Waiting on Wednesday
Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Jill at Breaking The Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases we're eagerly anticipating. In my case not so patiently waiting for the new releases, which I lack.
I haven't read many Frankenstein retelling stories but the ones I have are books I enjoyed. I like the idea that he may even meet up with the real Dr. Frankenstein can't wait to check it out at the end of the summer.
My choice this week is
The Monstrous Thing
by Mackenzi Lee
Expected Publication September 22nd 2015
(Goodreads)
Synopsis
In 1818 Geneva, men built with clockwork parts live hidden away from society, cared for only by illegal mechanics called Shadow Boys. Two years ago, Shadow Boy Alasdair Finch’s life shattered to bits.
His brother, Oliver—dead.
His sweetheart, Mary—gone.
His chance to break free of Geneva—lost.
Heart-broken and desperate, Alasdair does the unthinkable: He brings Oliver back from the dead.
But putting back together a broken life is more difficult than mending bones and adding clockwork pieces. Oliver returns more monster than man, and Alasdair’s horror further damages the already troubled relationship.
Then comes the publication of Frankenstein and the city intensifies its search for Shadow Boys, aiming to discover the real life doctor and his monster. Alasdair finds refuge with his idol, the brilliant Dr. Geisler, who may offer him a way to escape the dangerous present and his guilt-ridden past, but at a horrible price only Oliver can pay…
What are you waiting on this week?
I haven't read many Frankenstein retelling stories but the ones I have are books I enjoyed. I like the idea that he may even meet up with the real Dr. Frankenstein can't wait to check it out at the end of the summer.
My choice this week is
The Monstrous Thing
by Mackenzi Lee
Expected Publication September 22nd 2015
(Goodreads)
Synopsis
In 1818 Geneva, men built with clockwork parts live hidden away from society, cared for only by illegal mechanics called Shadow Boys. Two years ago, Shadow Boy Alasdair Finch’s life shattered to bits.
His brother, Oliver—dead.
His sweetheart, Mary—gone.
His chance to break free of Geneva—lost.
Heart-broken and desperate, Alasdair does the unthinkable: He brings Oliver back from the dead.
But putting back together a broken life is more difficult than mending bones and adding clockwork pieces. Oliver returns more monster than man, and Alasdair’s horror further damages the already troubled relationship.
Then comes the publication of Frankenstein and the city intensifies its search for Shadow Boys, aiming to discover the real life doctor and his monster. Alasdair finds refuge with his idol, the brilliant Dr. Geisler, who may offer him a way to escape the dangerous present and his guilt-ridden past, but at a horrible price only Oliver can pay…
What are you waiting on this week?
What a neat cover! I hope you enjoy it and I'll see you around my blog
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Great pick. I have been wanting this for a long time. I still can't believe we have to wait until September for it!
ReplyDeleteYES! Steampunk Frankenstein! I need this! Actually, I'm lying...I have it, lol. I've been drooling over it for a while though. Great pick!
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I think I heard about this last week and now I'm very intrigued! Great pick! Thanks for visiting my WOW earlier as well.
ReplyDeleteYESSSS! So excited for this one!! It sounds awesome! I've tried getting an ARC through EW and failed, failed in a contest too. So looks like I'll just wait until release day! Not a problem because I have plenty to read until September! LOL! Great pick!
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Ohh Awesome pick I haven't heard about this one yet until now it looks and sounds fantastic and intense I most definitely need to check this one out when it releases. Thanks for stopping by my blog! :)
ReplyDeleteGreat pick! I absolutely LOVE that cover! It's gorgeous!
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