this Audio book for free in exchange for an unbiased review. Great Listen!

Heartfelt, Love, & Action Packed

I loved this book. I fell in love with Essie and Laesornysh as they were falling in love together. It wasn’t rushed, it was so believable, and I felt it too. This book was a great start to the series. I loved how they were so opposite but it worked. I liked how she peeled away at his very guarded layer. It seemed that he would’ve never found an elven bride because the elves were so pent up on perfection but Essie was the perfect person for him. She didn’t rush him, she gave him space, and gave him just the necessary amount push he needed to feel confident when he wasn’t the warrior. While at the same time he was exactly who she needed. He let her be herself, Carefree, talkative, loving, and adventurous. They both opened up to each other in a very meaningful way.

If you want to fall in love with characters this is definitely the book.

Wow!

Wow, this one just blew me away. I don't normally get so into YA type stories but this one was so detailed and good. It kept me wanting to keep listening on and on. Of course, I usually like a story complete with a nice epilogue and this one isn't really a cliffhanger but there is more to the story. I already downloaded the 2nd book on my kindle it was so good. The narrator did a great job and I think this is my first time listening with Liz Brand. All in all this was an amazing journey with a beautifully handsome Elf and a strong but sweet human Princess in an arranged marriage. Highly recommend.
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
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Amazing Story

Essie is a bright and bubbly young lady and knows that she may have to sacrifice a chance at love for the sake of her kingdom.
Farrendel or also known as Laesornysh has come to the peace talks with the humans and agrees to the terms of peace talks the marriage of the human girl.
The coming together of these two is a slow burn, but their getting to know each other is hindered by the fact that Farrendel is called away to fight the trolls. And this is a constant issue in the book. The clincher is when the royal family is on a break the trolls attack. And Essie gets to see the true power of Farrendel but it also brings the whole family together in ways you don’t see coming.
I was unsure on whether I would like the book even though I was drawn to it by the blurb. Am glad that I have now read/listened to the book.
Liz Brand was a great choice for narrator I have listened to several books lately and the narrator has been a poor choice. Liz’s voice is clear and strong and the book is read at the right pace.