"Waiting On" Wednesday - The Selection

"Waiting On"  Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating. 

This week I'm waiting on...
The Selection by Kiera Cass

 * Book will be released April 24, 2012

Check out the description from Goodreads:

"For thirty-five girls, the Selection is the chance of a lifetime. The opportunity to escape the life laid out for them since birth. To be swept up in a world of glittering gowns and priceless jewels. To live in the palace and compete for the heart of the gorgeous Prince Maxon.

But for America Singer, being Selected is a nightmare. It means turning her back on her secret love with Aspen, who is a caste below her. Leaving her home to enter a fierce competition for a crown she doesn't want. Living in a palace that is constantly threatened by violent rebel attacks.

Then America meets Prince Maxon. Gradually, she starts to question all the plans she's made for herself- and realizes that the life she's always dreamed of may not compare to a future she never imagined."

This books cover really catches your attention it's pretty yet menacing at the same time.  It looks like it's going to be kind of a mix of romantic/dystopian.  With the intriguing premise and an interesting looking character, I'm looking forward to reading this book.

"Waiting On" Wednesday - Every Other Day

"Waiting On"  Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating. 

This week I'm waiting on...
Every Other Day by Jennifer Lynn Barnes

* Book will be released December 27, 2011

Check out the description from Goodreads:

"Every other day, Kali D'Angelo is a normal sixteen-year-old girl. She goes to public high school. She attends pep rallies. She's human.

And then every day in between . . .She's something else entirely.

Though she still looks like herself, every twenty-four hours predatory instincts take over and Kali becomes a feared demon-hunter with the undeniable urge to hunt, trap, and kill zombies, hellhounds, and other supernatural creatures. Kali has no idea why she is the way she is, but she gives in to instinct anyway. Even though the government considers it environmental terrorism.

When Kali notices a mark on the lower back of a popular girl at school, she knows instantly that the girl is marked for death by one of these creatures. Kali has twenty-four hours to save her and, unfortunately, she'll have to do it as a human. With the help of a few new friends, Kali takes a risk that her human body might not survive. . .and learns the secrets of her mysterious condition in the process."

This book has intrigued me since I first read the description.  I've loved all of the other books that I've read by Jennifer Lynn Barnes and I have a feeling that this one will be no exception.  Sounds like a great premise and I can't wait to find out what is going on with this character.

"Waiting On" Wednesday - Touch of Power

"Waiting On"  Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating. 

This week I'm waiting on...


Touch of Power by Maria V. Snyder

* Book will be released December 20, 2011
Check out the description from Goodreads:

"Laying hands upon the injured and dying, Avry of Kazan assumes their wounds and diseases into herself. But rather than being honored for her skills, she is hunted. Healers like Avry are accused of spreading the plague that has decimated the Territories, leaving the survivors in a state of chaos.

Stressed and tired from hiding, Avry is abducted by a band of rogues who, shockingly, value her gift above the golden bounty offered for her capture. Their leader, an enigmatic captor-protector with powers of his own, is unequivocal in his demands: Avry must heal a plague-stricken prince—leader of a campaign against her people. As they traverse the daunting Nine Mountains, beset by mercenaries and magical dangers, Avry must decide who is worth healing and what is worth dying for. Because the price of peace may well be her life...."

I can't wait to read this book because if it's anything like Snyder's past books, I'm pretty sure that I'm going to love reading it.  It looks like this will be quite the interesting setting and have some intriguing characters.

"Waiting On" Wednesday - Don't Expect Magic

"Waiting On"  Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating. 

This week I'm waiting on... 

Don't Expect Magic by Kathy McCullough

* Book will be released November 8, 2011

This looks like a really interesting book. I actually discovered it when doing one of those cover scavenger hunts where they only show you pieces of the cover and you have to guess/find what book it's from, so I found it and then after reading the description put it on my to read list.  I like how looks like it'll be kind of a whole twist on having magic powers/finding out a family secret.  I can't wait to see things from a fairy godfather/godmother point of view.  Books with magic are always a plus and it looks like this book's going to be a lot of fun. 

Also make sure to check out the amazon page where you can read the first chapter.

"Waiting On" Wednesday - Head Rush

"Waiting On"  Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating. 

This week I'm waiting on... 

Head Rush by Carolyn Crane

* According to Crane's site the release dates for the book are: "October 25 audio book; December 6 in ebook;  mid 2012 print."

I can't wait to read the final book in the Disillusionists trilogy especially after the end of Double Cross.  The characters are great, the story has probably has one of the best love triangles, and it is getting insane (in a good way).  If you can't tell I'm a little fanatical about this series and was worried that the third book might never happen but now that it is I'm very excited.  I'll probably buy the book in all three formats.

"Waiting On" Wednesday - The Scorpio Races

"Waiting On"  Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating. 

This week I'm waiting on...

The Scorpio Races by Maggie Stiefvater

* Book will be released October 18, 2011

This book looks like quite the twisty interesting read.  I've always found water horses to be intriguing and the concept of racing them should make for an exciting time.  I like Stiefvater's writing style and am looking forward to seeing what she does with this story.

"Waiting On" Wednesday - Fever

"Waiting On"  Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating. 

This week I'm waiting on... 

Fever by Lauren DeStefano

* Book will be released February 21, 2012

I can't wait to read this book.  The first book Wither was a crazy read but I loved every second of it, as you can see from my review here
 
After the ending of the last one, I can't wait to see what happens next especially since in this world you don't grow old you just die young.  Rhine has a lot of choices to make and a pretty ruthless enemy to overcome.