Saturday, February 19, 2011

On My Wishlist...

Green by Jay Lake
Published Feb. 15, 2011
From Goodreads:

She was born in poverty, in a dusty village under the equatorial sun. She does not remember her mother, she does not remember her own name—her earliest clear memory is of the day her father sold her to the tall pale man. In the Court of the Pomegranate Tree, where she was taught the ways of a courtesan…and the skills of an assassin…she was named Emerald, the precious jewel of the Undying Duke’s collection of beauties. 
She calls herself Green.
The world she inhabits is one of political power and magic, where Gods meddle in the affairs of mortals. At the center of it is the immortal Duke’s city of Copper Downs, which controls all the trade on the Storm Sea. Green has made many enemies, and some secret friends, and she has become a very dangerous woman indeed.
 
Acclaimed author Jay Lake has created a remarkable character in Green, and evokes a remarkable world in this novel. Green and her struggle to survive and find her own past will live in the reader’s mind for a long time after closing the book.
The Lost by Caridad Piñeiro
TBP: Aug, 1, 2011
From Goodreads:

Adam Salvatore is no ordinary millionaire. The heir to an ancient race possessing a dark, powerful magic, he can shapeshift and create energy. His gifts make him a living weapon and have forced him to live in seclusion. But now an inhuman force hunts down Adam-just when he finds someone who makes him feel more human than he ever imagined possible . . .

Home from combat in Iraq, Bobbie Carerra wants only peace, yet soon joins Adam in a terrifying battle against paranormal enemies who hide in plain sight. She's drawn to his strength of mind and body; he's attracted to her courage and intoxicating energy. Their scorching passion can either transport them to the heights of ecstasy or-if Adam's powers rage out of control-destroy them. But when an invisible brotherhood tightens its nets and someone Adam trusts betrays him, only a heartrending decision can save them.
So, what is on your wishlist this week? Any great covers? I am loving the first, but it makes sense... it's by Dan Dos Santos!

22 comments:

  1. Green sounds fab - definitely one for my own wishlist! ;) I thought you'd used the cover the wrong way at first - and then I realised the genius of the cover art!

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  2. Both re on my list..oh wait *hurries over to GR* The last one was not on my wishlist even though I want it. You saved me there .)

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  3. Green is going to be the first book I am going to read written by Jay Lake! Seriousley that description just made me go WOWee. :)

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  4. These books sounds great. I had not heard about them before but I will add them too my TBR pile. Thank you for sharing.
    I'm a new follower^^

    My wishlist:
    http://mysteriousrose.blogspot.com/2011/02/on-my-wishlist-2.html

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  5. I love Caridad Pineiro - Lost looks yummy, I didn't know that was coming out this year (rawr on the cover guy). Mm, have to have another paranormal for one of my challenges..I guess I just HAVE to add that to my wishlist, you forced me. ;)

    My Wishlist

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  6. The cover of Green is so ridiculous(in the best possible way)- it looks so intriguing!
    Have a great weekend Melissa!
    ;)

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  7. What a very interesting cover for Green. Hope you get to read these soon.

    Here's what is on my wishlist this week.

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  8. Green has a great cover and the synopsis sounds intriguing. Thanks for sharing!

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  9. Green sounds awesome, and the cover is delicous! I have Ash on my wishlist, it's suppose to be like a Cinderella story, it's been sitting there for almost a year. Can't wait to get my hands on a copy now that I have revisited my list!

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  10. These both sound great! Women assassin kick butt! (literally)

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  11. @Mel... LOL The hair is how I knew it was right. ;)
    @Blodeuedd... *bows* Glad to be of service. :D
    @Nina... Me too. :)
    @Mysteriousrose... I followed you back!
    @Barbara... yes, you need some paranormal in your life. Why be normal? ;D
    @Avery...It does rock, doesn't it? :)
    @BV...me too!
    @Julie P... great book you have on review this week!
    @Sharyla... Me too. I need to read Ash.
    @Heaven... Women kick butt... 'nuff said. ;)

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  12. I love that cover for LOST and CP is on my list of authors to try! Hmmmmmmmmmmm

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  13. Daniel Dos Santos has the best covers!

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  14. Green has the virtue of looking awesome right side up and upside down. I'll look at it sideways just to see if it has 360 degree gorgeousness ... yup.

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  15. The cover on The Lost is cool, and sounds right up my ally.

    On Our Wishlist

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  16. Gah! The cover for Green is a bit freaky, no?

    Lost sounds awesome! Great titles to keep an eye out for. :D

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  17. You always have such fabulous books on your wishlist Melissa! I just sit down on Saturdays and write down all the titles I find here:) I really like the cover for Green, it's just so interesting and has me turning my head upside down so I can see it better!

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  18. I haven't heard of either of these books before, so thanks for bringing them to my attention! I'll be keeping an eye out for them!

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  19. Thanks for the heads up! Green looks awesome! Loving the cover! =D

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  20. I'm so glad to see Green on your list here! I want it too. :) It does sound really good. Well, maybe you will get it before me then I can come here and drool over it. ;D Thanks! Hope you get all your wish books.

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  21. Wow. green sounds fantastic. I;m am going to add it to my list of MUST haves!!=)

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