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"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event that spotlights upcoming releases that we're
eagerly anticipating.
This week's pre-publication "can't-wait-to-read" selection is:
Luminary (Anomaly #2) by Krista McGee
Thomas Nelson / ISBN#
Expected Publication Date: January 7, 2014
Find on: Amazon, Goodreads
About the book:
Thalli thought escaping to the surface would mean freedom. But is she any less of an anomaly aboveground?
After escaping an underground annihilation chamber, Thalli, Berk, Rhen, and John find themselves fleeing across the former United States, aboveground for the first time. As the defectors cross the forgotten landscape, the three youths see things they had only read about on screens: horses, rain, real books—and a colony of unsanctioned survivors living the ancient way in a town called New Hope.
When these survivors reveal the truth of what happened years ago, Thalli is left unsettled and skeptical of everything she’s ever been told. Can she trust anything from the State, including her own feelings for Berk? When she volunteers for a peace mission to New Hope’s violent neighbor, Athens, her confusion mounts when the supposedly ruthless Prince Alex turns out to be kind and charming. Although everyone in New Hope warned her not to, she can’t help but fall for him.
Meanwhile, John’s unwavering faith in the goodness of the Designer begins to make its mark on Thalli’s heart. But can Thalli really come to trust in a generous, protective Designer who rules over all things? Would that not be setting herself up for another betrayal?
The time for her to decide is now . . . because the State is closing in.
Why I want to read this book:
I loved book one, Anomaly, and dystopian books in general, so I'm really looking forward to Luminary! :)
What's your "Waiting On" Wednesday selection this week?
Luminary (Anomaly #2) by Krista McGeeExpected Publication Date: January 7, 2014
Find on: Amazon, Goodreads
About the book:
Thalli thought escaping to the surface would mean freedom. But is she any less of an anomaly aboveground?
After escaping an underground annihilation chamber, Thalli, Berk, Rhen, and John find themselves fleeing across the former United States, aboveground for the first time. As the defectors cross the forgotten landscape, the three youths see things they had only read about on screens: horses, rain, real books—and a colony of unsanctioned survivors living the ancient way in a town called New Hope.
When these survivors reveal the truth of what happened years ago, Thalli is left unsettled and skeptical of everything she’s ever been told. Can she trust anything from the State, including her own feelings for Berk? When she volunteers for a peace mission to New Hope’s violent neighbor, Athens, her confusion mounts when the supposedly ruthless Prince Alex turns out to be kind and charming. Although everyone in New Hope warned her not to, she can’t help but fall for him.
Meanwhile, John’s unwavering faith in the goodness of the Designer begins to make its mark on Thalli’s heart. But can Thalli really come to trust in a generous, protective Designer who rules over all things? Would that not be setting herself up for another betrayal?
The time for her to decide is now . . . because the State is closing in.
I loved book one, Anomaly, and dystopian books in general, so I'm really looking forward to Luminary! :)
What's your "Waiting On" Wednesday selection this week?
Can't wait for this one!! :D
ReplyDeleteCan't wait for this one!!!
ReplyDeleteI can not wait for this book either. The ending to Anomaly came out of the blue and I'm ready for answers! Great pick!
ReplyDeletei've never heard of this book before but the cover is very interesting and unique. premise sounds great too. awesome pick :)
ReplyDeletehope you can stop by my WoW post.
-michelle @ Michelle & Leslie's Book Picks
First off...That cover is awesome. I have never heard of this series, and I'm really interested! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteRachel @ thegirlsinplaidskirts.com
My Grandma absolutely LOVED the first one in this series! I think I might get this for her next year! :)
ReplyDeleteOhh this one sounds really good :) Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeletemy WOW: http://www.bookythoughtsandme.com/come-to-me-quietly/