Top Ten Tuesday (#118) (12/29/15) Top Ten Most Anticipated Releases For The First Half of 2016

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Top Ten Most Anticipated Releases For The First Half of 2016

I was on vacation last week and didn't get to post this, and since I am terrible at resolutions, I am going back and posting this list.  I love that the list gets split between the first and second half of the year.  I agree with the logic, the books that come out later in the year just don't get the love.  Here are the books that I am most anticipating that will be published between January 1st through June 30th.

The Rose and the Dagger (The Wrath and the Dawn #2) by Renee Ahdieh

 Expected publication: May 3rd 2016 by Putnam Juvenile

The first book in this series was my favorite of last year, so it stands to reason, this is my most anticipated book this year.  I want a copy of it NOW.

Inferno (Blood for Blood #2) by Catherine Doyle

 Expected publication: January 7th 2016 by Chicken House

I liked the first book in this series, so I am looking forward to the second. Full disclose, I will probably have to go refresh my memory on the first book, but the Romeo and Juliette factor of this series has me intrigued. 

The Last Boy and Girl in the World by Siobhan Vivian

Expected publication: April 26th 2016 by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers

Siobhan Vivian, wrote one of my all time favorite books, so I will always eagerly anticipate any future books she writes.

When We Collided by Emery Lord

Expected publication: April 5th 2016 by Bloomsbury USA Childrens

Emery Lord is becoming one of my go-to authors when I want an awesome contemporary read.  All her books are just so well done. 

Lady Renegades (Rebel Belle #3) by Rachel Hawkins

Expected publication: April 12th 2016 by G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers

I can't wait to find out how this final book in the series turns out.  I've really enjoyed this series so far. Between the kick butt heroine, the paranormal element, and the humor that are a trademark f Rachel Hawkins' books, this one is a must read.

The Crown (The Selection #5) by Kiera Cass

 Expected publication: May 3rd 2016 by HarperTeen

My love/hate relationship with this series will continue as I read this next (final?) installment in the series. If the series does last much longer, we may have to break up though.

The Glittering Court (The Glittering Court #1) by Richelle Mead

 Expected publication: April 5th 2016 by Razorbill

I love Richelle Mead, so this book is a must read for me. This may also be one of my favorite covers of any of her YA books, so that always helps.

Highly Illogical Behavior by John Corey Whaley

Expected publication: May 10th 2016 by Dial Books

I finally read a JCW book this past year, and it was pretty awesome. That means this book becomes one of the most anticipated books for me.

Glass Sword (Red Queen #2) by Victoria Aveyard

Expected publication: February 9th 2016 by HarperTeen

I read the first book in the series pretty late in the year, pretty much when I saw it popping up on so many people best books of 2015 lists.  I can't wait to read where the story goes next.

Remembrance (The Mediator #7) by Meg Cabot

Expected publication: February 2nd 2016 by William Morrow

The lone adult book on my list. But really it's kind of a fake adult book since it continues a YA series. Either way I can't wait to see what these characters are up to. 

"Waiting On" Wednesday (#99) Inferno (Blood for Blood #2) by Catherine Doyle

“Waiting On” Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted at Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we’re eagerly anticipating.

This week I'm picking:

Inferno (Blood for Blood #2) by Catherine Doyle
Expected publication: January 7th 2016 by Chicken House

From Goodreads: 

Sophie's life has been turned upside-down, and she's determined to set things right. But Nic, the Falcone brother who represents everything she's trying to forget, won't give up on their love - and it's Luca's knife she clutches for comfort. Soon another mafia clan spoils the fragile peace - and with her heart drawn in one direction and her blood in another, Sophie's in deeper than ever.


Why I'm Waiting:

The first book was not what I was expecting, but I thought it was pretty good.  I look forward to seeing where the story goes.

Top Ten Tuesday (#75) (01/06/14) Top Ten Most Anticipated Debut Novels For 2015

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Top Ten Most Anticipated Debut Novels For 2015

I get so excited by the idea of debut novels.  I try to read as many as I can, and I have discovered some great authors along the way.  There were so many debuts that I am looking forward to, I decided to limit this to books where there was a cover, even if that cover may change.  See the honorable mentions after the list, for those books that look AWESOME, but just don't have cover art yet.  Here are the debut books I'm looking forward to in 2015.

Deadly Design by Debra Dockter

Expected publication: June 2nd 2015 by Putnam Juvenile

This looks sufficiently creepy and yet awesome. I am also intrigued by the comparisons to If I Stay and the Maze Runner.

Hello, I Love You by Katie M. Stout

Expected publication: June 9th 2015 by St. Martin's Griffin

Usually when books are compared to my favorites, I have a bit of hesitancy, but this one hits so many of my buttons.  I love books about Music, Boarding Schools and foreign countries.  This one has it all.

Last Year's Mistake by Gina Ciocca

Expected publication: June 9th 2015 by Simon Pulse

I can't wait to read this one.  I love a good contemporary, and this one looks like it will fit the bill.  I love the idea of finding redemption for a past mistake.

Like It Never Happened by Emily Adrian

Expected publication: June 2nd 2015 by Dial

The description compares it to some pretty specatcular authors, if it delivers even partially on what it promises, then I will love it. 

Shutter by Courtney Alameda

Expected publication: February 3rd 2015 by Feiwel & Friends

How absolutely creepy yet awesome is that cover?  Not just that but the description makes me want to pick up a copy now.

The Wrath and the Dawn (The Wrath and the Dawn #1) by Renee Ahdieh

Expected publication: May 12th 2015 by Putnam Juvenile

There are a lot of debuts that I am excited about, but when I read the description of this one I wanted it in my hands RIGHT now.  This was a hell yes, and very well might be my most anticipated.

The Night We Said Yes by Lauren Gibaldi

Expected publication: June 16th 2015 by Harper Teen

I have burned by so many books that use Sarah Dessen as a comparison, and yet it almost always works to get me to read the book.  I like the idea behind this one, and it looks like it may be similar to Last Year's Mistake, which I am also looking forward to.  I clearly have a type.

Vendetta (Vendetta #1) by Catherine Doyle

Expected publication: February 24th 2015 by Scholastic Inc. 

I featured this as a WoW a few months ago, and my anticipation for this book has not lessened at all.  If anything I am even more excited to read it. 

The Wrong Side of Right by Jenn Marie Thorne

Expected publication: March 17th 2015 by Dial

Based on the description I am super excited to read this book.  It does seem very reminiscent of This is What Happy Looks Like by Jennifer E. Smith, and I loved that book so I have high hopes for this one.

Anne & Henry by Dawn Ius

Expected publication: 2015 by Simon Pulse

I love the idea of this history reimagined story.  This may end up being awful or awesome.  I can't wait to find out which one it is.

Honorable Mentions:

These don't have a cover yet, and sometimes the description is sparse, but what is there looks awesome:

• Daughters Unto Devils by Amy Lukavics Expected publication: 2015 by Harlequin Teen
• Romancing the Dark in the City of Light by Ann Jacobus Expected publication:  2015 by Thomas Dunne 
• THE FIX by Natasha Sinel Expected publication: September 2015 by Sky Pony Press | Skyhorse Publishing
• For the Record by Charlotte Huang Expected publication: 2015 by Delacorte
• The Dead House by Dawn Kurtagich Expected publication: September 2015 by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
• It's a Wonderful Death by Sarah J. Schmitt Expected publication: 2015 by Sky Pony Press

"Waiting On" Wednesday (#53) Valentine Vendetta by Catherine Doyle

“Waiting On” Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted at Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we’re eagerly anticipating.

This week I'm picking:
Valentine Vendetta by Catherine Doyle
Expected publication: January 1st 2015 by Chicken House Ltd

From Goodreads: 
Blood Will Spill, Hearts Will Break: With a fierce rivalry raging between two warring families, falling in love is the deadliest thing Sophie could do. An epic debut set outside modern-day Chicago.

For Sophie, it feels like another slow, hot summer in Cedar Hill, waitressing at her family’s diner and hanging out with her best friend Millie. But then someone moves into the long-abandoned mansion up the block--a family of five Italian brothers, each one hotter than the last. Unable to resist caramel-eyed Nicoli, Sophie finds herself falling for him -- and willfully ignoring the warning signs. Why are Nic's knuckles cut and bruised? Why does he carry an engraved switchblade? And why does his arrogant and infuriating older brother, Luca, refuse to let her see him? As the boys' dark secrets begin to come to light, Sophie is confronted with stinging truths about her own family, too. Suddenly, she's torn between two warring dynasties: the one she’s related to and the one she's now in love with. She'll have to choose between loyalty and passion. When she does, blood will spill, hearts will break. Because in this twisted underworld, dishonor can be the difference between life and death.

Why I'm Waiting:

I'm actually not sure when this is coming out or by whom (Chicken House or Scholastic, same company, different imprint). The title may also be either Vendetta or Valentine Vendetta.  Whichever it is, it looks really good.  It almost has a Romeo and Juliette feel. Oh, and debuts always intrigue me.