WAITING ON WEDNESDAY | UNTIL FRIDAY NIGHT (The Field Party #1) by Abbi Glines

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Title: UNTIL FRIDAY NIGHT (The Field Party #1)

Author: Abbi Glines (Website | Twitter)

Publication Date: August 25, 2015

Publisher: Simon Pulse

SYNOPSIS

To everyone who knows him, West Ashby has always been that guy: the cocky, popular, way-too-handsome-for-his-own-good football god who led Lawton High to the state championships. But while West may be Big Man on Campus on the outside, on the inside he’s battling the grief that comes with watching his father slowly die of cancer.

Two years ago, Maggie Carleton’s life fell apart when her father murdered her mother. And after she told the police what happened, she stopped speaking and hasn’t spoken since. Even the move to Lawton, Alabama, couldn’t draw Maggie back out. So she stayed quiet, keeping her sorrow and her fractured heart hidden away.

As West’s pain becomes too much to handle, he knows he needs to talk to someone about his father—so in the dark shadows of a post-game party, he opens up to the one girl who he knows won’t tell anyone else.

West expected that talking about his dad would bring some relief, or at least a flood of emotions he couldn’t control. But he never expected the quiet new girl to reply, to reveal a pain even deeper than his own—or for them to form a connection so strong that he couldn’t ever let her go… 

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I'm really excited for this upcoming release coming from Abbi Glines! Not only we'll be getting a new book from her but UNTIL FRIDAY NIGHT is actually the FIRST BOOK for her newest series called THE FIELD PARTY series! Here's a simple graphic that I made for UNTIL FRIDAY NIGHT with a quote that I got from Abbi's Instagram account. 

WAITING ON WEDNESDAY | A MILLION MILES AWAY by Lara Avery

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Title: A MILLION MILES AWAY 

Author: Lara Avery (Website | Twitter) 

Publication Date: July 7, 2015

Publisher: Little, Brown 

SYNOPSIS

Twin sisters Kelsey and Michelle Maxfield look identical -- but they couldn't be more different. Kelsey is the captain of the dance team and loves her cute college boyfriend, Davis. Michelle is a free-spirited artist and flits from one guy to the next, the latest a soldier recently deployed to Afghanistan. Despite their differences, Kelsey and Michelle can't live without each other -- until, in an instant, everything changes.

When Michelle dies in a car crash, Kelsey is left without her other half. As the only one who knows about her sister's boyfriend, Peter, Kelsey takes it upon herself to find him and tell him what happened to Michelle. But when she finally connects with Peter online, he thinks that Kelsey is Michelle and says that seeing her is the one thing keeping him alive. Caught up in the moment, Kelsey can't bear to break his heart with the truth, so she lets Peter believe that she is Michelle.

Kelsey keeps up the act, pretending to be her sister, and soon she can't deny that she's falling, hard, for the one boy she shouldn't want.

Lara Avery delivers a breathtaking story of love and loss that is guaranteed to sweep you off your feet.

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I'm on a blogging funk for the past couple of weeks now and I wasn't even planning on making this post. But I simply cannot not blog and share about this very intriguing book that I JUST NOW stumbled across. Did the synopsis spike your interest and curiosity? Because right now, this book is all I can think about and my head's just exploding with questions and theories on how this will go down. How will Kelsey tell Peter that she isn't her sister, Michelle? How exactly will Peter find out about it? How will Peter react? Questions. Questions. Questions, please stop. 

Anyways, I love the sound this book and I'm very curious as to how everything will play out in the story. I just hope it will live up to my expectations. What do you guys think? Are you adding A Million Miles Away in your to-read list? :)

WAITING ON WEDNESDAY | LEAVING AMARILLO (Neon Dreams #1) by Caisey Quinn

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Title: LEAVING AMARILLO (Neon Dreams #1)

Author: Caisey Quinn (Website | Twitter) 

Publication Date: March 17, 2015

Publisher: William Morrow

SYNOPSIS 

Nashville meets New Adult in Neon Dreams, a dramatic, sexy series from bestselling author Caisey Quinn, about a country band’s rocky road to fame—and the ambition, dreams, and love of the people who make the music.

Dixie Lark hasn’t had it easy. She lost her parents in an accident when she was young and grew up in a ramshackle house on a dirt road in Amarillo with her ailing grandparents and overprotective older brother. Thanks to her grandfather, Dixie learned to play a mean fiddle, inspired by the sounds of the greats—Johnny and June, Waylon, and Hank. Her grandfather’s fiddle changed Dixie’s life forever, giving her an outlet for the turmoil of her broken heart and inspiring a daring dream.

Ten years later, Dixie and her brother, Dallas, are creating the music they love and chasing fame with their hot band, Leaving Amarillo. But Dixie isn’t enjoying the ride. All she can think about is Gavin, the band’s tattooed, tortured drummer who she’s loved since they were kids. She knows he feels the connection between them, but he refuses see her as more than his best friend’s little sister.

Convinced that one night with Gavin will get him out of her system, Dixie devises a plan. She doesn’t know that her brother has forbidden Gavin from making a move on her-a promise he swore he’d always keep . . . a promise that once broken will unexpectedly change the future for Dixie, Gavin and the band. 

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Aha! I just love the complication between Gavin and Dixie, with Dixie being the little sister of his best friend. That alone will spark up problems and the chemistry of these two characters! I'm excited how this story will flow and how this book will differ from other books out there with premises quite like this one. :) 

WAITING ON WEDNESDAY: ALL THE BRIGHT PLACES by Jennifer Niven

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Title: ALL THE BRIGHT PLACES

Author: Jennifer Niven (Website | Twitter) 

Publisher: Knopf

Expected Publication: January 6, 2015

SYNOPSIS 

The Fault in Our Stars meets Eleanor and Park in this compelling, exhilarating, and beautiful story about a girl who learns to live from a boy who intends to die.

Theodore Finch is fascinated by death, and he constantly thinks of ways he might kill himself. But each time, something good, no matter how small, stops him.

Violet Markey lives for the future, counting the days until graduation, when she can escape her Indiana town and her aching grief in the wake of her sister's recent death.

When Finch and Violet meet on the ledge of the bell tower at school, it’s unclear who saves whom. And when they pair up on a project to discover the “natural wonders” of their state, both Finch and Violet make more important discoveries: It’s only with Violet that Finch can be himself—a weird, funny, live-out-loud guy who’s not such a freak after all. And it’s only with Finch that Violet can forget to count away the days and start living them. But as Violet’s world grows, Finch’s begins to shrink.

This is an intense, gripping novel perfect for fans of Jay Asher, Rainbow Rowell, John Green, Gayle Forman, and Jenny Downham from a talented new voice in YA, Jennifer Niven.

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I'm DYIIIIIING to read this book already! I love the ordeal of the story and it seems that I'm going to enjoy being around these two characters - Finch and Violet. They are quite an interesting pair based from the book's synopsis. I've read some reviews of this book over Goodreads and gahhhd it makes me want to dive in to their story ASAP!!! January 6th, please come faster! 

WAITING ON WEDNESDAY | IN THIS LIFE by Christine Brae

"Waiting on Wednesday" is a weekly event hosted by Breaking the Spine that spotlights upcoming releases that I or us, readers are eagerly anticipating. Here's my pick this week ...

I wasn't able to sign up for the cover reveal of this book because PFFT I missed the chance to do so. Then due to me being really busy with real life and the Philippine Blog Tour for THE LIGHT IN THE WOUND by Christine Brae that I've organized (along side The Bookwhore Diares), I somewhat forgot to share the COVER for Christine's upcoming book. Anyways, I'll still be able to share it here in my blog this Wednesday because IN THIS LIFE belongs to my list of Most Anticipated releases in 2015! It's the perfect book to feature for this week's Waiting on Wednesday post! 

Why am I eager to read In This Life? I love the premise of the book and I'm sure Christine Brae will take me into another roller coaster ride with this one. And now that the cover's been finally revealed, I'm lusting over this simple yet uber pretty cover of it! 

Scroll along now, book nerds!

Title: IN THIS LIFE 

Author: Christine Brae (Website|Twitter)

Publication Date: February 1, 2015

SYNOPSIS

"Lovers don’t finally meet somewhere,

They’re in each other all along."

Rumi

They say that life is full of choices. When you’re young and idealistic, you believe that the path you choose is the road that will lead you to your destiny. 

But what if, along the way, fate decides to step in, and no amount of logic or rationality or even prayers can save you from your fortune? When the sacrifices you make, the love that you find, and the bright promise of the future are all snatched away from you, you’re left alone to pick up the pieces of your life.

This is a story about love, found in a faraway place by two very unlikely people. It is also a story about friendship and loyalty and fighting for what you have despite the illogical mystery of fate. It is a story of faith and acceptance, and learning that even the best-laid plans are powerless against the alignment of the universe.

From the beaches of Thailand to the streets of New York, three friends, Anna, Dante, and Jude will learn the hard way that once providence steps in, there is nothing in the world that can change what is truly meant to be.

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WAITING ON WEDNESDAY: JOYRIDE by Anna Banks

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Title: JOYRIDE 

Author: Anna Banks (Website | Twitter) 

Publisher: Feiwel & Friends

Publication Date: June 2, 2015

SYNOPSIS

A popular guy and a shy girl with a secret become unlikely accomplices for midnight pranking, and are soon in over their heads—with the law and with each other—in this sparkling standalone from NYT-bestselling author Anna Banks.

It’s been years since Carly Vega’s parents were deported. She lives with her brother, studies hard, and works at a convenience store to contribute to getting her parents back from Mexico.

Arden Moss used to be the star quarterback at school. He dated popular blondes and had fun with his older sister, Amber. But now Amber’s dead, and Arden blames his father, the town sheriff who wouldn’t acknowledge Amber's mental illness. Arden refuses to fulfill whatever his conservative father expects.

All Carly wants is to stay under the radar and do what her family expects. All Arden wants is to NOT do what his family expects. When their paths cross, they each realize they’ve been living according to others. Carly and Arden’s journey toward their true hearts—and one another—is funny, romantic, and sometimes harsh. 

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Pre-order links: Amazon | Barnes & Noble

I've been lusting over this book cover ever since I first saw it on Twitter a couple of weeks ago. Gahhh just look at that. I don't know if you won't end up drooling over it! Then you carry on reading the synopsis of this book ... MY GOODNESS! I want to read this book NOW! ASAP! But then <///3 Joyride is slated for a June 2015 release. Sad. I know. But I'm really really excited about it and can't wait to read about Carly and Arden's journey!

PS: How do I secure an ARC of this book? Help me! Hahaha :D

WAITING ON WEDNESDAY | RED QUEEN by Victoria Aveyard

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Title: RED QUEEN 

Author: Victoria Aveyard (Website | Twitter)

Publisher: HarperTeen 

Publication Date: February 10, 2015

SYNOPSIS

Mare Barrow’s world is divided by blood—those with red and those with silver. Mare and her family are lowly Reds, destined to serve the Silver elite whose supernatural abilities make them nearly gods. Mare steals what she can to help her family survive, but when her best friend is conscripted into the army, she gambles everything to win his freedom. A twist of fate leads her to the royal palace itself where, in front of the king and all his nobles, she discovers a superhuman ability she didn’t know she had.

Except . . . her blood is Red.

To hide this impossibility, the king forces her into the role of a lost Silver princess and betroths her to one of his own sons. As Mare is drawn further into the Silver world, she risks her new position to aid the Scarlet Guard—the leaders of a budding Red rebellion. Her actions put into motion a deadly and violent dance, pitting prince against prince and Mare against her own heart. 

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I really love the cover of this book. Just thinking about the hardcover version of it makes me want to cry my heart out already. Pretty baby! Then, oh my the premise of this book is very interesting and something that I'll surely won't pass up. So excited for it!!! x

WAITING ON WEDNESDAY | KIRO'S EMILY by Abbi Glines

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Title: KIRO'S EMILY (Rosemary Beach #10)

Author: Abbi Glines (Website | Twitter) 

Publisher: Atria Unbound

Publication Date: December 25, 2014

SYNOPSIS

The year is 1992, and no one on the rock music scene is hotter than Kiro Manning, the lead singer of Slacker Demon. With a multi-platinum record, total ownership of the Billboard charts, sold-out concerts, and sinful amounts of money, Kiro can have anything—and anyone—he wants.

So when a dark-haired, conservative beauty rebuffs him at a concert after-party, his first thought is, “Who the hell does she think she is?” His second thought: “How do I make her mine?” Kiro has always loved a good challenge, but not every girl wants to get involved with a rock god. Especially this girl.

He let her go that night, but he never forgot her. And when they met again, he vowed not to give up again so easily.

As the world worshipped Kiro, he came to worship the girl, who became everything he never knew he needed. The only girl he would ever love. His Emily.

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Abbi Glines comes a heart-wrenching e-novella in the Rosemary Beach series about the star-crossed romance between Kiro and Emily, first introduced in Take a Chance. This is Abbi’s holiday gift to the devoted fans of the series.

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Just knowing that Kiro and Emily will have a novella makes me want to tear up already. My goodness! If you've read Take a Chance and One More Chance, you know what situation these characters are in at the present time ... *sigh* I wanna hug Kiroooooooo and comfort him. Heh! I'm sure that I'll be crying my heart out on Christmas day. Huff. 

WAITING ON WEDNESDAY | YOU WERE MINE by Abbi Glines

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Title: YOU WERE MINE (Rosemary Beach #9)

Author: Abbi Glines (Website | Twitter) 

Publisher: Atria Books 

Publication Date: December 2, 2014

SYNOPSIS

From #1 "New York Times "bestselling author Abbi Glines comes a brand-new Rosemary Beach novel about Tripp Newark and his hidden romantic past with Bethy Lowry. 

In the eyes of the wealthy playboys who frequent Kerrington Country Club in Rosemary Beach, Tripp Newark is a hero. Under pressure from his parents to become a lawyer and lead a conservative, upper-class life, Tripp disappeared from town five years ago to travel the world, forfeiting the opportunity to inherit millions. Yet few know what he was really running from...

Bethy Lowry was unraveling long before her boyfriend drowned in a riptide trying to save her after she'd had one too many drinks--again. A trailer park kid working as a cart girl among the wealthy patrons of Kerrington Country Club, Bethy has always been impressionable. But five years ago, before she earned her reputation as a hard-drinking, easy girl, she had spent a single summer with Tripp Newark that changed her life forever...

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Pre-order links: Amazon | B&N  (Paperback | Nook) | IndieBound | iBooks 

Aha! Way before it was announced that there's going to be a story focusing on the characters of Tripp and Bethy, I can already feel it in my heart and have been really begging for Abbi Glines to write one. Hmmm. Here's what I actually said in one of my reviews for Glines' book [Simple Perfection] last year:

"2. What happened to Jace will open another great storyline! WHAT THE FREAK! I NEED A TRIPP AND BETHY STORY! SJDASNS THERE'S SO MUCH TO EXPLORE WITH THEIR CHARACTERS! THEIR PAST SNDSDS! ABBI, PLEASE!!!" 

WAITING ON WEDNESDAY | AFTER THE RAIN by Renée Carlino

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Title: AFTER THE RAIN

Author: Renée Carlino (Website | Twitter) 

Publisher: Atria Books 

Publication Date: November 11, 2014

SYNOPSIS

From the USA TODAY bestselling author of Sweet Thing and Nowhere But Here comes a deeply emotional contemporary romance about the second chances waiting beyond the shattered dreams of youth.

Under the bright arena lights of a rodeo show, young Avelina Belo falls for a handsome cowboy with a larger-than-life personality. After a whirlwind courtship, she happily moves away from her family in northern California and settles into married life with her cowboy on a seven-thousand-acre cattle ranch in Montana. One freak accident later, Avelina’s hopes for the future come to an end.

Nate Myers graduated from UCLA medical school at the top of his class, ready to follow in the footsteps of his father, a superstar cardiothoracic surgeon. Six years later, Nate’s career is being ruined by a malpractice suit. Questioning himself for the first time, he retreats to a Montana cattle ranch to visit his uncle and gain perspective. There, he meets a beautiful young woman named Avelina who teaches him more than he ever knew about matters of the heart.

Ha! It's a Renée Carlino and Atria Books book, so I'm definitely excited for the release of this one!

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