Wednesday, June 15, 2011

"Waiting On" Wednesday (16) The Near Witch and Fury

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Jill at Breaking The Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

My picks this week are:

The Near Witch by Victoria Schwab
Expected publication: August 2nd 2011



The Near Witch is only an old story told to frighten children.
If the wind calls at night, you must not listen. The wind is lonely, and always looking for company.
And there are no strangers in the town of Near.

 
These are the truths that Lexi has heard all her life.
But when an actual stranger—a boy who seems to fade like smoke—appears outside her home on the moor at night, she knows that at least one of these sayings is no longer true.
 
The next night, the children of Near start disappearing from their beds, and the mysterious boy falls under suspicion. Still, he insists on helping Lexi search for them. Something tells her she can trust him.
 
As the hunt for the children intensifies, so does Lexi’s need to know—about the witch that just might be more than a bedtime story, about the wind that seems to speak through the walls at night, and about the history of this nameless boy.


Fury by Elizabeth Miles
(Fury #1)
Expected publication: August 30th 2011



Sometimes sorry isn't enough....

It’s winter break in Ascension, Maine. The snow is falling and everything looks pristine and peaceful. But not all is as it seems...

Between cozy traditions and parties with her friends, Emily loves the holidays. And this year’s even better--the guy she’s been into for months is finally noticing her. But Em knows if she starts things with him, there’s no turning back. Because his girlfriend is Em’s best friend.

On the other side of town, Chase is having problems of his own. The stress of his home life is starting to take its toll, and his social life is unraveling. But that’s nothing compared to what’s really haunting him. Chase has done something cruel...something the perfect guy he pretends to be would never do. And it’s only a matter of time before he’s exposed.

In Ascension, mistakes can be deadly. And three girls—three beautiful, mysterious girls—are here to choose who will pay.

Em and Chase have been chosen.

12 comments:

Laurie-J said...

Hmmmmmm. Fury sounds really good to me.
Laurie
Laurie's Thoughts & Reviews

Darkfallen said...

I am SO SO waiting on both of these books too!! Great picks!

Come see what has us on pins and needles in our WoW. And while your there don't miss out on our 200 follower giveaway Here!

Darkfallen said...

I am SO SO waiting on both of these books too!! Great picks!

Come see what has us on pins and needles in our WoW. And while your there don't miss out on our 200 follower giveaway Here!

Unknown said...

They sound good!! Thanks for sharing ;)

Here's mine:
http://madamedsboudoir.blogspot.com/2011/06/waiting-on-wednesday-14.html

Keira Lea said...

Fury looks great. The cover is amazing! (I'm a sucker for a gorgeous cover.)

Liz. R said...

I'm really looking forward to The Near Witch! The summary is so intriguing, it looks great. I also can't wait to read Fury - great picks!

JessiM said...

Fabulous picks! I'm especially excited to read The Near Witch!

Happy Wednesday!

Jessi @ Reading in the Corner

Lisa (starmetal_oak) said...

Love the cover of Fury!

Unknown said...

Both of these covers are pretty awesome. I got an ebook of The Near Witch from Net Galley, but I haven't read it yet. Thanks for stopping by my blog! Have a great week!

NoraBell, The Bookery

Unknown said...

Wow i love the covers of both books, and now i can't wait for The Near Witch!. Great WoW now i have something to look forward to in August.

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Anonymous said...

I'm really looking forward to The Fury!


Here's my W.O.W : http://mochalattereads.blogspot.com/2011/06/waiting-on-wednesday10.html

-Mocha from A Cupcake and A Latte: YA Reads, Reviews & More!.

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