Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted by Jill at Breaking The Spine and is where we can talk about books we are looking forward to being released!
Here are my picks for the week:
Summary:
A modern day thrill ride, where a teen girl and her animal companion must participate in a breathtaking race to save her brother's life—and her own.
Tella Holloway is losing it. Her brother is sick, and when a dozen doctors can't determine what's wrong, her parents decide to move to the middle of nowhere for the fresh air. She's lost her friends, her parents are driving her crazy, her brother is dying—and she's helpless to change anything.
Until she receives mysterious instructions on how to become a Contender in the Brimstone Bleed. It's an epic race across jungle, desert, ocean, and mountain that could win her the prize she desperately desires: the Cure for her brother's illness. But all the Contenders are after the Cure for people they love, and there's no guarantee that Tella (or any of them) will survive the race.
The jungle is terrifying, the clock is ticking, and Tella knows she can't trust the allies she makes. And one big question emerges: Why have so many fallen sick in the first place?
Victoria Scott's electrifying novel grabs readers by the throat and doesn't let go.
Tella Holloway is losing it. Her brother is sick, and when a dozen doctors can't determine what's wrong, her parents decide to move to the middle of nowhere for the fresh air. She's lost her friends, her parents are driving her crazy, her brother is dying—and she's helpless to change anything.
Until she receives mysterious instructions on how to become a Contender in the Brimstone Bleed. It's an epic race across jungle, desert, ocean, and mountain that could win her the prize she desperately desires: the Cure for her brother's illness. But all the Contenders are after the Cure for people they love, and there's no guarantee that Tella (or any of them) will survive the race.
The jungle is terrifying, the clock is ticking, and Tella knows she can't trust the allies she makes. And one big question emerges: Why have so many fallen sick in the first place?
Victoria Scott's electrifying novel grabs readers by the throat and doesn't let go.
Summary & Cover taken from Goodreads.com
Length: 320 pages (Hardcover)
Expected Publication Date: February 25th 2014 by Scholastic Press
Why I'm Waiting:
I don' read many books published by Scholastic Press any more since the books tend to be more middle grade and that is so not my preferred genre but Flood & Fire looks really amazing!
Summary:
Soon, Elusion® will change the world and life as we know it.
A new technology called Elusion is sweeping the country. An app, visor and wristband will virtually transport you to an exotic destination where adventure can be pursued without the complications—or consequences—of real life.
Regan is an Elusion insider. Or at least she used to be. Her father invented the program, and her best friend, Patrick, heir to the tech giant Orexis, is about to release it nationwide. But ever since her father’s unexpected death, Regan can’t bear to Escape, especially since waking up from the dream means crashing back to her grim reality.
Still, when there are rumors of trouble in Elusion—accusations that it’s addictive and dangerous— Regan is determined to defend it. But the critics of Elusion come from surprising sources, including Josh, the handsome skeptic with his own personal stakes. As Regan investigates the claims, she discovers a disturbing web of secrets. She will soon have to choose between love and loyalty…a decision that will affect the lives of millions.
Suspense, thrills, and romance fuel this near-future story about the seductive nature of a perfect virtual world, and how far one girl will go to uncover the truth behind the illusions.
A new technology called Elusion is sweeping the country. An app, visor and wristband will virtually transport you to an exotic destination where adventure can be pursued without the complications—or consequences—of real life.
Regan is an Elusion insider. Or at least she used to be. Her father invented the program, and her best friend, Patrick, heir to the tech giant Orexis, is about to release it nationwide. But ever since her father’s unexpected death, Regan can’t bear to Escape, especially since waking up from the dream means crashing back to her grim reality.
Still, when there are rumors of trouble in Elusion—accusations that it’s addictive and dangerous— Regan is determined to defend it. But the critics of Elusion come from surprising sources, including Josh, the handsome skeptic with his own personal stakes. As Regan investigates the claims, she discovers a disturbing web of secrets. She will soon have to choose between love and loyalty…a decision that will affect the lives of millions.
Suspense, thrills, and romance fuel this near-future story about the seductive nature of a perfect virtual world, and how far one girl will go to uncover the truth behind the illusions.
Summary & Cover taken from Goodreads.com
Length: 384 pages (Hardcover)
Expected Publication Date: March 18th 2014 by Katherine Tegen Books
Why I'm Waiting:
Not gonna lie.
I'm totally in love with the cover....the interesting summary is just a bonus.
What are YOU waiting for this Wednesday?
Oh, both of these sound so good, Elusion was already on my list but not the first. I added Fire and Flood-I can't wait to read it now either!
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I'm so so excited about Elusion as well!
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I really like the cover for Elusion :) Great picks!
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Elusion is definitely on my list :) Haven't heard about Fire and Blood, but, may have to check it out!
ReplyDeleteThese covers look amazing! I haven't heard of these yet so thanks for sharing.
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I still need to read the first one :c it looks so good, great pick - old bloglovin' follower
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I am totally looking forward to reading Elusion as well! Great picks!
ReplyDeleteELUSION! That cover demands that I own it. :P I can't wait! Two great picks!
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Elusion sounds great, neat concept. Good one!
ReplyDeleteFire and Flood sounds amazing! I will definitely be adding it to my TBR list! Thanks for putting it on my radar.
ReplyDeleteElusion is already on my TBR list and I will admit I added it just because of the beautiful cover, then went back and read the summary. It sounds really good, but even if it didn't, I'd probably still read it. That cover!
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Fire and Flood looks good. I'm adding it to my TBR right now.
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Oh my! The covers alone seal the deal. Just when I think they can't get any better, I see another. Enjoy your books!
ReplyDeleteElusion is my pick this week! Great minds think alike. I also want to read Scott's upcoming too. Great picks
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