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Wednesday, December 18, 2013
This week I'm waiting on…
By Sara B. Larson
Publisher: Scholastic Press
Release Date: January 7, 2014
A lush and gorgeously written
debut, packed with action, intrigue, and a thrilling love triangle.
Alexa Hollen is a fighter. Forced
to disguise herself as a boy and serve in the king's army, Alex uses her quick
wit and fierce sword-fighting skills to earn a spot on the elite prince's
guard. But when a powerful sorcerer sneaks into the palace in the dead of
night, even Alex, who is virtually unbeatable, can't prevent him from abducting
her, her fellow guard and friend Rylan, and Prince Damian, taking them through
the treacherous wilds of the jungle and deep into enemy territory.
The longer Alex
is held captive with both Rylan and the prince, the more she realizes that she
is not the only one who has been keeping dangerous secrets. And suddenly, after
her own secret is revealed, Alex finds herself confronted with two men vying
for her heart: the safe and steady Rylan, who has always cared for her, and the
dark, intriguing Damian. With hidden foes lurking around every corner, is Alex
strong enough to save herself and the kingdom she's sworn to protect?
I like the "girl in disguise" trope and this story looks promising.
5 comments:
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Unknown said...
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Ahh, this ones been following me around everywhere. At least it's not a long wait. :) Sounds amazing.
Here's mine
Kirsty @ StudioReads -
December 18, 2013 at 11:11 AM
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Unknown said...
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The girl in disguise trope is one of my favorites too.
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December 19, 2013 at 12:20 PM
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danya said...
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This one sounds a bit like Tamora Pierce's Song of the Lioness series, which I loved when I was younger and was the series that really got me into YA fantasy. So I'll definitely be keeping an eye out for Defy!
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December 19, 2013 at 5:55 PM
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Unknown said...
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I'm really curious about this one! I've actually heard a lot of mixed reactions but I'm really hoping to enjoy it. Great pick! :)
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December 20, 2013 at 9:32 AM
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BookCupid said...
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Ok, now that is a dagger! lol So many secrets, looks intriguing.
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December 22, 2013 at 11:40 AM
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Wednesday, December 18, 2013
Waiting on Wednesday: Defy by Sara B. Larson
This week I'm waiting on…
By Sara B. Larson
Publisher: Scholastic Press
Release Date: January 7, 2014
A lush and gorgeously written
debut, packed with action, intrigue, and a thrilling love triangle.
Alexa Hollen is a fighter. Forced
to disguise herself as a boy and serve in the king's army, Alex uses her quick
wit and fierce sword-fighting skills to earn a spot on the elite prince's
guard. But when a powerful sorcerer sneaks into the palace in the dead of
night, even Alex, who is virtually unbeatable, can't prevent him from abducting
her, her fellow guard and friend Rylan, and Prince Damian, taking them through
the treacherous wilds of the jungle and deep into enemy territory.
The longer Alex
is held captive with both Rylan and the prince, the more she realizes that she
is not the only one who has been keeping dangerous secrets. And suddenly, after
her own secret is revealed, Alex finds herself confronted with two men vying
for her heart: the safe and steady Rylan, who has always cared for her, and the
dark, intriguing Damian. With hidden foes lurking around every corner, is Alex
strong enough to save herself and the kingdom she's sworn to protect?
I like the "girl in disguise" trope and this story looks promising.
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Ahh, this ones been following me around everywhere. At least it's not a long wait. :) Sounds amazing.
ReplyDeleteHere's mine
Kirsty @ StudioReads
The girl in disguise trope is one of my favorites too.
ReplyDeleteThis one sounds a bit like Tamora Pierce's Song of the Lioness series, which I loved when I was younger and was the series that really got me into YA fantasy. So I'll definitely be keeping an eye out for Defy!
ReplyDeleteI'm really curious about this one! I've actually heard a lot of mixed reactions but I'm really hoping to enjoy it. Great pick! :)
ReplyDeleteOk, now that is a dagger! lol So many secrets, looks intriguing.
ReplyDelete