This is a weekly book meme, hosted by

Jill at Breaking the Spine,

which features future releases that we book bloggers

are eagerly anticipating!

My pick for this week is Wolfsbane,
by Andrea Cremer.

Wolfsbane

(Nightshade #2)

Andrea Cremer

Hardcover, 400 pages

Published by Philomel

Expected Release Date: July 26, 2011

Genre: YA Paranormal Romance

From the Goodreads Synopsis

This thrilling sequel to the much-talked-about Nightshade begins just where it ended-Calla Tor wakes up in the lair of the Searchers, her sworn enemy, and she's certain her days are numbered. But then the Searchers make her an offer-one that gives her the chance to destroy her former masters and save the pack-and the man-she left behind.

Although I do prefer the original cover,
I'm still looking forward to the release of this book!
It's just such a great story!

I must sheepishly confess that I haven't read
the first volume, Nightshade, yet...
but I do want this one already, anyway!!




So what books are you all eagerly anticipating
this Wednesday?

Waiting On Wednesday #8: Winter's Shadow - M.J. Hearle

This is a weekly book meme, hosted by

Jill at Breaking the Spine,

which features future releases that we book bloggers

are eagerly anticipating!

My pick for this week is Winter's Shadow,
by M.J. Hearle.

Winter's Shadow

M.J. Hearle

Trade Paperback, 432 pages

Published by Pan Macmillan, Australia

June 1, 2011

Genre: YA Paranormal Romance

From the Goodreads Synopsis

He's all that Winter Adams can think of. Ever since their fateful meeting at Pilgrim's Lament. Ever since he looked at her with those emerald eyes.

Ever since he saved her life.

But Blake isn't all that he seems. There is a strangeness about him, something dark and otherworldly.

Something dangerous...

This certainly sounds like an intriguing story!

When I read the synopsis,

I became totally fascinated!

You can see just how much of an impression

this novel has made

by reading the Goodreads reviews,

and going to  

the fan page on Facebook,

which you can access

HERE.

I'm sure the cover of the book is part of its appeal,

since it's obviously gorgeous!

Although the book has already been released, it's

by no means easy to obtain,

at least not for those of us who live in the U.S.

I've already checked Amazon, eBay,

Half.com, Abebooks, Alibris,

and Powells...

Of course, I can always order it 

directly from Australian book sellers.

Except that the shipping alone is

at least $25.00!

So I'm currently signed up to be notified

by The Book Depository

as soon as they have it in stock again...

Meanwhile, I will just have to finish

reading the books I've already started,

so I can post the reviews!

So what books are all of you 

waiting on this Wednesday?

Waiting on Wednesday #7: Heaven's Shadow

This is a weekly book meme, hosted by

Jill at Breaking the Spine,

which features future releases that we book bloggers

are eagerly anticipating!

My pick for this week is Heaven's Shadow,
by David S. Goyer and Michael Casutt. 

Heaven's Shadow

David S. Goyer & Michael Casutt

Hardcover, 416 pages

Published by Ace

Expected Release Date: July 5, 2011

Genre: Science Fiction

From the Amazon Synopsis

Three years ago, an object one hundred miles across was spotted on a trajectory for Earth's sun. Now, its journey is almost over. As it approaches, two competing manned vehicles race through almost half a million kilometers of space to reach it first. But when they both arrive on the entity, they learn that it has been sent toward Earth for a reason. An intelligent race is desperately attempting to communicate with our primitive species. And the message is: Help us.

This certainly sounds intriguing!

I also think it has a definite Star Trek influence,

and that's enough to get me interested,

since I love the series (the original one, that is)

as much as I love The Twilight Saga!!

Besides, I haven't read any terrific SF

in quite a while.

I've been too busy with YA paranormal romance!

So, this would be a nice change of pace.

Now, just when I'll be able to read it is

another matter entirely...

But it will look nice at the top of

my astronomical TBR pile!

So what book are you waiting on this Wednesday?

Waiting On Wednesday #6

This is a weekly book meme, hosted by

Jill at Breaking the Spine,

which features future releases that we book bloggers

are eagerly anticipating!


My pick for this week is Breath of Angel,
by Karyn Henley. 

This is the very first book in
The Angelaeon Circle,
and it sure promises to be exciting!

Breath of Angel

Karyn Henley

Paperback, 277 pages

Published by WaterBrook Press

Expected Release Date: June 21, 2011

Genre: YA paranormal romance,
Christian fiction

From the Goodreads Synopsis

Melaia finds herself in the middle of a blood feud

between two immortal brothers who destroyed

the stairway to heaven,

stranding angels in the earthly realm.

When the feud turns violent and Melaia becomes a target,

she finds refuge with a band of angels

attempting to restore the stairway. But the restoration is impossible

without the repayment of an ancient debt—

the “breath of angel, blood of man,”

a payment that involves Melaia’s

 heart, soul, and destiny.

This sure sounds like a winner to me!
And the cover is sooo beautiful, too,
with all that blue!

So what book are you anxiously waiting on this Wednesday?

Waiting On Wednesday #5:

This is a weekly book meme, hosted by

Jill at Breaking the Spine,

which features future releases that we book bloggers

are eagerly anticipating!


My pick for this week is Soul Thief,
by Jana Oliver. 

This is the sequel to The Demon Trapper's Daughter,
which I have yet to read,
but which is definitely up there on my TBR pile!

There are so many promising books to get to!!
Thanks to other blogs, I've heard
of these two books, looked them up on Amazon,
and just made up my mind that they
must be mine!!

Soul Thief

Jana Oliver

Trade Paperback, 320 pages

Published by St. Martin's Griffin

Expected Release Date:  August 30, 2011

Genre: YA Urban Fantasy

Synopsis

There has been a harrowing battle at the Tabernacle,

and Riley's boyfriend, Simon, has been

seriously injured.

Furthermore, many trappers are dead,

and an evil necromancer has taken her father's body

from its resting place,

in order to turn it into his slave for a year...

As Atlanta's demon population grows,

Demon Hunters are dispatched from

the Vatican itself...

and a Grade 5 demon is stalking Riley.

Hmmm.....this could be a problematic series for me.

I don't like anything related to horror,

and demons are heavy-duty denizens of Hell,

after all.

And yet....

if the good guys (or gals!) win, that's what matters

the most to me, really.

So I'm thinking that these books

might be fascinating reads!

I never have liked wimpy heroines,

and especially not in YA fiction!!

What book are you waiting on this Wednesday?

Waiting On Wednesday #4:

This is a weekly book meme, hosted by

Jill at Breaking the Spine,

which features future releases that we book bloggers

are eagerly anticipating!

My pick for this week is Passion,

the third book in the "Fallen" series,

by Lauren Kate.

Although I did enjoy the first book, Fallen,

much more than Torment, the second one,

I still want to wrap up this series, because

I simply love the main characters!

The romance of Luce and Daniel is so

enchanting!

Here's the third book:

Passion

Lauren Kate

Hardcover, 432 pages

Publisher: Delacorte Books for Young Readers

Release Date: June 14, 2011

Reading Genre: YA Paranormal Romance

Synopsis

In this novel, Luce tries to break the pattern of

endless incarnations she and Daniel,

who is an angel,

have been endlessly locked into for centuries.

So she travels into the past

to witness her earlier romances with Daniel,

hoping to uncover the key to

breaking the pattern..

Cam and the Outcasts are desperate to

catch Luce for their own purposes.

Daniel, too, is desperate to catch her,

but for a very different reason:

he's afraid of what might happen if Luce

successfully rewrites history...

Their love might very well go up in flames,

never to return.

This certainly sounds like an exciting read!

Now I'm wondering whether this will be the last book

in the series.

If you would like a taste of the first two books,

please read my reviews.

You can find my review of Fallen by just clicking HERE.

For my review of Torment, please click HERE.

For further information on this novel,

as well as to purchase it,

please click

HERE.

What book are you waiting on?

Waiting On Wednesday #3: Torrent, by Lisa Bergren

This is a weekly book meme, hosted by

Jill at Breaking the Spine,

which features future releases that we book bloggers

are eagerly anticipating!

The book I have picked this week

is the last one in The River of Time trilogy,

by Lisa T. Bergren.

This is an exciting YA series that combines

time travel, adventure, and romance!

Talk about a great combination of ingredients!

In the first volume,

the Betarrini sisters unexpectedly travel back

to 14th-century Italy,

encountering some interesting adventures, as well as

two great-looking Italian noblemen.

Then they are also hailed as great warriors in

the continuing battle between the cities of

Siena and Florence.

In the second volume,

they convince their mother, an eminent archaeologist,

to go back with them,

and more adventures ensue!

The trilogy comes to an end with this third volume.

(I wish it would go on forever....)

Torrent

Lisa T. Bergren

Trade Paperback, 352 pages

Publisher: David C. Cook

Expected Release Date: Sept. 1, 2011

Genre: YA Fantasy, Christian Fiction

Synopsis

In this last book of the series, the Betarrini sisters

have learned to travel the river of time,

rescuing their father from a tragic death.

They return to medieval Italy, which is now under the threat of

The Black Plague, together with their

newly-reunited parents.

They are also still immersed in the struggle between

the two rival cities,

and must make their final choices regarding Marcello and Luca!

If you are not yet familiar with this wonderful series,

I urge you to pick up the very first book, Waterfall, as soon as you can!

And remember...the second book, Cascade,

will be out next week!!!

For more information on this book, click HERE!

What book are you waiting on?

 

Waiting on Wednesday #2: Cascade, by Lisa T. Bergren

This is a weekly book meme, hosted by

Jill at Breaking the Spine,

which features future releases that we book bloggers

are eagerly anticipating!

Well, here's my second W.O.W.!!

I'm very excited about the book I have chosen

for this one!

It's the second volume in the River of Time trilogy,

by Lisa T. Bergren.

I recently won the first book, Waterfall,

which I discovered through
a combination giveaway/author interview

hosted by Katy

at Legacy of a Writer.

This series of books is a heady combination

of romance, adventure, and time travel!

The first novel, which I devoured, 
introduces the protagonist, Gabriela Betarrini,

who, together with her sister Lia,

is accidentally thrown back

to the Italy of the 14th century.

You can check out my review of Waterfall HERE.

And now, this is the second book in the series:

Cascade

Lisa T. Bergren

Trade Paperback, 416 pages

Published by David C. Cook

Reading Genre: Young Adult, Christian

Release date: June 1st, 2011

Synopsis

In this second installment, Gabi persuades

 her sister and mother to return to the 14th century,

where Gabi's love, Marcello, waits for her

at Castle Forelli.

The enemies of Marcello's family want to kill

both sisters, for, thanks to their

heroic actions, the tide has turned

against the city of Florence,

in its long struggle with the city of Siena.

Gabi must also come to a heartbreaking decision:

will she leave her family 'behind',

in the 21st century,

in order to stay with the love of her life,

in Italy's past?

Having already been swept away by the first novel in this series,
I can hardly wait for the release of this one,
which is already just one week away!!

And all these books have such beautiful covers, too!!


For more information about Cascade,
as well as to purchase a copy, just click
HERE!

Waiting On Wednesday #1 / Giveaway at Hale & Salvatore Supernatural Must Reads

 

This is a weekly book meme, hosted by

Jill at  Breaking the Spine,

which features future releases that we book bloggers

are eagerly anticipating!

After seeing this meme on other blogs, I decided

to jump on the bandwagon myself.

So here's my very first W.O.W. experience!

The book I'd like to feature today also happens to be

part of a giveaway at Hale & Salvatore Supernatural Must Reads.

Now, I wasn't expecting to do this, but I'm actually combining

a book meme with a post

about another blog's giveaway....

Well, anyhow, without further ado, here's the book:

Die For Me

Amy Plum

Hardcover, 352 pages

Published: HarperTeen

May10, 2011

Reading Genre: Young Adult

Yes, I know....this book was released yesterday.
But I'm still eagerly anticipating it, since I don't own it yet!

Synopsis

The plot of this novel attracted me right away

because it combines my two greatest passions:

books and art.

The protagonist, Kate Mercier, is an orphan

who goes to Paris, France

to live with her grandparents.

She escapes into books and art in order to

deal with her pain and grief.

Then she meets Vincent, who is,

of course, devastatingly handsome and charming.

Did I mention that he's also mysterious?

No, he's not a vampire....but a revenant,

a strange being who is somehow immortal,  

and yet, is also fated to give his life to
save others, again and again....

Then, too, there's a war going on,

between the good and evil revenants,

and Kate, who falls in love with Vincent, may never

be safe again...

Quote from Amazon's Product Description:

In this incandescent debut, newcomer Amy Plum has created a powerful paranormal mythology with immortal revenants. The Paris setting comes enchantingly alive as a relentless struggle between good and evil takes place in its streets. Rich with romance, atmosphere, and thrills, Die for Me will leave readers breathlessly awaiting its sequel.

I haven't ordered this book from Amazon yet

because I'm waiting to see if I can win it in the giveaway.

Sure hope I do!

If my luck holds (I've won four books in two other

blog giveaways so far this year), 

I will soon be able to welcome this book

onto my already overflowing living room couch!
(My bookshelves are full.)

If I don't get an e-mail from

Hale and Salvatore telling me that I've won

the book, I will order it from Amazon right away!!

This giveaway ends on May 16th, 2011.

There are other titles included.  Each contestant

can pick the book they would like to win!

To see the original post, just click HERE.

To enter the contest, click HERE.

If you would like to purchase this book, click HERE.

I CAN HARDLY WAIT TO FIND OUT WHETHER

I'VE WON THE BOOK!!!

(But I do wish "good luck" to all those who entered.)