Waiting on Wednesday #37
Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly event hosted by Breaking the Spine that spotlights books whose
releases we are eagerly awaiting!
Raging Star (Dust Lands #3)
by: Moira Young
Expected Publication: April 15, 2014
Saba is ready to seize her destiny and defeat DeMalo and the Tonton...until she meets him and he confounds all her expectations with his seductive vision of a healed earth, a New Eden. DeMalo wants Saba to join him, in life and work, to create and build a healthy, stable, sustainable world…for the chosen few. The few who can pay.
Jack’s choice is clear: to fight DeMalo and try to stop New Eden. Still uncertain, her connection with DeMalo a secret, Saba commits herself to the fight. Joined by her brother, Lugh, anxious for the land in New Eden, Saba leads an inexperienced guerilla band against the powerfully charismatic DeMalo, in command of his settlers and the Tonton militia. What chance do they have? Saba must act. And be willing to pay the price.
Jack’s choice is clear: to fight DeMalo and try to stop New Eden. Still uncertain, her connection with DeMalo a secret, Saba commits herself to the fight. Joined by her brother, Lugh, anxious for the land in New Eden, Saba leads an inexperienced guerilla band against the powerfully charismatic DeMalo, in command of his settlers and the Tonton militia. What chance do they have? Saba must act. And be willing to pay the price.
GAH! I was SO pissed off at the second book in this series Rebel Heart! Young took things in a completely unforeseeable direction and I was NOT a fan! So I really need her to redeem herself in this third book!
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The first book I enjoyed for the most part. The second book she lost me. I was not impressed with the 2nd book at all. I'll wait to read reviews before I dive into this one. I will be watching to see what you have to say.
ReplyDeleteKate- the second book I was not very happy with either. But I really got caught up in the first, so I'm really hoping the third book redeems itself. I will let you know for sure!
DeleteThis is just another series I haven't started yet, but this time it's because I have heard some really negative things about the second book so I'll wait to see what people think of this one. Hope you'll enjoy it. Great pick Jessica :)
ReplyDeleteTanja @ Ja čitam, a ti?
Thanks Tanja! Yes- the second book.... I couldn't believe the direction the author went but I hate leaving series unfinished, so I'm going to forge ahead and hope she can redeem herself.
DeleteI haven't started this series yet but I did buy the first book.
ReplyDeleteHere's my pick this week
http://moniquesmobooks.blogspot.ca/2013/10/waiting-on-wednesday-22-panic-by-lauren.html
I really enjoyed the first book. This series isn't for everyone, because some people really struggled with the writing style, but it's worth a try. I hope you like it Monique!
DeleteOOh nice! Haven't read this series but it does look pretty intriguing!
ReplyDeleteHere's my WoW
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Thanks Jessica!
DeleteI haven't read this series yet but I remember wanting to. Maybe I will when the last book is out. Raging Star looks amazing!
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Janhvi @ The Readdicts
I loved the first book and hated the second. So... if we're following a pattern I hope I love this last one! LOL.
DeleteI seriously need to start this series. It sounds so good. Thanks for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteHappy Wednesday!
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Thanks for stopping by Shane! I really enjoyed the first book, but had major issues with the second's plot. If you start it, I hope you end up liking it!
DeleteOhhhh I haven't read this series. IDK, the first one just didn't grab me and you know how distracted I get lol. Hope you get it soon!
ReplyDeleteYeah, if the first one didn't grab you, I doubt you'd like it. I hated the second book. But I am determined to read the third and pray it doesn't blow! LOL.
DeleteI have the first book but haven't read it yet. Hope you enjoy!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jen! It's a pretty good dystopia, but the second book really made a lot of people hate this series.
DeleteI've been really curious about this series, but have yet to start it :) Great pick!
ReplyDeleteJanina
My WW!
Janina- I hope you like it- it's definitely gotten a lot of mixed reviews. I loved the first, and the second... well. GRRR. LOL.
DeleteI love this series and I can't wait for Raging Star! Hurry up April!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your awesome pick!
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Doris @ Owl Always Be Reading
Thanks for stopping by Doris! I'm really hoping Moira fixes what she did in Rebel Heart!
DeleteI haven't picked this series up mainly because I don't think she uses quotation marks for her dialogue if I remember correctly, and that always drives me crazy. i really hope you end up liking this one better than the 2nd though!
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Aly- a lot of people really struggled with this series because of the writing style- and I didn't think I could get used to it either. Somehow, I did though. But thank you! I hope the third book is better. I need her to fix the damage she did! LOL.
DeleteNice pick! I've been meaning to start this series since the first book released, but keep forgetting about it. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThanks Andrea! It's not a bad series at all- but it's definitely not for everyone. You'll have to let me know which side you fall on if you get a chance to read them!
DeleteI absolutely loved the first book in the series, and I can't believe I haven't read the second -- I'm scared to! I definitely want to get back to it -- especially after seeing this post. Awesome pick! Thanks for sharing, sweets! :)
ReplyDeleteYeah- you should be scared Michele! Moira really pissed me off. I could NOT believe the direction she took. I mean, seriously. I was FLOORED. I loved the first book too though! I don't know. Maybe you should read it, since I need someone to vent to about it!
DeleteYESSSS!! I love this series! And I cannot wait for the next installment! Though, Rebel Heart wasn't as good as I had hoped, I'm very excited about this one!! :)
ReplyDeleteI love this pick, girl!! :)
Thanks Magen! I was SO bummed about Rebel Heart. Seriously bummed. I was like, "HOW COULD YOU?!" It was cruel what she did. ANYWAYS. Here's to hoping the third books the charm!
DeleteI have the first two... still need to read them O_O
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Alyssa @ The Eater of Books!
I'll be curious as to what you think Alyssa! It's definitely an interesting series that's for sure.
DeleteI have yet to start this series but it looks awesome! The cover looks pretty badass too!
ReplyDeleteYes! The cover is pretty cool! I am definitely a fan of it!
DeleteThanks for stopping by Leydy!
ReplyDeleteI don't know that I've ever heard of this series. I hope you like this one better than the second! The cover is pretty cool. Great pick!
ReplyDeleteThanks Natalie! I hope I do too! She has a lot to fix in this book to make me happy though!
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