Waiting on Wednesday 10/27

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly event hosted by Jill from Breaking the Spine, and specifically spotlights upcoming novels we can't wait to read. As always, there are some amazing upcoming books, but this week I'm particularly excited for...

Title: The Betrayal of Maggie Blair
Author: Elizabeth Laird
Release Date: April 18, 2011


In seventeenth-century Scotland, saying the wrong thing can lead to banishment - or worse. Accused of being a witch, sixteen-year-old Maggie Blair is sentenced to be hanged. She escapes, but instead of finding shelter with her principled, patriotic uncle, she brings disaster to his door. Betrayed by one of her own accusers, Maggie must try to save her uncle and his family from the King's men, even if she has to risk her own life in the process.
Taken from Goodreads.

You know what I think it is about The Betrayal of Maggie Blair that makes me so excited? It kind of loosely reminds me of The Witch of Blackbird Pond, which I absolutely adored when I was younger. I love stories that blend rich history, especially those like the tales of witch trials. Plus, the setting and time period add to the set-up, making it sound rich and intriguing. I don't think the cover is the most extraordinary thing I've ever seen, but there's something about it that I love...dark, shades of blue, with just a lone figure. What do you think, and what are you waiting on this week?

24 comments:

  1. Ooh, I love the sound of this one! Witch trials, historical, betrayal...I'm definitely curious ;)

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  2. Just added it to my to-read list! Thanks for posting about this book :)

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  3. That is a stunning cover & sounds like my kind of book. I’m currently obsessed with any book that takes place in Scotland, England, or Ireland. Historical makes it that much better :)

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  4. This one does look good! Great pick!

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  5. I have this one on NetGalley and I can't wait to read it... it sounds super interesting!

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  6. This one sounds interesting, great pick!

    http://readingbetweenthewinesbookclub.blogspot.com/

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  7. This one sounds really interesting. It's now on my to read list.:D

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  8. Nice pick! I love the stunning cover!I even add it on my tbr list =)

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  9. This one sounds good, really good, though with trails makes me so sad, evil unjust people going after poor women

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  10. This sounds like it'll be a classic, beautiful story. I hope so, anyway. The cover is so perfect for the book's description. The blues are beyond gorgeous! Adding to my to-read...

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  11. ohhhhh I love the sound of this one. I've always been interested in witch stories, especially the salem-esque ones where young girls are accused of witchcraft, not sure why:) Great choice Melissa, I'm now waiting on this as well.

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  12. Wow, stunning cover. I have never heard of this book.I hope when you get your book, that you will enjoy it as much as you hope to. Wanna see what I am Waiting On Wednesday for?

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  13. OMG this sound amazing. It is also a new title which really thrills me too. Thanks for putting this on my radar. Love the cover1

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  14. Im reading this right now on Netgalley...very very good so far...:)

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  15. I think this one is the sequel to The Witching Hour - I haven't read the first one but I do like the look of that cover!

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  16. Ooo I just got this one from NetGalley. I love the cover.

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  17. The solitude and setting are simply striking.

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  18. Great choice - that cover is certainly very beautiful, but the story itself sounds like it's going to be one fascinating tale. Will definitely be on the lookout for this one!

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  19. this looks fantastic! i love historical ya. i just added it to my list!

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  20. I agree. Like you, I'm also fascinated by witch trials and I think that the historical aspect of this novel is going to add a lot to it. Awesome WoW!

    My WoW

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  21. I haven't heard of this. Sounds good. Is it YA?

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