Switched (novel)

Switched is a young adult paranormal romance novel written by Amanda Hocking. It is the first book in the Trylle Trilogy. The novel was initially self-published as an ebook in 2010 and later acquired by St. Martin's Griffin, who re-released it in 2011.

Switched follows the story of Wendy Everly, a sixteen-year-old girl living in Minnesota who has always felt like an outsider. She has a history of violent outbursts and a complicated relationship with her mother. Her life takes a drastic turn when she discovers she is not who she thought she was – she is a changeling, a human-like creature switched at birth with a baby of the Trylle, a secret race of trolls.

The story revolves around Wendy's adjustment to her newfound identity and her introduction to the Trylle world. She meets Finn Holmes, a tracker sent to bring her back to the Trylle kingdom, and wrestles with her feelings for him while navigating the complex social dynamics and political intrigue of the Trylle court.

The themes explored in Switched include identity, belonging, destiny, and the conflict between human and supernatural worlds. The novel is known for its fast-paced plot, romantic elements, and introduction to the complex lore of the Trylle universe, establishing the foundation for the subsequent books in the trilogy.