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.
I know nothing about the author of this weeks pick but while scrolling through Goodreads one day I saw this gorgeous cover and clicked on it. The synopsis drew me right in. I'm keeping my fingers crossed, this turns out to be more than just a pretty cover and promising description.
I do have a copy of it so, I'll let you know how it turns out.
What about you? Sound like something you might like as well?
Book Description:
In 1818 Geneva, men built with clockwork parts live hidden away from society, cared for only by illegal mechanics called Shadow Boys. Two years ago, Shadow Boy Alasdair Finch’s life shattered to bits.
His brother, Oliver—dead.
His sweetheart, Mary—gone.
His chance to break free of Geneva—lost.
Heart-broken and desperate, Alasdair does the unthinkable: He brings Oliver back from the dead.
But putting back together a broken life is more difficult than mending bones and adding clockwork pieces. Oliver returns more monster than man, and Alasdair’s horror further damages the already troubled relationship.
Then comes the publication of Frankenstein and the city intensifies its search for Shadow Boys, aiming to discover the real life doctor and his monster. Alasdair finds refuge with his idol, the brilliant Dr. Geisler, who may offer him a way to escape the dangerous present and his guilt-ridden past, but at a horrible price only Oliver can pay…
I know nothing about the author of this weeks pick but while scrolling through Goodreads one day I saw this gorgeous cover and clicked on it. The synopsis drew me right in. I'm keeping my fingers crossed, this turns out to be more than just a pretty cover and promising description.
I do have a copy of it so, I'll let you know how it turns out.
What about you? Sound like something you might like as well?
Book Description:
In 1818 Geneva, men built with clockwork parts live hidden away from society, cared for only by illegal mechanics called Shadow Boys. Two years ago, Shadow Boy Alasdair Finch’s life shattered to bits.
His brother, Oliver—dead.
His sweetheart, Mary—gone.
His chance to break free of Geneva—lost.
Heart-broken and desperate, Alasdair does the unthinkable: He brings Oliver back from the dead.
But putting back together a broken life is more difficult than mending bones and adding clockwork pieces. Oliver returns more monster than man, and Alasdair’s horror further damages the already troubled relationship.
Then comes the publication of Frankenstein and the city intensifies its search for Shadow Boys, aiming to discover the real life doctor and his monster. Alasdair finds refuge with his idol, the brilliant Dr. Geisler, who may offer him a way to escape the dangerous present and his guilt-ridden past, but at a horrible price only Oliver can pay…
Yeah, I downloaded this one off of EW after you told me you were loving it. :) I'm excited to read it!
ReplyDeleteI;m so excited you picked it up Nick, can't wait to see what you think about it.
DeleteI love the cover!! So pretty! :)
ReplyDeleteIt does have a great cover, I agree!
DeleteAhh, yes, I noticed the cover on GR too. I have to go check out the book itself, I'll probably end up downloading and reading soon. Your word is good enough for me. :)
ReplyDeleteAhh thanks Maja!
DeleteI do LOVE that cover and it sounds interesting - Great pick!
ReplyDeleteThanks Grace!
DeleteI have this one too. I have kind of high expectations for it. I really hope it's great, and for you too! Nice pick!
ReplyDeleteI finished it yesterday and I really loved it! I'm hoping you do as well.
DeleteSteampunk...yes this does sound quite good!
ReplyDeleteIt was fabulous! I loved the steampunk aspect way more than I anticipated.
DeleteDefinitely looking forward to your thoughts on this one Ali! I hope it's amazing:)
ReplyDeleteIt was! I'm so excited for everyone else to read it now. It took me by surprise with how much I liked it.
DeleteOhhh steampunk. Not my thing, but I hope you'll enjoy, nonetheless!
ReplyDeleteThanks Joy!
DeleteOh yes, I want to read this too. I'm hoping it's really good!
ReplyDeleteMy WoW
Glad you want to read this as well Sandra, I hope you love it!
DeleteOh yeah it sounds like something I'd like Ali, can't wait to hear your thoughts
ReplyDeleteThanks Debbie!
DeleteAs soon as I saw the cover and Frankenstein, I was in too! I'm excited to see your thoughts, Ali :)
ReplyDeleteDidn't know about this one! Sounds pretty awesome :))
ReplyDeleteGlad I could put it on your radar then. ;)
DeleteI saw this one at the ALA conference but all the ARCs were gone. I was a bit bummed but I will definitely check out your review. I'm really curious about this retelling.
ReplyDeleteBummer that they were all gone.
DeleteFrankenstein? Yes, please! I'll add it to my list!
ReplyDeleteYay! I hope you like it!
DeleteOh this one does sound interesting. Oh I think I want to read it too! :D
ReplyDeleteI hope you do!
DeleteOh wow, sounds compelling! What was the book about the boy who lived up in a clock...it was made into a movie? Your review just reminded me of that!
ReplyDeleteOh I don't know but it sounds good!
DeleteOh this does sound really good. I hope you enjoy it!
ReplyDeleteThank you!
DeleteOoo a very haunting cover. Hope it turns out to be a good one!
ReplyDeleteI agree, it has a great cover!
DeleteIt's like Frankenstein, sign me up!
ReplyDeleteYep, a lot like it.
DeleteOh I didn't know about this one but I'm intrigued
ReplyDeleteGlad you are interested in it. :D
DeleteOoooh! Sounds great....I cannot wait to hear what you think :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Becca!
DeleteHoly crap! This sounds like a good book sns a good mystery. The premise sounds very intriguing. :) nice pick for this week and I can't wait to see what you think! Sounds kind of scary. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks! It was actually really good and not scary at all.
DeleteBringing people back from the dead? I'm intrigued; thanks for sharing this one :)
ReplyDeleteIt was a very intriguing read. ;)
DeleteI've been curious about this one - looking forward to your thoughts!
ReplyDeleteThanks Lauren!
DeleteYou are right, that cover and blurb are awesome! I am going to have to add this one too.
ReplyDeleteYay!
DeleteThis sounds very intriguing!
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