Wednesday, September 26, 2012



"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...



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Title:  Dark Triumph
Author:  Robin LaFevers
Series:  2nd book in His Fair Assassin series
Publisher:  Houghton Mifflin Books for Children
Publication Date:  April 2, 2013

Sybella arrives at the convent’s doorstep half mad with grief and despair. Those that serve Death are only too happy to offer her refuge—but at a price. Naturally skilled in both the arts of death and seduction, the convent views Sybella as one of their most dangerous weapons.

But those assassin’s skills are little comfort when the convent returns her to a life that nearly drove her mad. Her father’s rage and brutality are terrifying, and her brother’s love is equally monstrous. And while Sybella is a weapon of justice wrought by the god of Death himself, He must give her a reason to live. When she discovers an unexpected ally imprisoned in the dungeons, will a daughter of Death find something other than vengeance to live for?

This heart-pounding sequel to Grave Mercy serves betrayal, treachery, and danger in equal measure, bringing readers back to fifteenth century Brittany and will keep them on the edge of their seats.


Why I'm waiting:  This is the sequel to Grave Mercy, which I loved.  Actually, it's more of a companion novel than a sequel, as this is Sybella's story, not the continuation of Ismae's.  I really enjoyed seeing Ismae's fate as an assassin come to fruition in the first book, but something about Sybella always intrigued me.  I can't wait to read more of her story!

What are you guys waiting on this week?

21 comments:

  1. I never finished Grave Mercy but I want to give it a go again. Sounds like I could read this one still since it is a companion.
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    1. Yep, I think you could read this one without having finished Grave Mercy, though I think you should read that one. It starts off slow but gets really good. :)

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  2. I haven't read Grave Mercy yet though I have it on my list... somewhere ^^''
    I love books with/about assassins though, so I definitely want to give this series a go! Great pick :)

    My WoW pick

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    1. Yep, you even mention "assassins" when you're talking about a book, and you're guaranteed to grab my attention. :)

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  3. Omg great choice!! I love this series. Grave Mercy was one of the best books I read this year. Have high hopes for this next one.

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    1. Agreed, I loved Grave Mercy! Was it really only this year that I read it, though? Seems sooo long ago. :P

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  4. Great choice. Sounds like an awesome read.

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    1. If the first book is any indication, it will be. :)

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  5. I guess I need to read Grave Mercy because this shiz looks awesome. Covers with heavily cowled cloaks and daggers get me EVERY. SINGLE. TIME.

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  6. I have yet to read the first one (and I want to do it soon <3), but great pick!

    My WoW.

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    1. If you like fantasy/historical fiction and kick-butt assassin chicks, you should definitely check out this series. :)

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  7. Oooo, nice! This is a new one to me, but it sounds awesome. I see it's the second in a series... I'll definitely have to check out the first one!

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  8. OOOH Yes! Can't wait for this one! :D LOVED Grave Mercy
    Stop by MY WOW?
    <3 Inky@ Book Haven Extraordinaire

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  9. Oh my gosh, yes to this! I loved the first book, and I'm really excited to read the story from another girl's perspective! Can't wait until it's out! Great choice :)

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  10. Great pick! I love the cover. I still haven't read Grave Mercy. *cries*

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  11. I can't seem to finish Grave Mercy either Drea. The book wasn't as hot as i heard but the story isn't bad. I'll finish it someday.

    http://itchingforbooks.blogspot.com/2012/09/waiting-on-wednesday-15.html

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  12. I still need to read Grave Mercy. I need to read it. This one does look amazing.
    Here's my WoW

    Thanks for sharing!

    ~Danica Page
    Taking it One Page at a Time

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  13. Excellent WoW! This book sounds amazing... :-)

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  14. Oh, Me too! I can't wait to read this.

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  15. I heard great things about Grave Mercy. I'll have to check them out.

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