Waiting On Wednesday: The Glass Casket by McCormick Templeman

The Glass Casket by McCornick Templeman

Pitched as a twisted retelling of Snow White, in which a 16-year-old is left to uncover the evil forces responsible for her cousin’s gruesome murder before they destroy her family, her village, and her whole world.

Expected publication: 2014 by Delacorte Books for Young Readers 

 

McCormick did an interview with The Lucky 13s and said:

"It’s called The Glass Casket, and it’s a twisted retelling of Snow White. It’s set in a classic fairytale universe, very lush and cozy, but with a definite darkness to it. There’s a snowy mountain village, and a gruesome murder. There’s a beautiful girl, and an ancient curse, and all the while, a beast is stalking the woods. I had so much fun writing it, and I can’t wait to share it."

Waiting On Wednesday: More Than This

Man oh man, I haven't done a WOW in FOREVER! Here is one this week. :)

Wow (no pun intended) this week's WOW...well, I wish I can provide you with more info but I just can't find any. Anyway, this week's WOW is More Than This by Patrick Ness. The Chaos Walking Series didn't impact me as much compared to my sister so I want to give Patrick another chance. I have NO IDEA what the book is about (if you do, please tell me :3). The title makes it sound like a contemporary/romance novel but I really don't know. It really interest me though. It comes out September of next year. My sister is already fangirling about it and complaining about the long wait (and I think I might be too). But anyway, that was my WOW, what is your WOW this week? :)

Totally random but UOttawa Bookworms are awesome! Lookie! Our book club meeting this time is held in UCU 301...see it on the map? :D

Eh? Eh? You like?

WOW: A Touch of Scarlet @K_Teen

Well this week's WOW is...

A Touch of Scarlet by Eve Marie Mont.

The second book in the Unbound trilogy, which continues the literary adventures of Emma Townsend as she travels into Nathaniel Hawthorne's THE SCARLET LETTER.

Paperback

Expected publication: April 2013 by Kensington/KTeen (first published March 26th 2013)

I really enjoyed A Breath of Eyre this year and I can't wait for A Touch of Scarlet. Sadly, I couldn't find a cover for the book but I really want to read it. :)

Waiting On Wednesday: Week of August 8, 2012

Having already survived six years at the Tildor’s top military academy, sixteen-year-old Renee De Winter is determined to graduate, training day and night to compete with her male classmates. When the boys overpower her parries, she works harder. When a bully sabotages her gear, she fights without it.

But when an underground crime group captures her mentor for its illegal gladiatorial games, she must choose between her career and her conscience. Determined to penetrate the group’s inner circles, Renee will leap from academia to the crime filled streets, pick up a sword, and weigh law against loyalty.(less)

Hardcover, 400 pages

Expected publication: January 10th 2013 by Dial

Sarah Dessen's blurb of CADET "A wild, energetic novel that proves girls CAN be warriors while being true to themselves."

Waiting On Wednesday: Week of August 1st, 2012

Prophecy (Prophecy #1)

by Ellen Oh 

.The greatest warrior in all of the Seven Kingdoms... is a girl with yellow eyes.

Kira’s the only female in the king’s army, and the prince’s bodyguard. She’s a demon slayer and an outcast, hated by nearly everyone in her home city of Hansong. And, she’s their only hope...

Murdered kings and discovered traitors point to a demon invasion, sending Kira on the run with the young prince. He may be the savior predicted in the Dragon King Prophecy, but the missing treasure of myth may be the true key. With only the guidance of the cryptic prophecy, Kira must battle demon soldiers, evil shaman, and the Demon Lord himself to find what was once lost and raise a prince into a king.

Intrigue and mystery, ancient lore and action-packed fantasy come together in this heart-stopping first book in a trilogy.

Hardcover, 320 pages

Expected publication: January 2nd 2013 by HarperTeen

Dualed (Dualed #1)

by Elsie Chapman (Goodreads Author)

.Would you live through the ultimate test of survival?

The city of Kersh is a safe haven, but the price of safety is high. Everyone has a genetic Alternate—a twin raised by another family—and citizens must prove their worth by eliminating their Alts before their twentieth birthday. Survival means advanced schooling, a good job, marriage—life.

Fifteen-year-old West Grayer has trained as a fighter, preparing for the day when her assignment arrives and she will have one month to hunt down and kill her Alt. But then a tragic misstep shakes West’s confidence. Stricken with grief and guilt, she’s no longer certain that she’s the best version of herself, the version worthy of a future. If she is to have any chance of winning, she must stop running not only from her Alt, but also from love . . . though both have the power to destroy her.

Elsie Chapman’s suspenseful YA debut weaves unexpected romance into a novel full of fast-paced action and thought-provoking philosophy. When the story ends, discussions will begin about this future society where every adult is a murderer and every child knows there is another out there who just might be better.

Hardcover, 304 pages

Expected publication: February 26th 2013 by Random House

Waiting On Wednesday: Week of July 25, 2012

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted here, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

Waiting On Wednesday: July 4th, 2012

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Waiting on Wednesday: Week of June 27, 2012

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Waiting On Wednesday: June 13, 2012

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Waiting On Wednesday: Week of June 6, 2012

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Throne of Glass by Sarah J Maas

Hardcover, 416 pages

Expected publication: August 7th 2012 by Bloomsbury USA Children's

Waiting on Wednesday: Week of May 30, 2012

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Eve and Adam by Katherine Applegate, Michael Grant

Waiting On Wednesday: week of May 23, 2012

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Glitch (Glitch #1)

by Heather Anastasiu

In the Community, there is no more pain or war. Implanted computer chips have wiped humanity clean of destructive emotions, and thoughts are replaced by a feed from the Link network. When Zoe starts to malfunction (or "glitch"), she suddenly begins having her own thoughts, feelings, and identity. Any anomalies must be immediately reported and repaired, but Zoe ha...moreIn the Community, there is no more pain or war. Implanted computer chips have wiped humanity clean of destructive emotions, and thoughts are replaced by a feed from the Link network. When Zoe starts to malfunction (or "glitch"), she suddenly begins having her own thoughts, feelings, and identity. Any anomalies must be immediately reported and repaired, but Zoe has a secret so dark it will mean certain deactivation if she is caught: her glitches have given her uncontrollable telekinetic powers. As Zoe struggles to control her abilities and stay hidden, she meets other glitchers including Max, who can disguise his appearance, and Adrien, who has visions of the future. Together, this growing band of glitchers must find a way to free themselves from the controlling hands of the Community before they’re caught and deactivated, or worse. In this action-packed debut, Glitch begins an exciting new young adult trilogy.

Paperback, 320 pages

Expected publication: August 7th 2012 by St. Martin's Press

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ISBN

1250002990 (ISBN13: 9781250002990)

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False Memory (False Memory #1)

by Dan Krokos

Miranda wakes up alone on a park bench with no memory. In her panic, she releases a mysterious energy that incites pure terror in everyone around her. Except Peter, a boy who isn't at all surprised by Miranda's shocking ability.
Left with no choice but to trust this stranger, Miranda discovers she was trained to be a weapon and is part of an elite force of genetically-alte...moreMiranda wakes up alone on a park bench with no memory. In her panic, she releases a mysterious energy that incites pure terror in everyone around her. Except Peter, a boy who isn't at all surprised by Miranda's shocking ability.
Left with no choice but to trust this stranger, Miranda discovers she was trained to be a weapon and is part of an elite force of genetically-altered teens who possess flawless combat skills and powers strong enough to destroy a city. But adjusting to her old life isn't easy--especially with Noah, the boyfriend she can't remember loving. Then Miranda uncovers a dark truth that sets her team on the run. Suddenly her past doesn't seem to matter...when there may not be a future.
Dan Krokos' debut is a tour-de-force of non-stop action that will leave readers begging for the next book in this bold and powerful new series.

Hardcover, 304 pages

Expected publication: August 14th 2012 by Hyperion

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ISBN

1423149769 (ISBN13: 9781423149767)

Undeadly (The Reaper Diaries #1)

by Michele Vail

The day I turned 16, my boyfriend-to-be died. I brought him back to life. Then things got a little weird...

Molly Bartolucci wants to blend in, date hottie Rick and keep her zombie-raising abilities on the down-low. Then the god Anubis chooses her to become a reaper—and she accidentally undoes the work of another reaper, Rath.

Within days, she’s ship...moreThe day I turned 16, my boyfriend-to-be died. I brought him back to life. Then things got a little weird...

Molly Bartolucci wants to blend in, date hottie Rick and keep her zombie-raising abilities on the down-low. Then the god Anubis chooses her to become a reaper—and she accidentally undoes the work of another reaper, Rath.

Within days, she’s shipped off to the Nekyia Academy, an elite school that trains the best necromancers in the world. And her personal reaping tutor? Rath. Who seems to hate her guts.

Rath will be watching closely to be sure she completes her first assignment-reaping Rick, the boy who should have died. The boy she still wants to be with.

To make matters worse, students at the academy start turning up catatonic, and accusations fly—against Molly. The only way out of this mess? To go through hell. Literally.

Paperback, 304 pages

Expected publication: November 20th 2012 by Harlequin Teen

Why these books?
If you throw any dysopian books at me, I'll probably enjoy it. Glitch sounds very cool and I cannot wait for it!
And as for Dan's book...well, what is there not to love? Dan himself is hilarious, one of the coolest dude ever! Love him, even though he might know that. :P
And as for Undeadly, I kind of have to confess that academy books are like a secret pleasure for me. :3 Heehee.


But if I have to pick one book from my list that I want first....ummm...gotta go with False Memory. <3


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