Waiting on Wednesday 3/9

Wednesday, March 9, 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: The Name of the Star
Author: Maureen Johnson
Publisher: Hyperion Children's
Published: September 20, 2011
Genre: YA, Contemps/Paranormal
Pages: Unknown

A modern-day thriller about Rory, an American high-school student who enrolls at a London boarding school for her junior year. Soon after her arrival, a series of murders begins to take place across the city—on the exact dates and in the exact style of Jack the Ripper.

Rory’s ties to the killer bring her in contact with a secret paranormal branch of the British police, as they attempt to stop the mysterious killer.
Before I say anything else, if you haven't read anything by Maureen Johnson, you have been living under a rock. Now that that's out of the way...I am in absolute LUST with the cover of The Name of the Star. It's eerie, and pretty, and creepy all at the same time. And, considering the fact that I love me some dark and twisty/creepy tales, I'm loving that this premise involves Jack the Ripper. It sounds edgier than a lot of what I read, and that makes me very, very happy! What do you think, and what are you waiting on this week?
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43 comments:

  1. Alison Can ReadMarch 9, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    Wow...a whole new realm for Maureen Johnson. Although I wish she'd write another Suite Scarlett book, this sounds fabulous. And I love the cover. Thanks for letting me know about a new book!

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  2. A Canadian GirlMarch 9, 2011 at 12:34 AM

    I haven't read anything by Maureen Johnson yet so this one sounds like a good book of hers to start with. Oh, and I love the cover!

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  3. AmberMarch 9, 2011 at 1:53 AM

    I'm waiting on this one this week too! Like you, I love that cover and I think the summary is to die for... pun totally intended.

    My WoW

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  4. RachelMarch 9, 2011 at 4:41 AM

    Hmm, this does sound interesting. It looks in a different vein than what I would usually read, but I'm up for anything!

    Here's my WoW: http://crackaspinebookreviews.blogspot.com/2011/03/waiting-on-wednesday-4-scorpia-rising.html

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  5. MishaMarch 9, 2011 at 4:48 AM

    I am in love with the book already! It seems wonderful. I am excited about the book!

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  6. SallyMarch 9, 2011 at 6:07 AM

    I've only read a couple of other MJ books but this one sounds sooooo good. And yes the cover is awesome.
    Sally.
    http://theelifylop.blogspot.com/2011/03/waiting-on-wednesday-9.html

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  7. Tales of WhimsyMarch 9, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    I do love this cover!

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  8. Just So JessMarch 9, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    This sounds awesome and so so creepy. Ah, I can't wait!

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  9. UnknownMarch 9, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    I'm with Juju! That cover is fab!

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  10. AnonymousMarch 9, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    The cover does look super creepy and the story sounds fascinating! I have this on my TBR list. Great pick! :)

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  11. MissyMarch 9, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    Jack the Ripper was an obsession of mine for a while when I did a report for English.. so this is a must! Thanks, Melissa!!

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  12. SavannahMarch 9, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    I haven't read anything about this author either but it sounds like a great thriller. Great pick!

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  13. AdrianaMarch 9, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    It appears I have been living under a rock. :( I have yet to read any Maureen Johnson and it seems it's about time I do. This book sounds so good!

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  14. Miss Page-TurnerMarch 9, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    Hy no critics about my rock home!:D I have been wanting to read a book by Maureen for so long now. I should really get my hands on one of her novels because they DO sound fantastic, inlcuding The Name of the Star! Thanks for sharing.

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  15. Danna (Bananas For Books)March 9, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    Nice pick! This one looks really good, gotta add to my to read list.
    -Danna

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  16. flanpnhfpnanfnFNMarch 9, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    I haven't heard of this one before now but it sounds like a great read, I'll have to add it to goodreads! :)

    BTW posted a new Debut author Incites, this ones with Kelly Keaton so be sure to stop by! http://blackfingernailedreviews.blogspot.com/

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  17. AveryMarch 9, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    So I have been living under a rock. But I soon hope to rectify that situation by reading this book when it is released... ;)

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  18. NinaMarch 9, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    OMG. I don't know how you found this book, but THANK YOU! Adding it to the list. It's so long right now. oh no!! ;)

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  19. Dazzling MageMarch 9, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    Oh, this sounds SO GOOD! Thanks for posting!

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  20. CHRISTIEMarch 9, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    I’m loving the sound of this one & the cover is super cool!

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  21. Little Miss BeckyMarch 9, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    I almost picked this one for my WoW this week, too! VERY excited about this book, looks amazing!

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  22. ElodieMarch 9, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    I've only read 13 Little Blue Envelopes by this author and I really liked her writing style !! I'll definitely check this one out !! Great pick Melissa ;)

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  23. BlodeueddMarch 9, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    Creepy! But it does sound interesting ;)

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  24. Alyssa KirkMarch 9, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    Dark and twisted sucks me right in. Great creep factor and that cover is spectacular!

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  25. Christy @ TheReaderBeeMarch 9, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    Great pick! I'm looking forward to reading this book!

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  26. Jen BigheartMarch 9, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    Great pick! Maureen is so funny...not sure how funny this one will be, but I'll still read it.

    Jen

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  27. KatieMarch 9, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    I love Maureen Johnson's other books, so even though these Shades of London books are not in a genre I would normally read, I'm thinking of checking them out anyway. Nice choice!

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  28. AnonymousMarch 9, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    Wow what a stunning cover! This sounds awesome and creepy!

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  29. bibliophile brouhahaMarch 9, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    I recently saw this one somewhere for the first time - looks fantastic! Can't wait to read it!

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  30. TheBookGirlMarch 9, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    Just checking in from under the rock :)
    I don't read much YA but this one sounds like something I would enjoy; plus that cover is amazing!

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  31. Annette MillsMarch 9, 2011 at 4:02 PM

    I love Maureen Johnson, this cover is awesome, and the description sounds good too. I think I'll have to keep an eye out for this one. Thanks!

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  32. JustineMarch 9, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    Gasp! It's by Maureen Johnson?! I never would have thought, lol. I haven't read anything of hers yet though and I plan to soon. This sounds so good! I'm adding it on goodreads :)

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  33. Mary @ BookSwarmMarch 9, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    Love Maureen Johnson and I'm excited to see she's branching out a bit! It sounds very intriguing.
    Mary
    The Book Swarm

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  34. BURIED IN BOOKSMarch 9, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    Oh wow, this looks great! Definitely going on the TBR list.


    Heather

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  35. JulieMarch 9, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    I'm lusting for it, too! The cover is spooky and gorgeous at the same time. Love, love the premise! Great WoW pick :)

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  36. A Journey in ReadingMarch 9, 2011 at 11:07 PM

    That sounds really good!! Going to add it right now!

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  37. Midnight BloomMarch 9, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    I can't wait for The Name of the Star as well but to be honest, I'm not a really huge fan of the cover... The plot definitely sounds awesome though!!

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  38. Carrie at In the Hammock BlogMarch 9, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    i almost picked this one too! can't wait!

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  39. NajMarch 10, 2011 at 1:53 AM

    Very eerie indeed! I like it. :D I just added it to my TBR pile! Awesome pick Melissa!

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  40. Jacinda (The Reading Housewives)March 10, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    I hope this one is super good! Great choice this week! :)

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  41. Nikki (Wicked Awesome Books)March 10, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    I have been living under a rock because I haven't read anything by Maureen Johnson, though I have been meaning to. The Name of the Star may very well be my first MJ book because it sounds very good. I've never read a Jack the Ripper story, so consider my interest piqued.

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  42. UnknownMarch 10, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    This book looks rather amazing!

    Mad Scientist
    http://madsteampunkery.blogspot.com

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  43. TaraMarch 13, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    Yikes, I don't know if my thin skin can handle some Jack the Ripper but I'm willing to give it a shot :)

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