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Waiting On Wednesday [35]

 
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WAITING ON WEDNESDAY is a weekly event, hosted at Breaking The Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we’re eagerly anticipating.

This week, I can’t wait for a book people keep hearing about lately.

 
thewinnerscurseThe Winner’s Curse
Author: Marie Rutkoski
Series: The Winner’s Trilogy #1
Genre: Young Adult, Romance, Fantasy, Dystopia
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
Release Date: March 4, 2014
Summary:

In the tradition of Kristin Cashore and Cassandra Clare comes this brilliant, unputdownable, star-crossed romance about the curse of winning.
Seventeen-year-old Kestrel is an aristocratic citizen of Valoria, a vast empire that revels in war and enslaves those it conquers. Here, a girl like Kestrel has two choices: join the military or get married. Despite her skills in military strategy, Kestrel’s real passion is music. Which is why she feels compelled to buy Arin, a slave with a talent for singing, at auction. It’s not long before she finds herself falling in love with Arin, and he seems to feel the same for her. But Kestrel quickly learns that the price she paid for Arin is much higher than she ever could have imagined.
Set in a new world, The Winner’s Curse is a story of wicked rumors, dirty secrets, and games where everything is at stake, and the gamble is whether you will keep your head or lose your heart.

 
Ever since the cover of this book has been revealed, I’ve been stuck to this book like glue. I mean, a girl holding a knife on the cover? And just look at that breathtaking dress!

I also love the title font and how the title is positioned on the cover. Gorgeous.

And imagine falling in love with your slave. Such creativity.

I will totally beg/lie/steal to get this one early. ;D

What book are you looking forward to reading this week?

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-Kelly

Posted by Kelly on 9-04-13 · 18 Comments
Categories: waiting on wednesday

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  1. Samantha Stewart says

    9-04-13 at 7:17 AM

    That cover is stunning! I’m in love with it already!
    Plus, the synopsis sounds really intriguing and I want to know what ” the price she paid for Arin is much higher than she ever could have imagined” means! I’m definitely going to have to get this book when it comes out now. And I’ll be adding it to my TBR so that I don’t forget!
    Great pick! :D
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    • Kelly says

      9-05-13 at 2:01 PM

      I know! When I first saw the stunning cover, all I thought was NEED TO GET THIS IN MY HANDS NOW.
      Ha ha, that mysterious line only adds to the whole mystery. ;D
      Thanks! (:

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  2. Stephanie @ The Novlist says

    9-04-13 at 7:22 AM

    The cover for this one is beautiful! The dress she’s wearing looks gorgeous and I love the way she’s clutching onto the R – amazing font treatment! I don’t think I’ve ever seen something like that in a cover before (but maybe I just don’t remember). I didn’t actually notice the knife until you mentioned it, haha. Great pick, Kelly!
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    • Kelly says

      9-05-13 at 2:05 PM

      I don’t think I’ve seen that cover treatment on any other book before and that makes this book even more unique and special. :D<3
      Ha ha, the knife is a nice touch. I wish she has a little assassin side to her. ;D
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  3. Wendy @ Escape Into Fiction says

    9-04-13 at 9:29 AM

    Wow, I hadn’t heard of this one, but it’s definitely on my list now! That really is a gorgeous cover and I love the synopsis! Awesome WoW pick!
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    • Kelly says

      9-05-13 at 2:08 PM

      The Winner’s Curse should definitely be on your list Wendy! I mean, just look at it! :D<3
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  4. Sana @ artsy musings of a bibliophile says

    9-04-13 at 9:34 AM

    Oh yes, the cover is so enchanting! Love it. Also, wicked rumors, dirty secrets, and games? I’m so there.
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    • Kelly says

      9-05-13 at 2:10 PM

      You’re not the only one who is so there Sana. ;D
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  5. Jennifer @ Feminist Fairy Tale Reviews says

    9-04-13 at 11:17 AM

    This sounds so awesome! That cover is gorgeous and forbidden romance is always fun to read about. Thanks for sharing!
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    • Kelly says

      9-05-13 at 2:15 PM

      Forbidden romance is definitely fun and heartbreaking; the two main reasons why I love reading about it. :D<3
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  6. Hollie @ Music, Books and Tea says

    9-04-13 at 2:49 PM

    This sounds really intriguing! I’m definitely going to be keeping an eye out for it when it’s released. Thanks for the introduction!
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    • Kelly says

      9-05-13 at 2:21 PM

      No problem Hollie! (:
      The Winner’s Curse looks REALLY promising.
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  7. Jen says

    9-04-13 at 6:43 PM

    Ugh this cover is to die for! But the concept alone sounds super good as well, I’m so excited. And I will do anything to get this book early!!
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    • Kelly says

      9-05-13 at 2:29 PM

      I’m glad I’m not the only one who will do ANYTHING to get this one early Jen. I’ll even do the chicken dance on the streets just to get it. I think. Sort of. :P
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  8. Jessica@Lovin' Los Libros says

    9-04-13 at 8:31 PM

    Well, I don’t know about begging, lying, or stealing- but don’t you live in the US? If so, I may just be able to hook a girl up. :)
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    • Kelly says

      9-05-13 at 2:31 PM

      Oh my goodness Jessica, if you get me this book early so I can read it, I will love you forever and ever and ever and ever… ;D<3
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  9. Becca @ Nawanda Files says

    9-04-13 at 10:32 PM

    Yes, so pretty! They were giving away ARCs at the Decatur Book fest, but I was too slow. My feet wouldn’t move fast enough to grab one. I plan to read Shadow Society just to see Rutkoski’s writing … and to distract me during the wait of this one :D
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    • Kelly says

      9-05-13 at 2:34 PM

      I wish I was at the Decatur Book Fest! I would literally be running and be the first one on line for this one. I want The Winner’s Curse SO much.
      I plan on getting The Shadow Society just to see Rutkoski’s writing too! Great minds think alike. ;D
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