"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's WoW selection is...
's Pick:
Title: Windwitch Author: Susan Dennard Series: The Witchlands, book #2 Publisher: Tor Teen Publication Date: January 3, 2017
On a continent ruled by three empires, some are born with a "witchery," a magical skill that sets them apart from others.
Windwitch continues the tale begun in Truthwitch, with a focus on Merik--cunning privateer, prince, windwitch, and reader favorite.
So, I wasn't as taken by Truthwitch as some were, but I still get the appeal. However, I get the appeal of a book that features Merik even more, though. ;0) I feel like I should re-read the first book soon...I'll settle for this excerpt from Windwitch, though. =)
What are you desperately waiting for this Wednesday? Let us know in the comments or share a link to your own WoW post!
Title: Truthwitch Author: Susan Dennard Narrator(s): Cassandra Campbell Series:The Witchlands, book #1 Length: 14 hrs 41 mins Publisher: Listening Library Publication Date: January 5, 2016 Source: ARC received from publisher, purchased audio Purchase:Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Audible
On a continent ruled by three empires, some are born with a “witchery,” a magical skill that sets them apart from others.
In the Witchlands, there are almost as many types of magic as there are ways to get in trouble—as two desperate young women know all too well. Safiya is a Truthwitch, able to discern truth from lie. It’s a powerful magic that many would kill to have on their side, especially amongst the nobility to which Safi was born. So Safi must keep her gift hidden, lest she be used as a pawn in the struggle between empires.
Iseult, a Threadwitch, can see the invisible ties that bind and entangle the lives around her—but she cannot see the bonds that touch her own heart. Her unlikely friendship with Safi has taken her from life as an outcast into one of of reckless adventure, where she is a cool, wary balance to Safi’s hotheaded impulsiveness.
Safi and Iseult just want to be free to live their own lives, but war is coming to the Witchlands. With the help of the cunning Prince Merik (a Windwitch and ship’s captain) and the hindrance of a Bloodwitch bent on revenge, the friends must fight emperors, princes, and mercenaries alike, who will stop at nothing to get their hands on a Truthwitch.
I know, I know. What took me so long, right? The hype. It scared me. No way could it be that good. Of course, I said the same about Six of Crows. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ But, sometimes I find that the audio version is even better, makes for an even more enjoyable reading experience. And in this case, I think it was the better choice because no way would I have read it with Cassandra Campbell's accents and emotions. It was really quite good.
I've only read the first book in Dennard's other series, and to be honest, it was kind of fun but not very impressive. So, I lowered my expectations for this novel initially. But then the hype. Hype can go either way for a novel, but in this case, I think it's pretty well deserved.
That cover is so fiercely awesome, guys...I can't even. And then to read Susan talk about the fierce friendship in this book and what it means to her....YAAAAASSSS! The friendships in this book are what I think make the book so special. There just aren't enough books that focus on friendship over romance, but this one so does.
The magic system presented in this novel is equally awesome, though. So many individual powers, so many ways to use them. I just read another book -- though, for the life of me, I cannot remember which one -- where one of the characters was able to discern whether someone was telling the truth, and I loved how that ability was employed. In this novel, the power is explained in a more realistic way, showing that the ability is not infallible but that it does have its uses.
And that unseen villain! There are tons of enemies in the story, but just the mentions of the big baddie leave me with a sense of foreboding and loss. I'm actually hoping that one of these guys turns into more of a frienemy...or dare I say, maybe even a love interest? It wouldn't be beyond the realm of possibility, and I just love a great redeemable villain. ;P
It's kind of weird because I feel like the middle of this book was the strongest portion for me. Usually, that's the area that drags, but not in this story. In fact, the whole story had me captivated from beginning to end. And after that ending, I'm very much interested in picking up the next book. This is one of those times where a series' potential definitely lives up to the hype.
GIF it to me straight:
About the author:
Susan Dennard has come a long way from small-town Georgia. With a masters degree in marine biology, she got to travel the world—six out of seven continents, to be exact (she’ll get to Asia one of these days!)—before she settled down as a full-time novelist and writing instructor.
She is the author of the Something Strange and Deadly series (from HarperTeen) as well as the forthcoming Witchlands series (Tor, 2015). When not writing, she can be found hiking with her dogs, exploring tidal pools, or earning bruises at the dojo.
"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's WoW selections are...
's Pick:
Title: The Heir Author: Kiera Cass Series:The Selection #4
Publisher: HarperTeen Publication Date: May 5th, 2015
Twenty years ago, America Singer entered the Selection and won Prince Maxon’s heart. Now the time has come for Princess Eadlyn to hold a Selection of her own. Eadlyn doesn’t expect her Selection to be anything like her parents’ fairy-tale love story. But as the competition begins, she may discover that finding her own happily ever after isn’t as impossible as she always thought.
Normally I can be a pretty picky reader. So I was surprised by how much I've been enjoying The Selection books. I've been eating them up like candy. They are just fun and paired with some of the tear jerkers I've read lately, it makes for a perfect balance.
Thankfully I don't have too long to wait for The Heir. They probably could have just left the series as is. Which is what I thought they would do originally, but I'm still going to be all over this shit and I'm once again dragging my buddy reader Jess with me. lol. :)
And these covers.. they are gorgeous. I think this one might be my favorite. It looks so Spacey.
's Pick:
Title: Truthwitch Author: Susan Dennard Series:The Witchlands, book #1 Publisher: Tor Publication Date: January 2016
On a continent ruled by three empires, some are born with a “witchery,” a magical skill that sets them apart from others.
In the Witchlands, there are almost as many types of magic as there are ways to get in trouble—as two desperate young women know all too well. Safiya is a Truthwitch, able to discern truth from lie. It’s a powerful magic that many would kill to have on their side, especially amongst the nobility to which Safi was born. So Safi must keep her gift hidden, lest she be used as a pawn in the struggle between empires.
Iseult, a Threadwitch, can see the invisible ties that bind and entangle the lives around her—but she cannot see the bonds that touch her own heart. Her unlikely friendship with Safi has taken her from life as an outcast into one of of reckless adventure, where she is a cool, wary balance to Safi’s hotheaded impulsiveness.
Safi and Iseult just want to be free to live their own lives, but war is coming to the Witchlands. With the help of the cunning Prince Merik (a Windwitch and ship’s captain) and the hindrance of a Bloodwitch bent on revenge, the friends must fight emperors, princes, and mercenaries alike, who will stop at nothing to get their hands on a Truthwitch.
That cover is so fiercely awesome, guys...I can't even. And then to read Susan talk about the fierce friendship in this book and what it means to her....YAAAAASSSS! I just read another book -- though, for the life of me, I cannot remember which one -- where one of the characters was able to discern whether someone was telling the truth, and I loved how that ability was employed. I can't wait to see how it's used in this novel!
What are you desperately waiting for this Wednesday? Let us know in the comments or share a link to your own WoW post!
I work with numbers by day, and I'm a mommy and avid reader by night. I'm a self-proclaimed Spreadsheet Queen, and I'll read anything you put in front of me. I seriously love all the books! And I adore audiobooks, too!
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
{WOW} WINDWITCH by Susan Dennard
"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's WoW selection is...
's Pick:
Author: Susan Dennard
Series: The Witchlands, book #2
Publisher: Tor Teen
Publication Date: January 3, 2017
So, I wasn't as taken by Truthwitch as some were, but I still get the appeal. However, I get the appeal of a book that features Merik even more, though. ;0) I feel like I should re-read the first book soon...I'll settle for this excerpt from Windwitch, though. =)
What are you desperately waiting for this Wednesday? Let us know in the comments or share a link to your own WoW post!
Tuesday, January 12, 2016
The Truth About Truthwitch? It's Worth the Hype.
Author: Susan Dennard
Narrator(s): Cassandra Campbell
Series: The Witchlands, book #1
Length: 14 hrs 41 mins
Publisher: Listening Library
Publication Date: January 5, 2016
Source: ARC received from publisher, purchased audio
Purchase: Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Audible
I know, I know. What took me so long, right? The hype. It scared me. No way could it be that good. Of course, I said the same about Six of Crows. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ But, sometimes I find that the audio version is even better, makes for an even more enjoyable reading experience. And in this case, I think it was the better choice because no way would I have read it with Cassandra Campbell's accents and emotions. It was really quite good.
I've only read the first book in Dennard's other series, and to be honest, it was kind of fun but not very impressive. So, I lowered my expectations for this novel initially. But then the hype. Hype can go either way for a novel, but in this case, I think it's pretty well deserved.
That cover is so fiercely awesome, guys...I can't even. And then to read Susan talk about the fierce friendship in this book and what it means to her....YAAAAASSSS! The friendships in this book are what I think make the book so special. There just aren't enough books that focus on friendship over romance, but this one so does.
The magic system presented in this novel is equally awesome, though. So many individual powers, so many ways to use them. I just read another book -- though, for the life of me, I cannot remember which one -- where one of the characters was able to discern whether someone was telling the truth, and I loved how that ability was employed. In this novel, the power is explained in a more realistic way, showing that the ability is not infallible but that it does have its uses.
And that unseen villain! There are tons of enemies in the story, but just the mentions of the big baddie leave me with a sense of foreboding and loss. I'm actually hoping that one of these guys turns into more of a frienemy...or dare I say, maybe even a love interest? It wouldn't be beyond the realm of possibility, and I just love a great redeemable villain. ;P
It's kind of weird because I feel like the middle of this book was the strongest portion for me. Usually, that's the area that drags, but not in this story. In fact, the whole story had me captivated from beginning to end. And after that ending, I'm very much interested in picking up the next book. This is one of those times where a series' potential definitely lives up to the hype.
Wednesday, April 15, 2015
Waiting on Wednesday: The Heir & Truthwitch
"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's WoW selections are...
's Pick:
Author: Kiera Cass
Series: The Selection #4
Publisher: HarperTeen
Publication Date: May 5th, 2015
Normally I can be a pretty picky reader. So I was surprised by how much I've been enjoying The Selection books. I've been eating them up like candy. They are just fun and paired with some of the tear jerkers I've read lately, it makes for a perfect balance.
Thankfully I don't have too long to wait for The Heir. They probably could have just left the series as is. Which is what I thought they would do originally, but I'm still going to be all over this shit and I'm once again dragging my buddy reader Jess with me. lol. :)
And these covers.. they are gorgeous. I think this one might be my favorite. It looks so Spacey.
's Pick:
Author: Susan Dennard
Series: The Witchlands, book #1
Publisher: Tor
Publication Date: January 2016
That cover is so fiercely awesome, guys...I can't even. And then to read Susan talk about the fierce friendship in this book and what it means to her....YAAAAASSSS! I just read another book -- though, for the life of me, I cannot remember which one -- where one of the characters was able to discern whether someone was telling the truth, and I loved how that ability was employed. I can't wait to see how it's used in this novel!
What are you desperately waiting for this Wednesday? Let us know in the comments or share a link to your own WoW post!
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