Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Waiting on Wednesday (29)

Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly event that is hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine and spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating. 

My pick this week:
Origin
Jessica Khoury
Release date: September, 2012
by Razorbill

Pia has grown up in a secret laboratory hidden deep in the Amazon rain forest. She was raised by a team of scientists who have created her to be the start of a new immortal race. But on the night of her seventeenth birthday, Pia discovers a hole in the electric fence that surrounds her sterile home--and sneaks outside the compound for the first time in her life.

Free in the jungle, Pia meets Eio, a boy from a nearby village. Together, they embark on a race against time to discover the truth about Pia's origin--a truth with deadly consequences that will change their lives forever.

I'll be honest, the cover is not my favorite, but this sounds incredibly awesome! This is quoted on the author's site too which heightens my interest even more:

"Origin is a beautifully told, shocking new way to look at an age-old desire: to live forever, no matter the cost. This is a supremely compelling debut novel that blends the awakening romance of Matched with the mystery and jungle conspiracy of Lost."

What are you waiting on?
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64 comments:

  1. This one sounds really good!! I agree the cover is kind of blah though. Great, unique pick as usual Giselle.

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  2. That does sound awesome! Yet another to the list! I love the idea of her being a secret creation and that she escapes. I bet there will be a lot of mystery and surprises around why she was created. And a cute boy always helps :-)
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  3. Wow this book sounds very cool! I'm not sure about the cover. It might be one of those that grows on you, but then again, maybe not.

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  4. I swear, you always have the coolest picks for your WoW's. I'm always looking forward to them. This sounds really good and unique. Thanks for sharing, Giselle :)

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  5. This one sounds so interesting! I'm not a huge fan of the cover but the premise sounds really different and unique. I'm excited for this one. Great pick!

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  6. Whaaaaat this sounds awesome!!! I totally wanna read this!! Great pick lady face :)

    Anna @ Literary Exploration

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  7. Ooo I really like the sounds of this one!! Great pick!!

    http://lovesbooksreviews.blogspot.ca/2012/03/waiting-on-wednesday-37-such-rush-by.html

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  8. Yep, this one I've seen before, but its definitely one I"m waiting for. It sounds AWESOME!

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  9. I agree the cover leaves a little to be desired however it does sound crazy good! Matched meets Lost - I dunno sounds incredible! This is definitely going on my TBR list! :D

    My WOW:
    http://www.wordsathome.ca/2012/03/waiting-on-my-life-in-black-and-white-by-natasha-friend.html

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  10. This one does sound very good!

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  11. Haha yeah the cover leaves something to be desired for sure but the story sounds interesting enough!!

    xo,
    La Toya (La Toya, Literally.)

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  12. I don't think I ever even read the description for this book, because I also am not a fan of the cover and I guess that I am one of those people. But it actually does sound really good. Thanks for featuring it and bringing its potential awesomeness to my attention.

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  13. Ooh, the cover definitely looks unique, thanks for posting about this!

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  14. Great pick, Giselle! This one is new to me and I agree, the cover is not that great but the synopsis is!
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  15. Ohhh... this looks AWESOME! Haven't heard of this before, so thanks for letting me know about it!
    My WoW: http://readerbenji.blogspot.com/2012/03/waiting-on-wednesday_28.html

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  16. I've seen this on GR I think, not to fond of the cover myself but I do like the sounds of it =)
    Shellie @ Creative Reads

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  17. Awesome choice! I've added it to my tbr list :) Thanks for putting it on my radar. +New gfc follower :)
    Here's my WoW post :)

    -Kimberly @ Turning The Pages

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  18. Haha yeah I'm not a huge fan of the cover either BUT the story does sound sooo good! :D

    You can see my WoW for this week at the link below-- Happy Reading!!

    Lea @ LC's Adventures in Libraryland

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  20. Hi,
    This sounds so good!! I have never heard of the author or book before. I will have to check it out! Thanks.
    Here is mine: http://bellesbookbag.blogspot.com/2012/03/waiting-on-wednesday_27.html
    Mariann at Belle's Book Bag
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  21. I've never heard of this one, but it sounds really interesting.
    It reminds me a little of Touch by Jus Accardo! :)
    I'll definitely have to add it to my to-read list!

    Great pick Giselle!

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  22. Good choice this one was on my WOW last week. Click on my name to see my pick.

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  23. hah! new found! added on my tbr list on goodreads. Thanks Giselle<3! x

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  24. I think I've seen this somewhere before, but I'm quite unsure whether I'd pick it up or not. I have to admit that I can imagine reading it a lot more now that I'm seeing it a second time, so maybe I'll just have to wait for a few reviews first. Great pick, Giselle! :)

    Carina
    Fictional Distraction

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  25. This one is already in my radar. It really does sound amazing! Science fiction is definitely one of my favorite genres. I've read Matched and couldn't wait to read Origin because they have the same concept of romance too. Origin have also a quite different theme, sort of Survivor-ish.

    Von
    Mr. Book Wonder
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  26. This sounds fantastic! Adding it to my list!
    Happy Wednesday :)

    The Muggle
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  27. oh, I'm very, very excited for this one! The cover isn't my favorite, either, but it sounds so freaking awesome I'll pick it up. very excited about this one, ha ha!

    My WOW, plus if you are a middle grade lover, be sure to check out my giveaway for a signed copy of NEVERSINK!

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  28. I agree about the cover it's not great at all but this book sounds good It's definitely getting added to my wishlist, great pick, here's my IMM

    http://headstuckinabook.blogspot.com.au/2012/03/waiting-on-wednesday.html

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  29. This looks like a really interesting read. You gotta love a book about a secret government project that backfires on them (hehe!). And I have to agree with you on the cover - it is a bit of a let down.

    Awesome pick this week!

    Wanna check out my WoW?

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  30. I actually really like the cover simply because it's something a little different. :) This book sounds AMAZING and I seriously can't wait to read it! awesome WOW choice, Giselle. :)

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  31. LOVE this cover! The story sounds good too- very adventurey! I love it when people wake up in labs as well- very creepy.

    My WoW: http://pocketfulofbooksblogger.blogspot.co.uk/2012/03/waiting-on-wednesday_28.html

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  32. this is not my favorite type of book but i hope you enjoy it when you read it :)

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  33. Ooooo Look at that cover. Pretty intriguing. Great pick!

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  34. Oh this really sounds interesting. I haven't heard of it before, thanks for sharing. Definitely one for the TBR.

    Here's my WOW

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  35. This sounds amazing, definitely one for the tbr pile! The quote makes me want to read it even more too!

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  36. Wow, this one does look exciting...thanks for sharing.

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  38. Love your pick! Wednesday's are great for finding new reads, and this one is definitely being added to my shelf. Thank you for sharing! :)

    Here's mine:

    http://amylunderman.blogspot.com/2012/03/waiting-on-wednesday-16.html

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  39. Hmmm, while the cover is not my favourite, I do love the sound of this. I hadn't really looked at it, but now that I've read the synopsis it does sound amazing.

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  40. Either I've seen a different cover, or never seen the cover for this one before. I think it sounds great though!

    Our WoW is at Book Sake. –Jessica

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  41. Ohhh this one does sound really awesome!! I agree that the cover isn't the greatest, but the synopsis has totally intrigued me. Adding this to my TBR list now.

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  42. I've never heard of this, but it looks really good. Think I am definitely adding to my TBR

    My WoW@BloodSweatandBooks

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  44. This is the first time I've heard of this one! It definitely sounds interesting, and it's been a long time since I've read something with a jungle setting! That ought to be cool! Great pick!

    Courtney @ Fuzzy.Coffee.Books <--My WoW!

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  45. I agree, the cover is not the best, I actually would have preferred if they would have put an actual girl in the picture - but you're right about the premise of the book! Sounds like a page turner! I have yet to read Match, it's sitting in front of me right now, lol, but I loved Lost!
    Sounds like one to add to my list, thanks!

    Here's my WoW:
    http://bumblesandfairytales.blogspot.com/2012/03/waiting-on-wednesday-sweetest-spell-by.html

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  46. WOW. I HAVE TO HAVE THIS. *erects her tent in Waterstones*

    (New Follower)
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  47. L-O-freakin-L! I chose Origin, too! I found out about it maybe a week or two ago and was instantly intrigued. The cover is not too bad, but I do think it's missing something. Oh well. I'm sure what is within will make up for what it lacks without... Wait... Is that a grammatically correct sentence? >.<

    You know you love me! :-)

    My WoW: http://blookgirl.com/features/waiting-on-wednesday/128-origin-by-jessica-khoury

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  48. Wow Giselle, this cover is so original!! I haven't heard of this one yet, but it looks so cool :) Awesome pick for this week :)

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  49. Sounds like a very exciting read, enjoy!

    http://tributebooksmama.blogspot.com/2012/03/waiting-on-wednesday_28.html

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  50. Reminds me a little of Lost. I mean the forest and secrecy. But, I agree this one sounds amazing and I add to to my list :))

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  51. Oh, wow! I hadn't heard of this book! Sounds awesome! Thanks for the great recommendation. :)

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  52. the cover is oke

    but sounds aweome

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  54. This one looks so great! I can't wait for it.

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  55. This one sounds like a really neat concept. I agree, there is something about the cover that is just a bit off for me, but I guess you can't love them all, can you?

    I'm interested to see why the scientists felt a need to create an immortal race - are thye going to be used as weapons?!

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  56. I've never heard of this one before, but I'll definitely be adding it to my TBR! I agree with you about the cover - it's definitely unique but not totally eye-catching.

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  57. YES! :D I really do love the sound of this one, and there are very few books from Razorbill that I haven't loved. As for the cover . . . I'm mixed on it. On the one hand, it seems very fitting, and I like that's it's not something you see often, but it's not the most visually appealing.

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  58. Oh my gosh, I don't know where you find these books but this one sounds so fantastic, Giselle!! I couldn't imagine being raised in a secret laboratory hidden in the forest -- so I guess that I have to make a point to read this book and find out, right? ;) Plus, the romance in Matched was one of the sweetest so of course that makes me extra intrigued!

    Awesome pick for your WOW this week, Giselle! :) <3 I hope you have an awesome Wednesday!

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  59. ill be honest also, not totally drawn to the cover but after reading the synopsis i cant wait!!!! you always do have some of the best picks!!!! this so went on my list!!

    Tara's WoW

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  60. Great wow book. I have never heard of this one before but it sounds like a fun read. :)

    *leaving hugs*
    - Beckie @ Bittersweet Enchantment

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  61. Oooh, this one is SO added to my GR TBR pile! It sounds awesome. Thanks for the new rec!

    My WOW this week!

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  62. Nice pick! A lot of these dystopians are starting to sound alike to me. I'll be looking forward to reading the early reviews. Thanks for sharing, Giselle!

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  63. I totally agree. The cover is not the most intriguing, but the premise is awesome. Great choice!

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  64. It does sound really good! The cover isn't a favorite, but it definitely could have been worse. You're awesome at picking great-looking books I want to GR-stalk. ;)

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