"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:
Midnight Thief by Livia Blackburne
Book One of the Midnight Thief series
Publisher: Disney-Hyperion
Publication July 8, 2014
Summary (from Goodreads):
Growing up on Forge’s streets has taught Kyra how to stretch a coin. And when that’s not enough, her uncanny ability to scale walls and bypass guards helps her take what she needs.
But when the leader of the Assassins Guild offers Kyra a lucrative job, she hesitates. She knows how to get by on her own, and she’s not sure she wants to play by his rules. But he’s persistent—and darkly attractive—and Kyra can’t quite resist his pull.
Tristam of Brancel is a young Palace knight on a mission. After his best friend is brutally murdered by Demon Riders, a clan of vicious warriors who ride bloodthirsty wildcats, Tristam vows to take them down. But as his investigation deepens, he finds his efforts thwarted by a talented thief, one who sneaks past Palace defenses with uncanny ease.
When a fateful raid throws Kyra and Tristam together, the two enemies realize that their best chance at survival—and vengeance—might be to join forces. And as their loyalties are tested to the breaking point, they learn a startling secret about Kyra’s past that threatens to reshape both their lives.
In her arresting debut novel, Livia Blackburne creates a captivating world where intrigue prowls around every corner—and danger is a way of life.
Top five reasons why I want to read this book:
1. It is easily my most anticipated novel (debut or otherwise) of 2014 - I've been waiting for this novel for the better part of a year.
2. It is a fantasy novel. You all KNOW me and fantasy.
3. It is safe to say that Livia and I are author/blogger friends ^_^
4. I read, reviewed, and LOVED her prequel novella - Poison Dance.
5. LOVE THAT COVER!
OOh nice! Haven't read this series but looks pretty awesome!
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Old Follower :)
It does indeed!
DeleteThis sounds interesting :D I'm glad you are excited for it! Hope you will love it sweetie. <3 Awesome pick. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Carina!
DeleteDef on my list too cuz we're WoW twins today :)
ReplyDeleteOkay that is IMPRESSIVE :D
DeleteOoh I'm definitely excited for this one just from the sound of the fantasy aspect. It's been forever since I've picked up a good fantasy. Nice pick, Alyssa!
ReplyDeleteFantasy is my favorite! I hope this is the one for you!
DeleteGreat choice! I have POISON DANCE to read (it's coming up next in my pile, I think) and I am SO looking forward to MIDNIGHT THIEF.
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Good for you! It was a great novella. Hope you read and love Midnight Thief!
DeleteThis one's been a really popular WoW! I'm really looking forward to reading this too, it just sounds amazing! Great pick, thanks for sharing (:
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Indeed it is! This week especially!
DeleteI hope you enjoy this one. I just saw this one on someone else blog :) Great pick!
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Haha, it is so popular this week!
DeleteI also can't wait for this one! Great pick :)
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Zareena @ Books and Books
Oh man, I love this cover. It's gorgeous! Great pick :)
ReplyDeleteMe too! It will be a gorgeous finished copy :D
DeleteWow, Midnight Thief looks great, the description sold me.
ReplyDeleteWill definitely be reading this when it releases.
Happy Wednesday <3
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Doris @ OABR
I'm not missing it for anything!
DeleteGreat pick! I've seen this a lot today and I really want to read it myself now! Thanks for sharing :) My WoW
ReplyDeleteI know, I've seen it at least three times O_O Incredible, no? You must be convinced by now!
DeleteOh I've seen this one around before! And I definitely want to read it! I need more fantasy! It's been awhile since I've read one!
ReplyDeleteIt's not one to miss, if you're looking for a good fantasy read! Or so I've heard ;)
DeleteThe cover is fantastic and this has been the pick of another blogger friend of mine, so I guess I really must check this one out when it releases!!
ReplyDeleteGreat pick, Alyssa!
You had better, Pili! ;D
DeleteWHEEEEE SO EXCITED! Can we have this now, please? Especially so you and I can fangirl over it? :)
ReplyDeleteYES YES YES! We should do a readalong of this one and The Ring and the Crown!
DeleteAHH! I CAN'T WAIT FOR THIS ONE EITHER! Just sent in a request for it today actually! AND YES THE COVER. SO INTRIGUING.
ReplyDeleteGood luck! I hope you get a copy!
DeleteI just recently got into reading fantasy and this one sounds so amazing! I cannot wait to get my hands on it!! Great choice, Alyssa! Hope you are having a fab week, my friend!! <33
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YAY! Fantasy is my favorite genre :D I hope you read and love this one, Becca!
DeleteI hope so too! Fantasy is quickly becoming one of my fav genres!! :)
DeleteOhhh... fantastic choice! I love fantasy. Something about it just takes me away. Makes all my drama seems meaningless. :)
ReplyDeleteMisty @ KindleObsessed
I think you'll really like this one then, Misty! And I know exactly what you mean ^_^
DeleteI haven't heard of this one before, but it sounds interesting. You sure are excited about it! I hope you enjoy reading it. Thanks for stopping by My WoW
ReplyDeleteI am really, really, REALLY excited, Sandra! Thank you!!
DeleteHow have I not heard of this book before?? It definitely sounds great! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteNow you have! You're welcome.
DeleteJust recently learned about this one and it sounds like a unique fantasy with demon riders. Thanks for stopping by!
ReplyDeleteIt does indeed! You're very welcome.
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