Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Waiting on Wednesday: Crown of Midnight by Sarah J. Maas



"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: Crown of Midnight
Author: Sarah J. Maas
Series: Throne of Glass, book #2
Publisher: Bloomsbury USA Childrens
Publication Date: August 27, 2013

An assassin’s loyalties are always in doubt.
But her heart never wavers.

After a year of hard labor in the Salt Mines of Endovier, eighteen-year-old assassin Celaena Sardothien has won the king's contest to become the new royal assassin. Yet Celaena is far from loyal to the crown – a secret she hides from even her most intimate confidantes.

Keeping up the deadly charade—while pretending to do the king's bidding—will test her in frightening new ways, especially when she's given a task that could jeopardize everything she's come to care for. And there are far more dangerous forces gathering on the horizon -- forces that threaten to destroy her entire world, and will surely force Celaena to make a choice.

Where do the assassin’s loyalties lie, and who is she most willing to fight for?


 Why I'm waiting:  I loved Throne of Glass so hard when I read it last year.  I love a tough heroine, especially when they're battling their own conscience, but Celaena is now one of my favorites.  I liked the potential romance(s) in the first book, too, but I'm kind of glad there's no mention of it in this summary.  Makes me think that it won't be a focal point of the story.  Though, I still firmly believe Chaol is the man for this beautiful assassin.  ;0)

I also love this cover change...definitely more fitting for the series:

Throne of Glass (Throne of Glass, #1)           vs.          Throne of Glass (Throne of Glass, #1)Crown of Midnight (Throne of Glass, #2)


What are you waiting on this week?  Feel free to share it in the comments or leave a link so we can stop by!

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28 comments:

  1. UnknownApril 17, 2013 at 12:45 AM

    Cool cover! So many bloggers are excited for this one. Thanks for sharing!

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  2. UnknownApril 17, 2013 at 1:04 AM

    I'm like the only person that couldn't finish this. But I did like Prince Dorian.
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    1. Amanda DApril 18, 2013 at 9:05 AM

      Your not alone. I didn't finish it either. I was going to try it again because I did the same with Delirium and ended up liking it.

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  3. selkiereadsApril 17, 2013 at 5:02 AM

    I'm on Team Chaol, too! A lot of bloggers are definitely waiting on this one, and i'm part of the club. Great pick!

    - Ellie at The Selkie Reads Stories

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  4. Kristin A.April 17, 2013 at 7:08 AM

    This is a cover change I actually like, lol. I still need to start this series at some point as it sounds really good.

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  5. Laurel-Rain SnowApril 17, 2013 at 7:22 AM

    Looks exciting! Enjoy....and here's MY WOW POST

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  6. NaraApril 17, 2013 at 7:39 AM

    Definitely looking forward to this one! I recently reread Throne of Glass, which increased my excitement for Crown of Midnight. And, yep, Team Chaol :D
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  7. Emily BlakeApril 17, 2013 at 8:05 AM

    I totally prefer the cover change! It does fit the series better, and it's more kick-butt. I'm ashamed to say I haven't actually read Throne of Glass, but it's on my shelf so hopefully I'll get to it soon. I don't know why I haven't read it considering I usually love books like it...but oh well. I'm still super excited for the sequel!

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  8. LeeannaApril 17, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    I like the cover change; I liked the UK cover for Throne of Glass much better than the US one.

    Still haven't read it, but the good thing in waiting is I don't have as long of a wait for the next book :D

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  9. Carmen B.April 17, 2013 at 8:57 AM

    I can't wait for it either!!! I read Throne of Glass in a day. And I'm also glad the US covers now orient themselves on the UK ones - they fit so much better. Caelena's position is so different now and I need to find out what she'll do and what happens with Chaol and Dorian!

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  10. The Book RogueApril 17, 2013 at 9:00 AM

    I agree with the cover change. =) I heard great things about Throne of Glass. Hope you enjoy the sequel! My WoW

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  11. Synchronized ReadingApril 17, 2013 at 9:15 AM

    I have yet to read The Throne of Glass, but I have it :) Glad you liked it!

    Janina
    My WW!

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  12. Sara @ Forever 17 BooksApril 17, 2013 at 9:22 AM

    Welp, another one I have a copy of the first book but haven't read. *sigh* Kinda wish I had the other cover because I like it WAY better. This is one cover change I am down with! Have a great day Jen! :)

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  13. Beneath the Moon and StarsApril 17, 2013 at 9:42 AM

    Wow that's a huge cover change! I like the new one better! I haven't read the books yet but I've heard some great things! Maybe I'll have to check them out :). Thanks for sharing!

    Jasmine

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  14. AprilApril 17, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    Oh, big surprise! a cover change. lol. It's okay, I'm no longer bitter because I only buy kindle books now. :o)

    I do agree, these covers are much more fitting. Can't wait for this one too. Throne of Glass was awesome.

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  15. KarenApril 17, 2013 at 10:20 AM

    I didn't know this series was about assassins! I'm adding it to my list immediately!

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  16. UnknownApril 17, 2013 at 11:16 AM

    This is one of the few times I've been happy they changed the cover. I never really liked the old one, but I love the new ones.

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  17. JenApril 17, 2013 at 11:42 AM

    Love the new covers! I thought the old cover was really lovely, but it looked more like an ad for hair care products. The new one screams "fantasy" and "assassin" much more clearly. Really hoping I snag this one at BEA :)

    Thanks for stopping by my WoW! Jen @ YA Romantics

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  18. Michelle SantiagoApril 17, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    i love the new covers too! definitely more fitting. great pick :D

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    -michelle

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  19. UnknownApril 17, 2013 at 12:56 PM

    I really do love the cover compared to the first installment. I still have to read Throne of Glass though!
    My WoW Pick!

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  20. JenniferApril 17, 2013 at 6:46 PM

    I have Throne of Glass, but need to read it soon. I agree that I love the new covers better. Thanks for sharing!

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  21. Karis JacobsteinApril 17, 2013 at 7:23 PM

    I don't have words for how excited I am for this book! AND for the first time, I am actually happy about a cover change! Loving the new cover. Great pick!

    Check out my WoW!

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  22. JennReneeApril 17, 2013 at 9:22 PM

    Great pick. I haven't read the first one. I need to get on the ball.

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  23. Obsession with BooksApril 17, 2013 at 9:49 PM

    A great WoW! I loved Throne of Glass so I am definitely excited to read this as well.

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  24. mkApril 18, 2013 at 1:04 AM

    I really, really want to read these books but I still haven't had the chance to pick up book one. I hope to read it soon so I can wait impatiently for book two like everyone else. Great pick! I hope you enjoy reading this one when it comes out.
    Come check out my WOW post.

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  25. Amanda DApril 18, 2013 at 9:06 AM

    The new cover is better than the old one in my opinion.

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  26. KristaApril 18, 2013 at 9:11 AM

    I wasn't a huge fan of the first book, but I'm interested to see how the story continues. I actually think the new covers stay true to the book a bit more, but I don't necessarily like them better. If I was in a bookstore, I'd mistake the new covers for graphic novels. Great pick!

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  27. JackieApril 18, 2013 at 5:19 PM

    I've seen this book on two other blogs...I get the feelin I need to read the series xD Check out my WoW here: http://www.nobentspines.blogspot.com/2013/04/waiting-on-wednesday_17.html

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