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Elf Defence (Adventures in Aguillon Book 2) Kindle Edition

4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 511 ratings

Royal envoys Calarian and Benji embark on a quest in the alpine duchy of Tournel. Things go rapidly downhill when the duke plummets to his death from the tower wall. Whoops—that's going to be hard to explain. And it’s not as though they can just grab the nearest human and make him the new duke. Or can they?

Enter one Lars Melker, a slightly gullible cowherd built entirely of muscles and sunshine, who happily accepts their word when they tell him he’s the duke now. Soon Calarian and Benji are knee deep in teaching Lars how to fake it until he makes it. They're also dealing with mountain trolls, a monster, a missing cow, and, most shocking of all, a growing realisation that their elves-with-benefits arrangement might be turning into something with feelings. Add in their mutual attraction to Lars, and suddenly the hills are alive with the sound of emotionally compromised collectivist anarchist elves.

Also, what’s the deal with those leather shorts?

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"If you want to learn what melts hardened hearts, and to soothe your own pained soul, take a load off, put your feet up and take a bite out of Elf Defence. No calories, and all the sweetness you could want in this standalone." - Kimmers Erotic Book Banter

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08JD7Q9X7
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ self published (October 22, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 22, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.1 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 238 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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Customers find the book humorous and enjoyable. They describe the love story as sweet and heartfelt. Readers praise the well-written story with subtle humor and eye-rolling moments. They like the characters and their world-building, and find the romance between the three main characters adored. The sequel is described as brilliant, excellent, and even better than the first book of the series.

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20 customers mention "Humor"20 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the humor in the book. They find it hilarious and giggling over absurdity. The characters are described as a perfect mix of silly, sweet, innocent, and guilty.

"...Benji was my favorite. He is hilarious, all of them are but I have a soft spot for him. I laugh from begining to end...." Read more

"...Deep, soul need, addiction. Funny, sexy, (what the heck is an alchemist with a twist anyway?) over the top good book...." Read more

"...The references to The a certain musical are clever and hilarious!..." Read more

"This series is just a fun read. Kind of ridiculous, you will smile maybe even laugh...." Read more

19 customers mention "Enjoyment"19 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book. They find the characters fun and the humor subtle. The story keeps them entertained with its adventure and eye-rolling moments.

"I love these books!! The dialogue is so fun! If you need a sweet and spicy love story to read; I definitely recommend this book and author!..." Read more

"...I laugh from begining to end. Every character is amazing and so entertaining." Read more

"...Absolutely enjoyed it and highly recommend 👍..." Read more

"This series is just a fun read. Kind of ridiculous, you will smile maybe even laugh...." Read more

10 customers mention "Love"10 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's love story. They find it sweet, cute, and heartfelt with adorable moments. The book is described as enjoyable and awesome.

"...Deep, soul need, addiction. Funny, sexy, (what the heck is an alchemist with a twist anyway?) over the top good book...." Read more

"...The love story is kind of predictable but it's in such a cute package that you won't mind." Read more

"...the first it was hilarious, ridiculous in the best of ways, very, very sweet with a couple truly heartfelt adorable moments, and just overall a..." Read more

"...Our two (three) MCs are the perfect mix of silly, sweet, innocent and guilty...." Read more

9 customers mention "Story quality"9 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's story. They find it entertaining, with clever references and a light fantasy adventure. The plot is well-crafted, with some humorous moments and eye-rolling moments. Overall, readers appreciate the fun and spicy love story.

"...The dialogue is so fun! If you need a sweet and spicy love story to read; I definitely recommend this book and author! I'm excited for book 3!..." Read more

"...over the top good book. (Authors should get an award for the most imaginative use of a musical)." Read more

"...The references to The a certain musical are clever and hilarious!..." Read more

"...This was a light MMM fantasy adventure, there are some fun moments, some eye-rolling moments, and if not taken too seriously, it's an entertaining..." Read more

8 customers mention "Character development"8 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the characters and world-building. They find it easy to distinguish the characters from each other, and the romance between the three main characters is adored. The book is described as a fast-paced, quick read with an engaging storyline.

"I had a wonderful time with this characters. Benji was my favorite. He is hilarious, all of them are but I have a soft spot for him...." Read more

"...📖 Story comment: easy pace, likeable characters, reasonable flow (although I found the middle dragged on just a bit long)...." Read more

"...Its a fast paced quick read, and I adored the romance between the three main characters...." Read more

"...We get to see the best characters from the first book and or course Benji and Calarian were the stars of the show...." Read more

5 customers mention "Sequel"5 positive0 negative

Customers enjoyed the sequel. They found it brilliant, excellent, and even better than the first book in the series.

"This was a great follow-up to the first book...." Read more

"...Funniest thing I've read in a long time. This was even better than the first book of the series. "Where does she keep getting all of these curtains?..." Read more

"...Excellent sequel to Red Heir. Gotta love those elves!!" Read more

"Brilliant sequel!..." Read more

A delightful rollick
4 out of 5 stars
A delightful rollick
I highly recommend you read Red Heir before starting Elf Defence as otherwise you'll be a little confused about what the heck is going on when you do.This book is an absolute riot and there were quite a few places where I found myself laughing out loud and snickering in delight. Our two (three) MCs are the perfect mix of silly, sweet, innocent and guilty. The story is a whole heap of fun and the inclusion of the references to a certain Austrian-based movie were quite genius.I have no doubt both authors had an absolute ball writing this story and kept each other thoroughly entertained as they worked through their chapters/scenes - they certainly kept me turning the pages of this book.4/5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Top reviews from the United States

  • Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2023
    I love these books!! The dialogue is so fun! If you need a sweet and spicy love story to read; I definitely recommend this book and author! I'm excited for book 3! Thank you!
  • Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2024
    I had a wonderful time with this characters.  Benji was my favorite.  He is hilarious,  all of them are but I have a soft spot for him. I laugh from begining to end. Every character is amazing and so entertaining.
  • Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2020
    Calarian and Benji (impossibly beautiful elves that weren’t really cousins) are sent on a quest. Their quest goes sideways, but really how else could it go with two beautiful but not too bright elves?

    The best part about scaring someone from a tower, (not that killing someone is good you understand) was that they met Lars. Most beautiful human they’ve ever seen. Through all their trials, they persevered, except Benji got hooked on gingerbread. Deep, soul need, addiction.

    Funny, sexy, (what the heck is an alchemist with a twist anyway?) over the top good book.

    (Authors should get an award for the most imaginative use of a musical).
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2020
    I don't think I've loved a sequel more. Benji and Cal (From Red Heir) continue their "Elves with Benefits" relationship. I love Benji's anarchist little heart, Cal's more 'open to humans' soul and the way both of them added Lars to their little collective.
    The references to The a certain musical are clever and hilarious! There were so many passages I wanted to highlight that I would have coloured the entire book.
    Absolutely enjoyed it and highly recommend 👍
  • Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2021
    This series is just a fun read. Kind of ridiculous, you will smile maybe even laugh. The love story is kind of predictable but it's in such a cute package that you won't mind.
  • Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2021
    ◄ Review for Audiobook ►
    Would I listen to it again: yes
    Did the story keep me engaged: for the most part
    Was I invested in the characters: yes

    📖 Story comment: easy pace, likeable characters, reasonable flow (although I found the middle dragged on just a bit long). This was a light MMM fantasy adventure, there are some fun moments, some eye-rolling moments, and if not taken too seriously, it's an entertaining story. I enjoyed the references to the crazy ex-nun singing with the blond children on the mountainside.

    🎧 Narrator comment: I enjoy Nick Russo as a narrator, he has good cadence, inflections and intonations and it's easy to distinguish the characters from each other. He did a great job bringing the characters of Elf Defence to life, and they were consistent with the voices of Book 1. Overall an enjoyable performance and I look forward to book 3.

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    ⚠ I received a complimentary copy of this book from the Author - it has in no way influenced my review.
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    📌 Where does it sit on my personal scale? 6

    • 1 not my thing • 2 didn't like the narration • 3 didn't keep my attention • 4 was good, but once was enough • 5 enjoyed it • 6 will listen again if i'm in the mood for the narrator • 7 goes on the "re-listen" list • 8 kept me up past bed-time • 9 recommended to family/friends • 10 own it in multiple formats • 11 keep a copy with me at all times
  • Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2021
    I immediately started reading this after I read the first book in the series, and I couldn't put ot down! Its a fast paced quick read, and I adored the romance between the three main characters. Its got quite a few funny bits and a cameo you definitely won't see coming. If you like m/m fluff, you will probably enjoy this book :)
  • Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2021
    I was super excited to see a second book in this series, and even more excited that it featured Cal and Benji. Just like the first it was hilarious, ridiculous in the best of ways, very, very sweet with a couple truly heartfelt adorable moments, and just overall a great book.

Top reviews from other countries

  • Christine.Marcoux
    5.0 out of 5 stars The second book is as good as the first
    Reviewed in Canada on December 5, 2020
    The story of Cal, Benji and Lars is as funny as the first book! You’ll pass a good time reading. The humour and ridiculousness goes hand in hand in this quest story.

    The love between Cal and Benji gets finally recognized as they become a triad/trouple with Lars. They finally recognized that even if they are elves they caught feelings for each other.
    The moral of the story is goodish because every wrong gets punished: Cal & Benji have to clear the fountain rubbles because they lied to the citizens and Gunther gets a kind of just punishment for his misdeeds. The only wrong that remains in their revolutionary paradise of a democratic monarchy is: the nun singing with her charged while dancing in the mountains. But I guess nothing can be perfect. And... I want to know who is Simon!
  • XG
    5.0 out of 5 stars Nice!!
    Reviewed in Mexico on October 26, 2020
    This is the first book I have read on this series and I enjoyed a lot the funny adventures of Calarian, Benji and Lars. Full of heartwarming moments, sweet situations, wonderful characters and even some intrigue, this book was so good that now I need to read book 1, to see if It is as good. Nice reading!
  • Noel
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very funny, read it at your peril !
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 4, 2021
    Not sure the von trapp reference totally worked, but yay, go Nuns. A shocking start to the book doesn’t suggest humour, but stick with it, it won’t be long before your smiling, although this works well as a standalone, I’d recommend reading Book 1 first - Red Heir, the back story enhances the book. Another bonkers, filthy and very funny story. It’s still comical even when Benji is facing certain death
  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Yay socialist agenda
    Reviewed in Australia on December 4, 2020
    Hilarious. Just so funny and sweet at once. I want more and I'll be recommending this if anyone asks if I've read anything good lately.
  • Elizabeth D
    4.0 out of 5 stars Silly and fun fantasy adventure in the mountains
    Reviewed in Canada on July 30, 2023
    3.5/5 Cal, Benji, and Lars make an excellent triad. I was actually a bit surprised when the book started with Cal and Benji because I had not got a couple vibe from them in book one. This book clearly established that they weren’t there before, and while they were maybe working their way in that direction, it took the addition of Lars to really get them to figure things out.

    I loved how they each got to stay true to their principles but they grew as people and learned to be more flexible about what those principles actually were. It was fun how many things were just that little bit twisted from expectations and the norm: the trolls, the monster, the dungeons and guards, the way to effect great political change (lol). Plus, I’m a great lover of gingerbread, so I am in full agreement about Benji’s obsession, lol. You definitely need to be in the right mood for the silly humour, but there’s something so light-hearted and joyful about it.

    I would have liked to see more of the old crew, but it also makes sense for Cal and Benji to have their own adventure, and there are plenty of quirky characters in Tournel. It’s certainly never boring with Cal, Benji, and Lars around.

    Looking forward to Dave’s book!

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