“Waiting On” Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking the Spine.
My pick for this week is:
Blood Song
by Rhiannon Hart
September 1st 2011 by Random House Australia
“I wanted to turn but I was held captive by the song on the wind.
I’m coming, I told the voices. Please, wait for me. “
When her sister becomes betrothed to a prince in a northern nation, Zeraphina’s only consolations are that her loyal animal companions are by her side – and that her burning hunger to travel north is finally being sated.
Already her black hair and pale eyes mark her out as different, but now Zeraphina must be even more careful to keep her secret safe. Craving blood is not considered normal behaviour for anyone, let alone a princess. So when the king’s advisor, Rodden, seems to know more about her condition than she does, Zeraphina is determined to find out more.
Zeraphina must be willing to sacrifice everything if she’s to uncover the truth – but what if the truth is beyond her worst nightmares?
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Yes, I know the publication date on this book has long since passed, but as of now this book is only available to Australian readers (unless you’re willing to pay Random House Australia a hefty amount to read the EPUB version…. which I’m seriously considering), so I am waiting for it to come Stateside. I’m just in the mood for a princess fantasy book. Bring on the court intrigue, confusing loyalties, the gowns of satin and silk, the elaborate balls, the infuriating (and most probably forbidden) leading man be he of humble or noble birth, the stolen kisses in darkened corridors, and of course…. your standard issue blood-sucking princess. It sounds super intriguing and I’m hoping it’ll come to the States sooner rather than later, but I’ll probably break down and buy it before then…<sigh>
So… what are you looking forward to this week?
A vampire princess? Count me in! Thanks for sharing. I especially love the title. Blood Song… Doesn’t that just sound so wonderful? Haha, great pick this week.
Sophia
My WoW
It does sound wonderful! I’m super excited about this one. I am hoping, however, that it’s a bit more original than simply vampires….but we shall see
This is one of those times I’m oh, so glad to live Down Under! I was thrilled to receive an ARC of this book months back and it did not disappoint. This book is all those things you’ve mentioned Dani and yet nothing you’ve read before. It’s eerie and romantic, with a love interest in the tradition of Valek from Maria V. Snyder’s Poison Study.
I’m already dying for the next book, Blood Storm and have been since before this book’s official release. I really hope it gets released in the States soon–it’s sure to be a hit there too!
Rachel @ The Rest Is Still Unwritten
Oh stop getting me so excited about it! lol You Aussies are hoarding some seriously good books Down Under. Angel Arias just came out too and I really want that one, oh and Winter’s Shadow. Would like to get my hands on that one too! Hurry up publishers!
Oh, I so so so hope this sells foreign rights! It is an absolutely MUST READ. I LOVED this book!! Zeraphina is such an awesome heroine and I adored her scenes with Rodden. He’s so infuriating! And oh, how I love him. Plus the scenes with the Lharmells were brilliant! You’re making me want to reread this now
Ok…all these gushing comments are pushing me over the edge. I’m buying this book, because apparently I must. lol
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I loved Blood Song!! Hope you can get your hands on it
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Yay! I’m getting this book, definitely.
Oh Wow- I love the look of this book (plus the cover is gorgeous!)
Have you heard of Fish Pond World? It’s an Australian online bookstore that I love (free worldwide shipping)
http://www.fishpondworld.com/Books/First-Book-of-Lharmell-Rhiannon-Hart/9781742750965?cf=3&rid=872078728&i=4&keywords=blood+song
THANK YOU SO MUCH for this link! I had never heard of them before and I’m bookmarking them for future Aussie-only book purchases. Can’t wait to get Blood Song!!!
Don’t you love how YA takes everything we love & puts a twist on it to make it even better!!! This book sounds great! I hope it does get to the US soon!!!
YA-Sisterhood
I love this WoW! Sounds so good. Wonder when it’s coming out in the US? Thanks for sharing.
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I love the sound of this one and absolutely love that cover too. Adding this to my TBR list!
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This does sound like a good one! I hope it comes this way soon! I love stories with any kind of royalty.
I’ve been looking forward to Blood Song coming here, too- but wait, maybe it’s released in Canada… I’m SO going to check now! Blood Song looks amazing enough to me to pay for the epub version too
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Wow. That sounds…wow. And I don’t even like vampires. Much. ;p
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Awesome pick as usual, Dani!
Oh yeah this one sounds great! I didn’t know it was available to Australia only. That’s a shame I was looking forward to ordering a copy.
Giselle
Xpresso Reads
This book sounds so amazing! I think it is the best one I have come across today. I think our taste run similar in the undead category, (be they zombies or vampires). So just how much we talking for the EPub? hahaha. No wait really – do they want my firstborn? Or can I slide in with a bit less?
Thanks for coming by. Be sure to check out the short stories for Halloween Fun if you have time. I am posting book cover shots from each author – there are some zombie books in there, (Kat Nove who wrote yesterday’s short story has a z book).
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I love the new site looks great, a vampire princess huh sounds interesting.
Hopping through. Thanks for the visit and Happy Reading 😀
This is a beautiful cover. It does sound good. Hope you like it.
This is my first time visiting your site. I’m glad you pick this book!
Sam
First, your webpage banner is totally lovely!
Second, the book cover is gorgeous and has the added attraction of being relevant to the book. I loves me a pretty cover but I like it even better if it actually reflects the book.
Lastly, I’m pretty sparing about my fantasy reads, I can be really picky. That said your description makes me want to read some fantasy right now! The book sounds great but I love reading WoW posts for other readers takes on upcoming books and your was pure perfection.
Excellent pick and an excellent post.
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Hi Dani!
Been busy… LOL! That’s why I’m a bit late visiting your blog =)
Anyway, have a lovely day!
XOXO!