WOW - Waiting On Shaman Rises by C.E. Murphy

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Title: Shaman Rises Author: C.E. Murphy Series: The Walker Papers #9 Reading Level: Adult/UF Publisher: Harlequin Luna | June 24, 2014 Add it: Goodreads Pre-order: Amazon | Book Depository Synopsis:  Joanne Walker has two choices:  Defeat the enemy…or lose her soul trying.  For over a year, Joanne has been fighting the Master—the world's most abiding evil. She's sacrificed family, friendships, even watched potential futures fade away…and now the Master is bringing the final battle to Joanne's beloved Seattle. Lives will be lost as the repercussions of all Joanne's growth come to her doorstep. Before the end, she'll mourn, rejoice—and surrender everything for the hope of the world's survival. She'll be a warrior and a healer. Because she is finally a Shaman Rising.

I know this is a late Waiting on Wednesday but I still haven't gotten the book...so that counts right? Anyways, this is one my favorite urban fantasy series so I am so very sad for it to be the last one. If you haven't read them, you should try it. They're awesome! Start with Urban Shaman.

WOW - Waiting On The Bane Chronicles by Cassandra Clare & Sarah Rees Brennan & Maureen Johnson

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Title: The Bane Chronicles Author: Cassandra Clare, Maureen Johnson, Sarah Rees Brennan, Cassandra Jean (Illustrator) Series: The Bane Chronicles Reading Level: Young Adult Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry Books | November 11, 2014 Add it: Goodreads Pre-order: Amazon | Book Depository | Books-A-Million  Synopsis:  Fans of The Mortal Instruments and The Infernal Devices can get to know warlock Magnus Bane like never before in this collection of New York Times bestselling tales, in print for the first time with an exclusive new story and illustrated material. This collection of eleven short stories illuminates the life of the enigmatic Magnus Bane, whose alluring personality, flamboyant style, and sharp wit populate the pages of the #1 New York Times bestselling series, The Mortal Instruments and The Infernal Devices. Originally released one-by-one as e-only short stories by Cassandra Clare, Maureen Johnson, and Sarah Rees Brennan, this compilation presents all ten together in print for the first time and includes a never-before-seen eleventh tale, as well as new illustrated material.

Oooo, only one word: Magnus. He's one of my favorite characters in all of Cassandra Clare's Shadowhunter series. The Bane Chronicles looks soooo good! I can't wait!

WOW - Kalona's Fall by P.C. Cast & Kristin Cast

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Title: Kalona's Fall Author: P.C. Cast & Kristin Cast Series: House of Night Novellas #4 Reading Level: Young Adult Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin | July 29, 2014 Add it: Goodreads Pre-order: Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Book Depository | Books-A-Million  Synopsis:  In KALONA’S FALL, the shadows in Kalona’s past will finally come to light… We will learn about the winged immortal’s secret history and discover how he went from being the Goddess’s Warrior and Guardian to her enemy and betrayer. Did Darkness taint Kalona as it did Neferet, or has the powerful immortal always preferred power over honor, and control over faith? This novella will be crucial to fans’ understanding of Kalona, before his role in the explosive final installment of the House of Night, REDEEMED coming in October 2014.

This is the last novella in the House of Night series before the last full length book comes out in October.
I'm, like, relieved that there's only two more I have to read in this series. Don't get me wrong, it started out pretty good. The first four or five books were awesome! But, then they got hard to just finish. It became a struggle and the only reason I've kept reading them is because I wanna know what happens with stupid Neferet.
Anyways, this novella looks pretty cool. I mean, the cover's gorgeous and we get to learn more about Kalona so there's that.

WOW - Waiting On Silver Shadows by Richelle Mead

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Title: Silver Shadows Author: Richelle Mead Series: Bloodlines #5 Reading Level: Young Adult Publisher: Razorbill | July 29, 2014 Add it: Goodreads Pre-order: Amazon| Barnes & Noble | Book Depository | Books-A-Million  Synopsis:  Sydney Sage is an Alchemist, one of a group of humans who dabble in magic and serve to bridge the worlds of humans and vampires. They protect vampire secrets—and human lives. In The Fiery Heart, Sydney risked everything to follow her gut, walking a dangerous line to keep her feelings hidden from the Alchemists. Now in the aftermath of an event that ripped their world apart, Sydney and Adrian struggle to pick up the pieces and find their way back to each other. But first, they have to survive. For Sydney, trapped and surrounded by adversaries, life becomes a daily struggle to hold on to her identity and the memories of those she loves. Meanwhile, Adrian clings to hope in the face of those who tell him Sydney is a lost cause, but the battle proves daunting as old demons and new temptations begin to seize hold of him. . . . Their worst fears now a chilling reality, Sydney and Adrian face their darkest hour in this heart-pounding fifth installment in the New York Times bestselling Bloodlines series, where all bets are off.

After reading The Fiery Heart, I remembered why I hate cliffhangers so much. I soo need Sliver Shadows.

On a side note, what is up with that cover? It's horrendous. The cover models look nothing like Sydney or Adrian. And it's downright cheesy. Meh. They could have done just a tad bit better.
 

WOW - Waiting On Take Me On by Katie McGarry

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Title: Take Me On Author: Katie McGarry Series: Pushing the Limits #4 Reading Level: Young Adult Publisher: Harlequin Teen | May 27, 2014 Add it: Goodreads Pre-order: Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Book Depository | Books-A-Million  Synopsis:  Acclaimed author Katie McGarry returns with the knockout new story of two high school seniors who are about to learn what winning really means Champion kickboxer Haley swore she'd never set foot in the ring again after one tragic night. But then the guy she can't stop thinking about accepts a mixed martial arts fight in her honor. Suddenly, Haley has to train West Young. All attitude, West is everything Haley promised herself she'd stay away from. Yet he won't last five seconds in the ring without her help. West is keeping a big secret from Haley. About who he really is. But helping her-fighting for her-is a shot at redemption. Especially since it's his fault his family is falling apart. He can't change the past, but maybe he can change Haley's future. Hayley and West have agreed to keep their relationship strictly in the ring. But as an unexpected bond forms between them and attraction mocks their best intentions, they'll face their darkest fears and discover love is worth fighting for.

Another Katie McGarry book?

I haven't even read Crash Into You yet (I know, *gasp*) and I'm already yearning for some more McGarry angst and drama. Take Me On looks really good as with all of the Pushing the Limits books. I haven't read about West yet ('cause I didn't read Crash Into You) but I've heard that a lot of people like him. 

So, yay!

Now leave me alone so I can dive into Isaiah and Rachel's story before this baby comes out.

WOW - Waiting On The Beautiful Ashes by Jeaniene Frost

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Title: The Beautiful Ashes Author: Jeaniene Frost Series: Broken Destiny #1 Reading Level: New Adult Publisher: Harlequin | August 26, 2014 Add it: Goodreads Pre-order: Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Book Depository | Books-A-Million  Synopsis:  In a world of shadows, anything is possible. Except escaping your fate. Ever since she was a child, Ivy has been gripped by visions of strange realms just beyond her own. But when her sister goes missing, Ivy discovers the truth is far worse—her hallucinations are real, and her sister is trapped in a parallel realm. And the one person who believes her is the dangerously attractive guy who's bound by an ancient legacy to betray her. Adrian might have turned his back on those who raised him, but that doesn't mean he can change his fate…no matter how strong a pull he feels toward Ivy. Together they search for the powerful relic that can save her sister, but Adrian knows what Ivy doesn't: that every step brings Ivy closer to the truth about her own destiny, and a war that could doom the world. Sooner or later, it will be Ivy on one side and Adrian on the other. And nothing but ashes in between…

Doesn't it sound so good? That cover is freaking gorgeous. When I found out that Jeaniene Frost, one of my favorite authors, was writing a new series I was ecstatic! I love her Night Huntress series and I was even more excited to hear that The Beautiful Ashes would be New Adult!

WOW - Waiting On The Forever Song by Julie Kagawa

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VENGEANCE WILL BE HERS Allison Sekemoto once struggled with the question: human or monster? With the death of her love, Zeke, she has her answer. MONSTER Allie will embrace her cold vampire side to hunt down and end Sarren, the psychopathic vampire who murdered Zeke. But the trail is bloody and long, and Sarren has left many surprises for Allie and her companions—her creator, Kanin, and her blood brother, Jackal. The trail is leading straight to the one place they must protect at any cost—the last vampire-free zone on Earth, Eden. And Sarren has one final, brutal shock in store for Allie. In a ruined world where no life is sacred and former allies can turn on you in one heartbeat, Allie will face her darkest days. And if she succeeds, triumph is short-lived in the face of surviving forever alone. Release Date: April 15, 2014

Ohmygosh. Ohmygosh. Ohmygosh. Ohmygosh. Ohmygosh.

That ending.

I. Need. This. Book.

Now.

 

WOW - Waiting On City of Heavenly Fire by Cassandra Clare

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ERCHOMAI, SEBASTIAN HAD SAID. I am coming. Darkness returns to the Shadowhunter world. In the long-awaited conclusion to the acclaimed Mortal Instruments series, Clary and her friends fight the greatest evil they have ever faced: Clary's own brother. Sebastian Morgenstern is on the move, systematically turning Shadowhunter against Shadowhunter. Bearing the Dark Cup, he transforms Shadowhunters into creatures out of nightmare, tearing families and lovers as the ranks of his Endarkened army swell. The embattled Shadowhunters withdraw to Idris -- but not even the famed demon towers of Alicante can keep Sebastian at bay. And with the Nephilim trapped in Idris, who will guard the world against demons? When one of the greatest betrayals the Nephilim has ever know is revealed, Clary, Jace, Isabelle, Simon, and Alec must flee -- even of their journey takes them deep into demon realms, where no Shadowhunter has set foot before, and from which no human being has ever returned... Love will be sacrificed and lives lost in the terrible battle for the fate of the world in the thrilling final installment of the classic urban fantasy series The Mortal Instruments!

I am simultaneously annoyed and excited for City of Heavenly Fire. On one hand, I love this series and I really want to read the ending. On the other hand, I'm so annoyed that it's taken two freaking years for it to be released since City of Lost Souls. 

Seriously. Let me read the book already.

Are you excited to read the last Mortal Instruments book? What are you most excited about? Is it Malec? Simon and Izzy? Clary and Jace? Or is it the overall ending of the series?

City of Heavenly Fire releases May 27, 2014.

WOW = Waiting On The Immortal Crown by Richelle Mead

Waiting on The Immortal Crown by Richelle Mead

Release Date: May 29, 2014

Synopsis:

The #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Vampire Academy and Bloodline series returns with the second installment in her acclaimed Age of X series.

Gameboard of the Gods introduced religious investigator Justin March and Mae Koskinen, the beautiful supersoldier assigned to protect him. Together they have been charged with investigating reports of the supernatural and the return of the gods, both inside the Republic of United North America and out. With this highly classified knowledge comes a shocking revelation: Not only are the gods vying for human control, but the elect—special humans marked by the divine—are turning against one another in bloody fashion.

Their mission takes a new twist when they are assigned to a diplomatic delegation headed by Lucian Darling, Justin’s old friend and rival, going into Arcadia, the RUNA’s dangerous neighboring country. Here, in a society where women are commodities and religion is intertwined with government, Justin discovers powerful forces at work, even as he struggles to come to terms with his own reluctantly acquired deity.

Meanwhile, Mae—grudgingly posing as Justin’s concubine—has a secret mission of her own: finding the illegitimate niece her family smuggled away years ago. But with Justin and Mae resisting the resurgence of the gods in Arcadia, a reporter’s connection with someone close to Justin back home threatens to expose their mission—and with it the divine forces the government is determined to keep secret.

I am sooooo excited for this book. I love Richelle Mead's Vampire Academy and Bloodlines series plus the first book in this series was pretty good. And The Immortal Crown looks even better!

WOW = Waiting On Daylighters by Rachel Caine

Waiting on Daylighters by Rachel Caine

Release Date: November 5, 2013

Synopsis:

While Morganville, Texas, is often a troubled town, Claire Danvers and her friends are looking forward to coming home. But the Morganville they return to isn’t the one they know; it’s become a different place—a deadly one…

Something drastic has happened in Morganville while Claire and her friends were away. The town looks cleaner and happier than they’ve ever seen it before, but when their incoming group is arrested and separated—vampires from humans—they realize that the changes definitely aren’t for the better.

It seems that an organization called the Daylight Foundation has offered the population of Morganville something they’ve never had: hope of a vampire-free future. And while it sounds like salvation—even for the vampires themselves—the truth is far more sinister and deadly.

Now, Claire, Shane and Eve need to find a way to break their friends out of Daylighter custody, before the vampires of Morganville meet their untimely end

Expected publication: November 5th 2013 by NAL Hardcove

*sigh* Another book series coming to an end. I'm excited to see what happens but sad to say goodbye to Claire, Shane, Eve, Michael, and of course Myrnin.

WOW = Waiting On Up From the Grave by Jeaniene Frost

Waiting on Up From the Grave by Jeaniene Frost

Release Date: January 28, 2014

Synopsis:

There’s always one more grave to dig.

Lately, life has been unnaturally calm for vampires Cat Crawfield and her husband Bones. They should have known better than to relax their guard, because a shocking revelation sends them back into action to stop an all-out war…

A rogue CIA agent is involved in horrifying secret activities that threaten to raise tensions between humans and the undead to dangerous heights. Now Cat and Bones are in a race against time to save their friends from a fate worse than death…because the more secrets they unravel, the deadlier the consequences. And if they fail, their lives—and those of everyone they hold dear— will be hovering on the edge of the grave.

Man, I CAN'T wait for Up From the Grave. But, then again I'm also sad because it's the last one. :(

WOW = Waiting On The Fiery Heart by Richelle Mead

Waiting On The Fiery Heart by Richelle Mead

Release Date: November 19, 2013

Synopsis:

In The Indigo Spell, Sydney was torn between the Alchemist way of life and what her heart and gut were telling her to do. And in one breathtaking moment that Richelle Mead fans will never forget, she made a decision that shocked even her. . . .

But the struggle isn't over for Sydney. As she navigates the aftermath of her life-changing decision, she still finds herself pulled in too many directions at once. Her sister Zoe has arrived, and while Sydney longs to grow closer to her, there's still so much she must keep secret. Working with Marcus has changed the way she views the Alchemists, and Sydney must tread a careful path as she harnesses her profound magical ability to undermine the way of life she was raised to defend. Consumed by passion and vengeance, Sydney struggles to keep her secret life under wraps as the threat of exposure—and re-education—looms larger than ever.

Pulses will race throughout this thrilling fourth installment in the New York Times bestselling Bloodlines series, where no secret is safe.

All I have to say is The Fiery Heart needs to come out, like, NOW.