Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine. It is a chance to share those new releases were are super anxious to get our hands on and read.
Harper Teen always comes out with some of my most favorite reads and this new series by Kendra Blake looks fantastic. From the cover to the description, it is one I want to get my hands on.
Book Description:
Every generation on the island of Fennbirn, a set of triplets is born: three queens, all equal heirs to the crown and each possessor of a coveted magic. Mirabella is a fierce elemental, able to spark hungry flames or vicious storms at the snap of her fingers. Katharine is a poisoner, one who can ingest the deadliest poisons without so much as a stomachache. Arsinoe, a naturalist, is said to have the ability to bloom the reddest rose and control the fiercest of lions.
But becoming the Queen Crowned isn’t solely a matter of royal birth. Each sister has to fight for it. And it’s not just a game of win or lose…it’s life or death. The night the sisters turn sixteen, the battle begins. The last queen standing gets the crown.
If only it was that simple. Katharine is unable to tolerate the weakest poison, and Arsinoe, no matter how hard she tries, can’t make even a weed grow. The two queens have been shamefully faking their powers, taking care to keep each other, the island, and their powerful sister Mirabella none the wiser. But with alliances being formed, betrayals taking shape, and ruthless revenge haunting the queens’ every move, one thing is certain: the last queen standing might not be the strongest…but she may be the darkest.
Harper Teen always comes out with some of my most favorite reads and this new series by Kendra Blake looks fantastic. From the cover to the description, it is one I want to get my hands on.
Book Description:
Every generation on the island of Fennbirn, a set of triplets is born: three queens, all equal heirs to the crown and each possessor of a coveted magic. Mirabella is a fierce elemental, able to spark hungry flames or vicious storms at the snap of her fingers. Katharine is a poisoner, one who can ingest the deadliest poisons without so much as a stomachache. Arsinoe, a naturalist, is said to have the ability to bloom the reddest rose and control the fiercest of lions.
But becoming the Queen Crowned isn’t solely a matter of royal birth. Each sister has to fight for it. And it’s not just a game of win or lose…it’s life or death. The night the sisters turn sixteen, the battle begins. The last queen standing gets the crown.
If only it was that simple. Katharine is unable to tolerate the weakest poison, and Arsinoe, no matter how hard she tries, can’t make even a weed grow. The two queens have been shamefully faking their powers, taking care to keep each other, the island, and their powerful sister Mirabella none the wiser. But with alliances being formed, betrayals taking shape, and ruthless revenge haunting the queens’ every move, one thing is certain: the last queen standing might not be the strongest…but she may be the darkest.
I've been seeing this one around. I'm not a fan of Kendare Blake but I'm highly considering reading this one :)
ReplyDeleteczai @ the Blacksheep Project
If you don't like her writing style you might not like it but then again, you never know. ;)
DeleteHoly crap! This sounds like Tudors meets Game of Thrones craziness! I am so there.
ReplyDeleteIt does doesn't it?
DeleteI was so excited for this one, but I've been noticing a lot of meh reviews and I'm scared. I'm still giving it a try because the concept sounds amazing, but I'll have to lower my expectations.
ReplyDeleteGreat pick, Ali!
I know, I saw that too Nick. Hopefully you will like it. ;)
DeleteThis is going to be a priority read for me when it comes out, even though I haven't liked a Blake book since Anna Dressed In Blood.
ReplyDeleteIs it terrible that that is the only one I've read of her's even though I own all the others?
DeleteHarperTeen always comes out with some of my most anticipated reads of the year too Ali, and this is no different! CANNOT. WAIT.
ReplyDeleteI agree, they are by far one of the top publishing companies for YA.
DeleteOOH love the premise Ali
ReplyDeleteI do too!
DeleteNow there are some stakes! It sounds like a crazy good read.
ReplyDeleteI know right? Wouldn't want to be in their shoes. ;)
DeleteI hate to say it, but I really disliked this one. :X I really hope you like it a whole lot more than I did Ali!! :D
ReplyDeleteI actually just finished it the other day LOL! But I did actually really like it. ;)
DeleteOh my gosh, this sounds fantastic! I hope it is as enjoyable as it sounds :)
ReplyDeleteIf you read it, I hope you end up liking it!
DeleteI know this was really hyped at Book Con! Hopefully its a good read!!!
ReplyDeleteTori @ In Tori Lex
I think because of all the hype some people aren't liking it, which does happen. ;)
DeleteI was so happy when I finally downloaded this one, i swear I almost cried. I just love the woman ti bits.
ReplyDeleteHave you started it yet?
DeleteGreat pick Ali, can't wait to read this one!!
ReplyDeletemy WoW
I hope you love it too!
DeleteYep I want to read this one too. Cannot wait!
ReplyDeleteHopefully you like it!!
DeleteYES! I'm so excited to read this one. Can't wait! Great pick, Ali.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much!
DeleteI'm so excited to try this Ali - the premise sounds so good!!
ReplyDeleteI love the premises too!
DeleteThis does sound really good. I haven't read anything by this author before. I hope you enjoy reading this book, Ali.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by My WoW earlier!
Thanks so much Sandra!
DeleteI know I have this and I'm sure you'll be reading it before I do so I'll wait for your recs :)
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DeleteI don't read a lot of fantasy, but this one does sound interesting!!
ReplyDeleteI never use to but now I absolutely love it.
DeleteI've been looking at this one. I really want to see some reviews first!
ReplyDeleteI haven't seen too many yet but I've seen a lot of DF's for it sadly.
DeleteYESSSS!!! I started reading this a while back... got a few chapters in and was REALLY enjoying it!! Then realized I had to read a few others first, so I had to put it down. I miss it already!!
ReplyDeleteHappy to hear that!
DeleteThis does sound good even though it's not my normal type of read. I will look forward to reading your thoughts :)
ReplyDeleteThere are some real mixed reviews of this one on the Internets. But who dare resist fantasy, tell me??
ReplyDeleteI feel the same way. ;)
DeleteI've got high hopes for this book! I hope we'll both enjoy it, Ali!
ReplyDeleteMe too Joy!
DeleteThis one looks amazing and I love the cover. Adding it to my tbr list.
ReplyDeleteSimply Angela
I really like it as well. ;) I hope you end up loving it too!
DeleteI really want to read this too and love the cover!
ReplyDeleteI really hope you end up loving it Kim!
DeleteThis sounds fantastic!!!
ReplyDeleteIt really does have a great premises. ;)
DeleteGreat pick! I have this one on my radar.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
DeleteAh yes this one looks intriguing!
ReplyDelete:D Thanks for stopping by!
DeleteTHANKS FO MUCH FOR SHARING THIS ONE WITH US ALI! <3 I'm on this strange Fantasy kick lately, don't ask me why, so I'm totally jumping all over this! <3 THANK YOUUU!
ReplyDeleteLove a good fantasy. ;)
DeleteI just know that this one is going to be AMAZING. I loved her ANNA series, and this one sounds FANTASTIC! Great pick :D
ReplyDeleteI hope you love it!!
DeleteGoodness isn't that the set up?!
ReplyDeleteYep, should be interesting. ;)
DeleteThis sounds like a great story! I want read this baby
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www.sakuranko.com
Yay! :D
DeleteYes! Another Kendare Blake book! I'll have to add this to my list!
ReplyDeletehttp://fortheloveofbooksreviews.blogspot.ca/
She is a great writer.
DeleteSo disappointed in this one.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry to hear that. :(
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