Books from the Backlog #2: The Boy Who Steals Houses by C.G. Drews

Hey everyone!  Books from the Backlog is a book meme that is hosted by Carole's Random Life in Books and it's a way to feature books that has been sitting on your bookshelf for years and hasn't been read yet.

This week's neglected book:

The Boy Who Steals Houses

By: C.G. Drews

Publication Date: April 4th, 2019

Publisher: Orchard Books

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Can two broken boys find their perfect home?

Sam is only fifteen but he and his autistic older brother, Avery, have been abandoned by every relative he's ever known. Now Sam's trying to build a new life for them. He survives by breaking into empty houses when their owners are away, until one day he's caught out when a family returns home. To his amazement this large, chaotic family takes him under their wing - each teenager assuming Sam is a friend of another sibling. Sam finds himself inextricably caught up in their life, and falling for the beautiful Moxie.

But Sam has a secret, and his past is about to catch up with him.

Why did I add The Boy Who Steals Houses to my bookshelf?

I actually own C.G. Drews' (PaperFury's) book "A Thousand Perfect Notes" and even though I haven't read that book yet,  I am excited to try out her newest book "The Boy Who Steals Houses" pretty soon!


Have you read A Darker Shade of Magic?  And would you recommend this book?  Please comment down below!

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Waiting on Wednesday #180: Today Tonight Tomorrow by Rachel Lynn Solomon and Seven Crowns by E.V. Everest

Hello everyone! "Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, that is hosted by Breaking the Spine and the purpose of this event is that we spotlight upcoming releases of books that we are excited for!  This will also tie into Wishful Ending's Can't Wait Wednesday post!

This week's pre-publication "can't-wait-to-read" selections are:

    

Today Tonight Tomorrow 

By: Rachel Lynn Solomon

Expected Publication Date: July 28th, 2020

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The Hating Game meets Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist by way of Morgan Matson in this unforgettable romantic comedy about two rival overachievers whose relationship completely transforms over the course of twenty-four hours. 

Today, she hates him.

It's the last day of senior year.  Rowan Roth and Neil McNair have been bitter rivals for all of high school, clashing on test scores, student council elections, and even gym class pull-up contests.  While Rowan, who secretly wants to write romance novels, is anxious about the future, she'd love to beat her infuriating nemesis one last time.

Tonight, she puts up with him.

When Neil is named valedictorian, Rowan has only one chance at victory: Howl, a senior class game that takes them all over Seattle, a farewell tour of the city she loves.  But after learning a group of seniors is out to get them, she and Neil reluctantly decide to team up until they're the last players left - and then they'll destroy each other.

As Rowan spends more time with Neil, she realizes he's much more than the awkward linguistics nerd she's sparred with for the past four years.  And, perhaps, this boy she claims to despise might actually be the boy of her dreams.

Tomorrow...maybe she's already fallen for him.

Well, it's been a while since I last read a romance novel and this sounds like a cute read!  The classic "enemies to lovers" story gets me every time!

Seven Crowns

By: E.V. Everest

Expected Publication Date: July 31st, 2020

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An unclaimed crown. Six deadly rivals. A world she never knew existed.

Sixteen-year old Ana is a waitress, foster kid, and liar.  She might also be the sole heir to a crown on another planet.  A crown she never asked for or even wanted.

One year after her mom's death, Ana discovers her mom's biggest secret -- she was a political refugee from a planet called Bellaton.  Ana's family was one of seven that ruled before they were picked off one by one.

Now, with assassins after her, Ana could be next.  With the help of a dazzling array of friends and enemies, Ana must discover her magical "gift" … or risk being named an imposter.

In this world of breathtaking beauty, charm, and magic, will Ana be able to tell friend from foe, reveal her would-be assassin and take the crown?

Travel to a glittering, dangerous world with political alliances and ballgowns, perfect for fans of Red Queen and The Selection.

YES!  An outer space story about a lost princess who is on the run!  I would love to see how this book ends!

So, what upcoming books are you looking forward to?  Please respond below!

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Waiting on Wednesday #179: Dust by Kara Swanson and Shielded by KayLynn Flanders

Hello everyone! "Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, that is hosted by Breaking the Spine and the purpose of this event is that we spotlight upcoming releases of books that we are excited for!  This will also tie into Wishful Ending's Can't Wait Wednesday post!

This week's pre-publication "can't-wait-to-read" selections are:

    

Dust

By: Kara Swanson

Expected Publication Date: July 21st, 2020

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The truth about Neverland is far more dangerous than a fairy tale. 

Claire Kenton believes the world is too dark for magic to be real--since her twin brother was stolen away as a child.  Now Claire's desperate search points to London...and a boy who shouldn't exist.

Peter Pan is having a beastly time getting back to Neverland.  Grounded in London and hunted by his own Lost Boys, Peter searches for the last hope of restoring his crumbling island: a lass with magic in her veins.

The girl who fears her own destiny is on a collision course with the boy who never wanted to grow up.  The truth behind this fairy tale is about to unravel everything Claire thought she knew about Peter Pan--and herself.

YES!  Another "Peter Pan" retelling!  It seems like this will be a darker version of our favorite Neverland boy!  Can't wait to read this book soon!

Shielded

By: KayLynn Flanders

Expected Publication Date: July 21st, 2020

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For fans of Sorcery of Thorns and Furyborn comes a thrilling new fantasy about a kingdom ravaged by war, and the princess who might be the key to saving not only those closest to her, but the kingdom itself, if she reveals the very secret that could destroy her. 

The kingdom of Halendi is in trouble.  It's losing the war at its borders, and rumors of a new, deadlier threat on the horizon have surfaced.  Princess Jennesara knows her skills on the battlefield would make her an asset and wants to help, but her father has other plans.

As the second-born heir to the throne, Jenna lacks the firstborn's--her brother's--magical abilities, so the king promises her hand in marriage to the prince of neighboring Turia in exchange for resources Halendi needs.  Jenna must leave behind everything she has ever known if she is to give her people a chance at peace.

Only, on the journey to reach her betrothed and new home, the royal caravan is ambushed, and Jenna realizes the rumors were wrong--the new threat is worse than anyone imagined. Now Jenna must decide if revealing a dangerous secret is worth the cost before it's too late--for her and for her entire kingdom.

Hmmm...an arranged marriage type of story that has magic at the center of its plot?  Sounds pretty interesting!  I would love to see where this story goes!

So, what upcoming books are you looking forward to?  Please respond below!

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