Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted by Breaking the Spine where we discuss what books we can't wait for! My pick for today is:
The Offering by Kimberly Derting
Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry
Expected Publication Date: January 7, 2014
Synopsis from Goodreads:
True love—and world war—is at stake in the conclusion to The Pledge trilogy, a dark and romantic blend of dystopia and fantasy.
Charlie, otherwise known as Queen Charlaina of Ludania, has become comfortable as a leader and a ruler. She’s done admirable work to restore Ludania’s broken communications systems with other Queendoms, and she’s mastered the art of ignoring Sabara, the evil former queen whose Essence is alive within Charlie. Or so she thinks.
When the negotiation of a peace agreement with the Queendom of Astonia goes awry, Charlie receives a brutal message that threatens Ludania, and it seems her only option is to sacrifice herself in exchange for Ludanian freedom.
But things aren’t always as they seem. Charlie is walking into a trap—one set by Sabara, who is determined to reclaim the Queendoms at any cost.
Charlie, otherwise known as Queen Charlaina of Ludania, has become comfortable as a leader and a ruler. She’s done admirable work to restore Ludania’s broken communications systems with other Queendoms, and she’s mastered the art of ignoring Sabara, the evil former queen whose Essence is alive within Charlie. Or so she thinks.
When the negotiation of a peace agreement with the Queendom of Astonia goes awry, Charlie receives a brutal message that threatens Ludania, and it seems her only option is to sacrifice herself in exchange for Ludanian freedom.
But things aren’t always as they seem. Charlie is walking into a trap—one set by Sabara, who is determined to reclaim the Queendoms at any cost.
Why I'm Waiting:
I loved both The Pledge and The Essence so I can't wait to see how this trilogy ends. Down with Sabara! This is the perfect mix of my two favorite genres: dystopian and fantasy! I love Charlie. She is strong and independent and will do anything she can to help her country. And of course, let's not forget about Max, the swoony prince. And Zafir, the hilarious guard. So many good characters in this series. I can't wait! Oh and the covers are all gorgeous, are they not?
Have you read any of this series? What did you think? What are you waiting on this Wednesday?
I haven't read The Pledge, but my library has it so I'm going to borrow it! Great pick! I'm in love with the cover!
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-Marianne @ Boricuan Bookworms
Such a good book! I loved it! Can't wait to hear your thoughts on it!
DeleteI read The Pledge when it first came out and it didn't stand out too much for so I haven't read the sequel yet but I love these covers.
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Really? That's too bad. I really liked it. I like the second one a little less, but I'm pretty excited to see how it's all going to end.
DeleteI loved The Pledge and The Essence too...can't wait for this one! I requested it from Edelweiss but of course I got rejected. Oh well! Love love love this series. Great pick! ~Pam
ReplyDeleteI hate when I get rejected. Guess we will both have to wait for it like normal people.... Lame.
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