Waiting on Wednesday 9/28

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

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: Try Not to Breathe
Author: Jennifer R. Hubbard (Twitter)
Publisher: Viking Juvenile
Publish Date: January 19, 2012
Genre: YA, Contemporary
Pages: 272

Ryan spends most of his time alone at the local waterfall because it’s the only thing that makes him feel alive. He’s sixteen, post-suicidal, and trying to figure out what to do with himself after a stint in a mental hospital.

Then Nicki barges into his world, brimming with life and energy, and asking questions about Ryan’s depression that no one else has ever been brave enough—or cared enough—to ask. Ryan isn’t sure why he trusts Nicki with his darkest secrets, but that trust turns out to be the catalyst that he desperately needs to start living again.
You know me and issue books. We're like peanut butter and jelly...we just go together. Try Not to Breathe sounds like a deeply emotional read, and I love the potential it has to make the reader feel the inner pain of the character. It's almost cathartic to read such stories. Plus, the fact that the MC finds peace by water speaks to me in and of itself. Oh, and the serenity of the cover is stunning. Frankly, this one just sounds like a win all around. What do you think, and what are you waiting on this week?

25 comments:

  1. Oooh, sounds like I'll like this one! I haven't read an issue book in a while. And you're right--the cover is gorgeous!

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  2. This does sound good. I like sad, emotional contemporary fiction.

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  3. this definitely sounds like an issue book!! probably not for me, but great pick!

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  4. The cover is very serene! Very gorgeous... This is in my to-read list as well! Can't wait until it comes out!

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  5. I like the juxtaposition between the two characters' personality in this one and definitely think it will make for a very emotional read. Great pick!

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  6. I have a thing for issue books too and this sounds right up my alley. Can't wait. Love the title and cover as well.

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  7. Ooohhh, look at that gorgeous cover! Lots of intense books coming out in 2012, huh?

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  8. Haven't heard of this one! Nice cover though!

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  9. YAY! I am excited for this book! I fell in love with her first book The Secret Year.

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  10. I've had my eye on this one for a while. Looking forward to reading it! :)

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  11. I do like that cover. :) I don't know if it's one for me, but does sound good. HOpe you enjoy it when you get it. :)

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  12. Ohhhh this sounds like a good one :) I think I've seen it around before, but I never really stopped to check it out. Thanks for sharing!

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  13. Sounds sweet and tender. And who doesn't love that cover. Cool choice.

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  14. Wait. I thought you and me were like peanut butter and jelly. Just how many other things are you peanut butter and jellying? And here I thought I was special ;-)

    This book does sound amazing, awesome pick! It's going on my list for sure:)

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  15. Try Not to Breathe definitely sounds like my cup of tea! I love that the cover really ties into the synopsis, too. Great pick, Melissa! :)

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  16. I am glad you are reading issue books, they are needed

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  17. Hmm..not sure of this one. I honestly didn't like her debut novel, The Secret Year, at all. I'll wait to read your thoughts first before thinking about putting this one on my tbr pile.

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  18. Oh Wow! This one sounds amazing! Can't wait for this one!!

    Heather

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  19. Hadn't heard about this one before but it sounds great. Not all issue books appeal to me but I like that he's recovering and she sounds like someone he needs in his life.

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  20. The cover and synopsis both sound very striking. I'll definitely have to check it out!

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  21. I love Jennifer R. Hubbard. I hadn't heard of this one yet but I am going to be picking this up as soon as it comes out!!

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  22. This sounds like one that might rival Girl, Interrupted, which I loved. I'll be looking for your thoughts.

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  23. This looks good! I like the cover. Adding it to my list.

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  24. I cannot wait for this book! I loved the author's debut novel,

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