Waiting on Wednesday
is a weekly meme hosted by Breaking the Spine
that showcases upcoming releases
that showcases upcoming releases
that people are very much anticipating.
I very recently read the prequel novella to this book, and it was GOOD. Now, if that's how good the novella was, I can only imagine how good the actual novel may be. And this week, I WANT THAT NOVEL, stat.
Author: Livia Blackburne
Publisher: Disney Hyperion
Publisher: Disney Hyperion
Publishing Date: July 8, 2014
Pages: 368
Pages: 368
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Growing up on Forge’s streets has taught Kyra how to stretch a coin. And when that’s not enough, her uncanny ability to scale walls and bypass guards helps her take what she needs.
But when the leader of the Assassins Guild offers Kyra a lucrative job, she hesitates. She knows how to get by on her own, and she’s not sure she wants to play by his rules. But he’s persistent—and darkly attractive—and Kyra can’t quite resist his pull.
Tristam of Brancel is a young Palace knight on a mission. After his best friend is brutally murdered by Demon Riders, a clan of vicious warriors who ride bloodthirsty wildcats, Tristam vows to take them down. But as his investigation deepens, he finds his efforts thwarted by a talented thief, one who sneaks past Palace defenses with uncanny ease.
When a fateful raid throws Kyra and Tristam together, the two enemies realize that their best chance at survival—and vengeance—might be to join forces. And as their loyalties are tested to the breaking point, they learn a startling secret about Kyra’s past that threatens to reshape both their lives.
When I see fancy door knockers I think of Labyrinth, so...
Does your pick this week involve thievery--either in the book or from you to get it?
Growing up on Forge’s streets has taught Kyra how to stretch a coin. And when that’s not enough, her uncanny ability to scale walls and bypass guards helps her take what she needs.
But when the leader of the Assassins Guild offers Kyra a lucrative job, she hesitates. She knows how to get by on her own, and she’s not sure she wants to play by his rules. But he’s persistent—and darkly attractive—and Kyra can’t quite resist his pull.
Tristam of Brancel is a young Palace knight on a mission. After his best friend is brutally murdered by Demon Riders, a clan of vicious warriors who ride bloodthirsty wildcats, Tristam vows to take them down. But as his investigation deepens, he finds his efforts thwarted by a talented thief, one who sneaks past Palace defenses with uncanny ease.
When a fateful raid throws Kyra and Tristam together, the two enemies realize that their best chance at survival—and vengeance—might be to join forces. And as their loyalties are tested to the breaking point, they learn a startling secret about Kyra’s past that threatens to reshape both their lives.
When I see fancy door knockers I think of Labyrinth, so...
Does your pick this week involve thievery--either in the book or from you to get it?
YES YES YES YES YES!! I need this book. Looks SO good. Great pick and thanks or sharing :D
ReplyDeleteMily
My WoW
Awesome pick. Thanks for sharing:)
ReplyDeleteHappy Wednesday!
Shane @ Itching for Books
My book is about rescuer but there is a thief. My post at Mixed Book Bag
ReplyDeleteAhh, I'm really excited about this one as well! I really want to read it soon. :) Great pick!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait until July to get my hands on this!
ReplyDeleteI just added this to my Goodreads. Sounds awesome! Great pick, thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteMy WoW doesn't have a thief but it does have an intruder. If you are interested you can read it here.