Can’t-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted here, at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we’re excited about that we have yet to read. Generally they’re books that have yet to be released. It’s based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking the Spine. If you’re continuing with WOW, feel free to link those up as well!
When I came across this, it sounded familiar so I decided to go searching. It is a retelling of Shakespeare’s King Lear, so, there is no doubt in my mind that I am going to have to get my hands on this one! I am so excited for it, the wait until March will be just awful though.
How about you, what are excited for this week?
The Queens of Innis Lear
by Tessa Gratton
Expected Publication: March 27th 2018
Published by: Tor
Genre: Adult, Fantasy, Retellings
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A kingdom at risk, a crown divided, a family drenched in blood.
The erratic decisions of a prophecy-obsessed king have drained Innis Lear of its wild magic, leaving behind a trail of barren crops and despondent subjects. Enemy nations circle the once-bountiful isle, sensing its growing vulnerability, hungry to control the ideal port for all trade routes.
The king’s three daughters—battle-hungry Gaela, master manipulator Reagan, and restrained, starblessed Elia—know the realm’s only chance of resurrection is to crown a new sovereign, proving a strong hand can resurrect magic and defend itself. But their father will not choose an heir until the longest night of the year, when prophecies align and a poison ritual can be enacted.
Refusing to leave their future in the hands of blind faith, the daughters of Innis Lear prepare for war—but regardless of who wins the crown, the shores of Innis will weep the blood of a house divided.
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Carole @ Carole's Random Life in Books
I am loving that cover. Not so sure about Shakespeare re-tellings though. I do hope you enjoy it and I will be looking forward to your review.
Jenea @ Jenea's Book Obsession
I had a teacher who loved Shakespeare, so it was kinda drilled in our heads. lol…
Melliane
what a beautiful cover there!
Jenea @ Jenea's Book Obsession
I love the cover! It matches the blurb really nicely too.
Alyssa Susanna (The Eater of Books!)
I’ve seen a lot of excitement surrounding this book! It sounds awesome and I love the cover. I hope you enjoy this book when you get the chance to read it!
Have a great week, Jenea. =)
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Jenea @ Jenea's Book Obsession
The cover is gorgeous, and I am keeping my fingers crossed it is just as good as it sounds. 🙂
chucklesthescot
Could be quite interesting but I’ll wait until I see some reviews of it first!
Jenea @ Jenea's Book Obsession
I think it will be. 🙂
Barb (boxermommyreads)
I’ve seen a lot of hype around this one and I hope it lives up to it. Nice choice.
Jenea @ Jenea's Book Obsession
I hope so too. 🙂
Patti Smith
Sounds a little like Game of Thrones? Interesting indeed 🙂
Jenea @ Jenea's Book Obsession
I think it will be an interesting read for sure. 🙂
Heidi
A reviesion of King Lear? Interesting. I actually read King Lear in college so I will be interested to see how it works in this.
Jenea @ Jenea's Book Obsession
We read a lot of Shakespeare during school, so I am hoping that this retelling will be a good one. 🙂
Shane Morgan
Ooh that blurb has me intrigued. Would love to read this one too. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Jenea @ Jenea's Book Obsession
The wait is kinda long, but I think it will be worth it. 🙂
Ronyell (a.k.a Rabbitearsblog)
Oooh! I always love a good fairy tale retelling! Great pick!
Jenea @ Jenea's Book Obsession
I think this one will be.
Suzanne @ The Bookish Libra
This is exciting. King Lear is one of my favorite Shakespearean plays. Definitely adding this to my TBR. Thank for bringing it to my attention. 🙂
verushka
Wow, this sound amazing and the cover is glorious! It’s such a striking strong image!
Lauren
This isn’t my normal type of read but that cover is just screaming “read me, read me!” So we’ll see, maybe I’ll check it out 🙂
Lola
It sure sounds promising! I hope it will be a good read!