Synopsis
Destiny draws the elf to the mortal world, but the weight of its shadows is more than he can bear.
Nilinriall’s mastery of elfsong is unrivalled. His path is set: ascend to the Songspiren, and then the realm of gods.
Unlike his kin, Nilinriall harbours a deep curiosity for the material realms. When he’s irresistibly drawn to a mortal woman whose singing can make flames dance, he vows to sever his ties—attachment is not the elven way.
But it’s too late. Rejected by the Songspiren, Nilinriall is cast to the mortal realm where every attachment frays his elven spirit, and shame torments him. Yet, he can’t escape the allure of the singing woman.
Terrethedron is treacherous. With his companions Gwynnestri and Dillinir, they face sharded wraiths of Darpirith, the cruelty of the Three Cities, and the greed of the Nine Lands.
Hope faltering, Nilinriall is increasingly seduced by mortal temptations—lust, luxury, and the numbing allure of intoxication—especially as his fame for singing grows.
With every breath, Nilinriall finds it harder to remember who he once was—or why he ever left the light of the aether. Just when he believes he's found his destiny, everything is torn apart once more.
Taking place before ‘A Tale of the Nine Lands’, ‘Elfsong’ gives a glimpse into the past and tells us the story of a very small piece of how the ‘Tale of the Nine Lands’ came to be. Follow the imperfect elf into a world of ups and downs, trails and tribulations, and what becomes the future. If ‘A Tale of the Nine Lands’ interested you even the slightest bit, then ‘Elfsong’ will really grab your attention. What could be better than singling out a very popular character then telling their story, while also involving other favorite charters and new characters while telling the story of the Elderworld as well. This volume of the Nine Lands series was recommended to me after reading the first and has not disappointed in the slightest. Telling the story of not only how some characters came to be, but telling us how the Elderworld itself has come along. Introducing Portals and all sorts of new bits will keep you in the edge of your seat and always wanting to come back for more. It is very hard to put down, and always has you wanting more. If you haven’t already read ‘A Tale of the Nine Lands’ the first book in the series, don’t fret. As much as I’d recommend starting with book 1, you can most definitely start with ‘Elfsong’ as it is the prequel to ‘A Tale of the Nine Land’ and gives a great second (or first) introduction into the Elderworld. I do indeed find it very well wrote, and it grabs your attention right from the start. Very descriptive and captivating at every single turn, it makes me excited for the 3rd in the series which I just assume will be coming soon. There is so much more of the story to be told from here.
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