Wednesday, October 4, 2017

Waiting on Wednesday #48

Hey everyone and welcome back (or to!) my blog! I'm Genni, and today I'll be participating in Waiting on Wednesday. WoW was hosted by Jill @ Breaking the Spine. Every week we showcase an upcoming release we are excited about. Jill hasn't been posting for quite some time, so Tressa @ Wishful Endings has adopted and renamed WoW to Can't Wait Wednesday.

 For this week, I chose Blood and Sand by C.V. Wyk, out January 16, 2018! 
The action-packed tale of a 17-year-old warrior princess and a handsome gladiator who dared take on the Roman Republic--and gave rise to the legend of Spartacus....

Roma Victor. The Republic of Rome is on a relentless march to build an empire--an empire built on the backs of the conquered, brought back to Rome as slaves.

Attia was once destined to rule as the queen and swordmaiden of Thrace, the greatest warrior kingdom the world had seen since Sparta. Now she is a slave, given to Xanthus, the Champion of Rome, as a sign of his master's favor. Enslaved as a child, Xanthus is the preeminent gladiator of his generation.

Against all odds, Attia and Xanthus form a tentative bond. A bond that will spark a rebellion. A rebellion that threatens to bring the Roman Republic to its end--and gives rise to the legend of Spartacus....
Why I'm Waiting

I remember hearing about this book shortly after I read The Valiant by Lesley Livingston, and immediately added this to my TBR. Even though it's not as good as female gladiators, we've got a warrior princess! I think the synopsis makes the book sound like every other YA (kind of giving me The Wrath and the Dawn vibes, to be honest) but I  hope it stands out! Even if it doesn't, the book sounds like such a blast.

Are you looking forward to Blood and Sand?

Thanks so much for stopping by and I'll see you soon with another post!

Happy Reading!

Genni @ Ready, Set, Read!  
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22 comments:

  1. Jessica @ a GREAT readOctober 4, 2017 at 6:07 AM

    Ooh interesting! That's a new to me one! Hope you enjoy it once you read it!

    Here's my WoW

    Have a GREAT day!

    Old Follower :)

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    1. Gennifer EcclesOctober 4, 2017 at 2:38 PM

      Thanks Jessica! I'm keeping my hopes up. :) I'll be sure to visit!

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  2. AmyOctober 4, 2017 at 10:14 AM

    Oh my word!! "The action-packed tale of a 17-year-old warrior princess and a handsome gladiator".....I AM SOLD!! That sounds amazing! Awesome pick, Genni!
    Here's my WoW

    Amy @ A Magical World Of Words

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    1. Gennifer EcclesOctober 4, 2017 at 2:41 PM

      I know!!! It sound so badass. Let's hope it's as great as the synopsis! And cover to be honest.. I love it!

      Thanks so much for stopping by Amy! <3

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  3. BarbOctober 4, 2017 at 2:55 PM

    Sounds good but there seems to be a lot of books giving me a similar vibe. However, once I see a few reviews, I'm sure I'll be convinced to grab it.

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    1. Gennifer EcclesOctober 5, 2017 at 11:49 AM

      You're right! A lot of YA fantasy books get lost in the shuffle. It's the reviews that really set the books apart when deciding what to read! At least, it is for me unless it's written by a favorite author of mine. :)

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  4. TâniaOctober 4, 2017 at 2:59 PM

    Why haven't heard of this one before?! The Roman Empire is one of my favourite periods in history. I love books that are set during that time. Thank you for sharing - adding it to my wishlist.

    Happy readings!
    Tânia @MyLovelySecret

    Pokémon Halloween Book Tag

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    1. Gennifer EcclesOctober 5, 2017 at 11:50 AM

      I'm glad I introduced you to it!! I hope you love it Tania! :D And a Pokemon Halloween Book Tag?? YES!

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    2. TâniaOctober 5, 2017 at 1:33 PM

      If you join the tag, please don't forget to tell me. :)

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    3. Gennifer EcclesOctober 18, 2017 at 6:42 PM

      Of course! Hopefully I'll do it this weekend. :)

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  5. AnonymousOctober 4, 2017 at 5:30 PM

    How I miss this one?! It sounds soooo good. I enjoy anything that has to do with the Roman Empire, and add in a female warrior too. Yes please!

    Jenea's Book Obsession's CWW

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    1. Gennifer EcclesOctober 5, 2017 at 11:50 AM

      It hasn't gotten a ton of buzz, at least not yet! I actually don't remember how I found it! :) Thanks for stopping by Jenea!

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  6. AnetaOctober 4, 2017 at 8:24 PM

    This sounds amazing! Anything with female warrior has me hooked already.
    Hope we both get to read this one soon :)
    Here is my WOW 

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    1. Gennifer EcclesOctober 5, 2017 at 11:51 AM

      I'm keeping my fingers crossed (and scouring Netgalley and Edelweiss)! Female warriors are always a huge selling point! :)

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  7. GregOctober 5, 2017 at 2:02 AM

    It does sound good, and that cover gives me the impression it's going to be action- packed!

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    1. Gennifer EcclesOctober 5, 2017 at 11:51 AM

      Me as well! I'm hoping it is and won't focus too much on the romance.

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  8. VerushkaOctober 5, 2017 at 7:04 AM

    Oh wow, a female warrior? And she's part of the rebellion? Sounds fantastic!

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  9. The Butterfly ReaderOctober 9, 2017 at 10:28 AM

    This sounds really good!

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