Waiting on Wednesday #48
Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly event hosted by Breaking the Spine that spotlights books whose
releases we are eagerly awaiting!
Free to Fallby: Lauren Miller
YA Science Fiction
Expected Release: May 13, 2014
Harper Teen
What if there was an app that told you what song to listen to, what coffee to order, who to date, even what to do with your life—an app that could ensure your complete and utter happiness? What if you never had to fail or make a wrong choice?
What if you never had to fall?
Fast-forward to a time when Apple and Google have been replaced by Gnosis, a monolith corporation that has developed the most life-changing technology to ever hit the market: Lux, an app that flawlessly optimizes decision making for the best personal results. Just like everyone else, sixteen-year-old Rory Vaughn knows the key to a happy, healthy life is following what Lux recommends. When she’s accepted to the elite boarding school Theden Academy, her future happiness seems all the more assured. But once on campus, something feels wrong beneath the polished surface of her prestigious dream school. Then she meets North, a handsome townie who doesn’t use Lux, and begins to fall for him and his outsider way of life. Soon, Rory is going against Lux’s recommendations, listening instead to the inner voice that everyone has been taught to ignore — a choice that leads her to uncover a truth neither she nor the world ever saw coming.
What if you never had to fall?
Fast-forward to a time when Apple and Google have been replaced by Gnosis, a monolith corporation that has developed the most life-changing technology to ever hit the market: Lux, an app that flawlessly optimizes decision making for the best personal results. Just like everyone else, sixteen-year-old Rory Vaughn knows the key to a happy, healthy life is following what Lux recommends. When she’s accepted to the elite boarding school Theden Academy, her future happiness seems all the more assured. But once on campus, something feels wrong beneath the polished surface of her prestigious dream school. Then she meets North, a handsome townie who doesn’t use Lux, and begins to fall for him and his outsider way of life. Soon, Rory is going against Lux’s recommendations, listening instead to the inner voice that everyone has been taught to ignore — a choice that leads her to uncover a truth neither she nor the world ever saw coming.
I loved Lauren Miller's Parallel and her plot twists will leave you gasping for breath and shaking your head in disbelief. I am super excited for this one!
32 comments
I want this one, too, Jess! I read Parallel and Pivot Point very close together, and while Parallel wasn't QUITE as good, I still can't wait to read more from Lauren Miller.
ReplyDeleteStephanie @ Inspiring Insomnia
I haven't read Pivot Point yet, but that makes me excited that you liked it!
DeleteOhhh this looks good! Never heard of this author before. I'll make sure to go check out her Goodreads page ;)
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing!
Mikki @A Bookish Escape
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:D Lauren's debut was really good!!!
DeleteI haven't read Parallel yet- but I've heard loads about it. So can't wait for this one, sounds amazing. :)
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Kirsty @ StudioReads
I'm really excited for this one too! I love the futuristic sound!
DeleteI have never heard of this one! It sounds really interesting and I have heard great things about Parallel so I'm curious. Great pick Jessica :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Tanja! Parallel was really intriguing! I loved how different it was! :D
DeleteI like the sounds of this! Great pick.
ReplyDeleteJenea @ Books Live Forever's WoW
Thanks Jenea! I'm excited for it!
DeleteI'm super excited for this one, too. I really liked Parallel and am looking forward to seeing what she does next. Great pick!
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Thanks Natalie! Parallel had me screaming a few times, so I wonder if Lauren will continue with her crazy plot twists!
DeleteI really like the idea of this one. I haven't read her other book yet though, hopefully before the year is out though. Great pick!
ReplyDeleteThanks Michelle! I hope you like Parallel once you get to it!
DeleteI haven't heard of this one before but it definitely sounds different and very possible to be a real thing in the future! Thanks for the Share
ReplyDeleteAmber @ Paradise of Pages
Yes! I love that it does seem like it could be a realistic possibility!
DeleteNice! This one's totally new to me! Hope you enjoy it once you read it!
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Thanks Jessica!
DeleteOoh, this sounds really good! Definitely adding to my TBR!
ReplyDelete:D Wooo! I think it'll be great!
DeleteNice pick! Is this a continuation of a Parallel? Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteSadly it's not! Lauren said she wasn't writing anything else with Parallel, which made me really sad because I hate open endings. LOL.
DeleteYA science fiction! Definitely a book after my heart ;) I probably won't end up reading it (blog schedule is PACKED), but I wouldn't mind reading a review by you! It could make a great summer read, when I'm on break :D
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I feel you girl. My schedule is pretty packed too. Hopefully I can squeeze this one in though! I need more sci-fi in my life!
DeleteI really love the sound of this one!! Adding for sure!! :D
ReplyDelete:D I can't wait for it!!!!
DeleteI really enjoyed her other novel Parallel, so I'm really looking forward to another book from her! Her writing style is beautiful! Thanks for sharing!!
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-Becca@ Pivot Book Reviews
I agree Becca! She has a great writing style!
DeleteInteresting synopsis! I'm adding it to my TBR list :)
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Jackie @Jackie's Book World
:D Yay! It does sound super interesting! I can't wait to check it out!
DeleteI really liked Parallel and when Lauren described Free To Fall, I knew I had to read it. It just sounds like it has the potential for awesome. Parallel slightly went over my head but I love how Lauren aims so high.
ReplyDeleteSame here girl! I had to really focus on Parallel. I couldn't let my brain stray and wander like it usually does.
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