Wednesday, October 21, 2015

Waiting on Wednesday (#147): Rebel of the Sands by Alwyn Hamilton


"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 featuring:


Rebel of the Sands by Alwyn Hamilton
Publisher: Penguin
Publication Date: March 8, 2016

Summary (from Goodreads):

She’s more gunpowder than girl—and the fate of the desert lies in her hands.

Mortals rule the desert nation of Miraji, but mystical beasts still roam the wild and barren wastes, and rumor has it that somewhere, djinni still practice their magic. But there's nothing mystical or magical about Dustwalk, the dead-end town that Amani can't wait to escape from. 

Destined to wind up "wed or dead," Amani’s counting on her sharpshooting skills to get her out of Dustwalk. When she meets Jin, a mysterious and devastatingly handsome foreigner, in a shooting contest, she figures he’s the perfect escape route. But in all her years spent dreaming of leaving home, she never imagined she'd gallop away on a mythical horse, fleeing the murderous Sultan's army, with a fugitive who's wanted for treason. And she'd never have predicted she'd fall in love with him...or that he'd help her unlock the powerful truth of who she really is.



This sounds wonderful, just like something I would really enjoy!
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45 comments:

  1. Nereyda @Nick and Nereydas Infinite BooklistOctober 21, 2015 at 12:29 AM

    'She’s more gunpowder than girl' I love this quote right here. The cover never caught my eye, but his line makes me want to read it. :)

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    1. AlyssaOctober 21, 2015 at 6:12 PM

      Right?! I like the cover a lot, but I'm glad something in the synopsis grabbed you, Nereyda. :D

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  2. UnknownOctober 21, 2015 at 1:41 AM

    I have to say, I like the cover. It's simple, yet intriguing. This sounds like it will be an action packed novel with a dash of romance. Hope you enjoy it.

    Happy mid-week, Alyssa

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    1. AlyssaOctober 21, 2015 at 6:13 PM

      Seriously though! Go Penguin! I hope it is action-packed indeed. Thank you, Marilyn!

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  3. Little Miss BeckyOctober 21, 2015 at 2:32 AM

    This is a popular pick this week, but seems very deserving! :D I'm definitely excited for this one and looking forward to reading more about this main character---she sounds fierce!

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    1. AlyssaOctober 21, 2015 at 6:15 PM

      I personally haven't seen it yet, but I can totally understand why! It's definitely up many people's alleys!

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  4. michellesminionsOctober 21, 2015 at 3:56 AM

    This sounds like so much fun! I'm pretty excited for this one! Great pick!

    Michelle @ Michelle's Minions

    My WoW

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  5. PiliOctober 21, 2015 at 4:26 AM

    Oh YES!! This one I'm also super excited for! And I've already decided I will be preordering the UK edition because I adore that cover!!

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  6. Sophie HoughtonOctober 21, 2015 at 6:29 AM

    Great pick! I've been in love with this book ever since I heard about it, and I'm so happy it's being published in the UK too! I can't wait to read it :)

    Sophie @ Sophie Reads YA

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    1. AlyssaOctober 21, 2015 at 6:19 PM

      I'm happy about that too, Sophie! Slightly in part because of that GORGEOUS UK cover. ;)

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  7. Jessica @ a GREAT readOctober 21, 2015 at 6:39 AM

    Been seeing this one a lot and that means I am intrigued! LOL!

    Here's my WoW

    Have a GREAT day!

    Old Follower :)

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  8. Shane @ItchingforBooksOctober 21, 2015 at 7:26 AM

    Seems like an intense and adventurous read. Love the cover too. Awesome pick :)

    Happy Wednesday!

    Shane @ Itching for Books

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  9. The Cover ContessaOctober 21, 2015 at 8:22 AM

    Sounds good to me! Added it. Have a great week, Alyssa! My WOW

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  10. Lisa MandinaOctober 21, 2015 at 11:10 AM

    This one sounds pretty good! Great pick!
    Check out my WOW

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  11. UnknownOctober 21, 2015 at 11:57 AM

    This book sounds SOOO good! I can't wait to read it!

    Lizzie @ http://bigbooksandgrandelattes.blogspot.com

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  12. Book SwoonOctober 21, 2015 at 1:05 PM

    YES!! I'm SO excited over this - I love the whole premise and can't wait to get my hands on it. :)

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  13. RachelOctober 21, 2015 at 4:12 PM

    Oooh I haven't heard of this one but it sounds great! Thanks for sharing

    Rachel
    My WoW- http://rachelwritesthings.blogspot.com/2015/10/waiting-on-wednesday-criminal-magic-by.html

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    1. AlyssaOctober 21, 2015 at 6:24 PM

      You're very welcome! Thank you for stopping by!

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  14. AnonymousOctober 21, 2015 at 4:35 PM

    I'm looking forward to reading this one as well. Loving the desert premise! And the UK cover is so pretty.

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  15. RachelOctober 21, 2015 at 5:28 PM

    Twinsies! This is my pick today, too! It just pushes alllll the fantasy and good stuff buttons. :D :D :D Wonderful pick, of course, Alyssa!

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  16. UnknownOctober 21, 2015 at 7:07 PM

    Sounds amazing Alyssa! I hope you love it :)

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  17. Sandra @ Waiting For WentworthOctober 21, 2015 at 7:14 PM

    I hope you enjoy reading this!
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  18. Jackie October 21, 2015 at 7:42 PM

    The synopsis sounds very intriguing! :) Will definitely be checking it out. (:

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    Jackie @Jackie's Book World

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  19. Lisa @ Lost in LiteratureOctober 22, 2015 at 12:21 AM

    This sounds really good! Hope you enjoy it!

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  20. brandileigh2003October 22, 2015 at 9:08 AM

    Great pick, hope that you get a chance to read it soon.

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  21. Carina OlsenOctober 23, 2015 at 3:14 PM

    Yay :D Awesome pick Alyssa. <3 Hugs. I'm excited for this one too. I just really hope it will end up being amazing :) Thank you for sharing. <3

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    1. AlyssaOctober 24, 2015 at 12:09 AM

      Crossing my fingers! You're welcome, Carina. ^_^

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  22. Cyn @ BookmunchiesOctober 23, 2015 at 11:47 PM

    Ah this one sounds really cool! I hope the romance is awesome, aha. Great pick, Alyssa!

    Here's my WOW (:

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  23. Angela ReadingCaveOctober 25, 2015 at 9:48 PM

    Wed or dead? That does not sound like much of a choice!

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