Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Waiting on Wednesday (17)

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Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine in which we showcase upcoming releases we are eagerly anticipating.

Vessel
by Sarah Beth Durst
Release Date: September 11, 2012


Goodreads Synopsis:

In a desert world of sandstorms and sand-wolves, a teen girl must defy the gods to save her tribe in this mystical, atmospheric tale from the author of Drink, Slay, Love."Liyana has trained her entire life to be the vessel of a goddess. The goddess will inhabit Liyana's body and use magic to bring rain to the desert. But Liyana's goddess never comes. Abandoned by her angry tribe, Liyana expects to die in the desert. Until a boy walks out of the dust in search of her.

Korbyn is a god inside his vessel, and a trickster god at that. He tells Liyana that five other gods are missing, and they set off across the desert in search of the other vessels. For the desert tribes cannot survive without the magic of their gods. But the journey is dangerous, even with a god's help. And not everyone is willing to believe the trickster god's tale.

The closer she grows to Korbyn, the less Liyana wants to disappear to make way for her goddess. But she has no choice: She must die for her tribe to live. Unless a trickster god can help her to trick fate--or a human girl can muster some magic of her own.

Why I'm waiting:

*Ogles at cover*
The first thing that caught my eye was that absolutely stunning cover. And then the synopsis came and I was instantly hooked. Sand-wolves, lost goddesses, trickster gods and journeys? 
*happy dance*
I'm so incredibly psyched. While I haven't read her first book, I have heard some good things about it so I'm interested to see where she takes this one. This seems like a magical fantasy that I can't wait to get my greedy hands on ;)


So what are y'all waiting on this fine Wednesday? Be sure to leave a comment and let me know! 


All the best ♥
Mackenzie

11 comments:

  1. Becki @ TheFlutterbyRoomJune 27, 2012 at 9:25 AM

    That sounds like a really interesting book. And I totally agree, the cover is stunning! Great pick.

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    1. Mackenzie @ Oh, For the Love of Books!June 28, 2012 at 9:37 AM

      I know! Oh that cover is just beautiful! This is one book where I'd totally read it no matter the synopsis because the cover is just so fantastic :D Thanks for stopping by!!

      All the best ♥
      Mackenzie

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  2. KeertanaJune 27, 2012 at 10:02 AM

    Wow, this sounds incredible! I haven't heard of it before but the sand-wolves, lost goddesses, trickster gods, and journeys are definitely drawing me in too! I'll have to add this one to my TBR-Shelf!(: Amazing pick this week Mackenzie! :D

    ~Keertana
    Ivy Book Bindings

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    1. Mackenzie @ Oh, For the Love of Books!June 28, 2012 at 9:37 AM

      I know!!! Yay! I'm glad I could help you add a new book to your TBR XD Thanks for stopping by!!

      All the best ♥
      Mackenzie

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  3. Katie @ BlookGirlJune 27, 2012 at 10:28 AM

    Yes, the cover is really lovely. I like that there's not just another pretty Caucasian girl on the cover. I'm not too sure about the synopsis, but I may just give it a try regardless, because of how unique it sounds. Great pick! :-)

    My WoW

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    1. Mackenzie @ Oh, For the Love of Books!June 28, 2012 at 9:38 AM

      I agree! From the synopsis, I could totally imagine the MC looking like the girl on the cover. Its very fitting. Yay! Thanks for stopping by!

      All the best ♥
      Mackenzie

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  4. LauraJune 27, 2012 at 10:41 AM

    I'm not certain if i'd like a book like that but it does sound interesting and very unique, doesn't it?

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    1. Mackenzie @ Oh, For the Love of Books!June 28, 2012 at 9:39 AM

      It does! I definitely agree that I'm not quite sure, but because of its uniqueness, I'm definitely intrigued :P Thanks for stopping by!!

      All the best ♥
      Mackenzie

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  5. Mackenzie @ Oh, For the Love of Books!June 28, 2012 at 9:39 AM

    Thanks!! awww your too sweet XD Hope you continue to like my blog and thanks for stopping by!!

    All the best ♥
    Mackenzie

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  6. ChristinaJune 30, 2012 at 1:12 PM

    holy crap, that's a gorgeous cover and looks interesting to pick! New follower on GFC. Would love you to check out my new blog, Ensconced in YA:

    http://cahreviews.blogspot.com

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