Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly meme, hosted by Breaking the Spine, that showcases upcoming releases we are eagerly anticipating.
This week I’m waiting on………
The Root: A Novel of the Wrath & Athenaeum
by: Na’ amen Tilahun
Publisher: Night Shade Books
Release Date: June 7th, 2016
Genres: Urban-Fantasy, Adult-Fiction, Paranormal, Supernatural
A dark, gritty urban fantasy debut set in modern-day San Francisco, filled with gods, sinister government agencies, and worlds of dark magic hidden just below the surface.
When a secret government agency trying to enslave you isn’t the biggest problem you’re facing, you’re in trouble.
Erik, a former teen star living in San Francisco, thought his life was complicated; having his ex-boyfriend in jail because of the scandal that destroyed his career seemed overwhelming. Then Erik learned he was Blooded: descended from the Gods.
Struggling with a power he doesn’t understand and can barely control, Erik discovers that a secret government agency is selling off Blooded like lab rats to a rival branch of preternatural beings in ’Zebub—San Francisco’s mirror city in an alternate dimension.
Lil, a timid apprentice in ’Zebub, is searching for answers to her parents’ sudden and mysterious deaths. Surrounded by those who wish her harm and view her as a lesser being, Lil delves into a forgotten history that those in power will go to dangerous lengths to keep buried.
What neither Erik nor Lil realize is that a darkness is coming, something none have faced in living memory. It eats. It hunts. And it knows them. In The Root, the dark and surging urban fantasy debut from Na’amen Tilahun, two worlds must come together if even a remnant of one is to survive.
Why am I waiting?
The last UF I read, that was set in California, was a great read. I’m looking forward to trying something different and I love the diversity of the characters. Plus, that cover just drew me in. Hopefully, this will be an awesome read. If not, I’m sure you’ll get a mini rant from me. Kidding 🙂 What book are you waiting on this week?
I always love a good UF. Hope it’s good.
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I agree, that cover is excellent, and I hadn’t heard of The Root so thanks for putting it on my radar 🙂
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No problem 🙂
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This one is new to me, but I hope you love it!
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Thank you!
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That sounds so good! I’ll read anything that takes place in San Francisco – but this gets major brownie points for also featuring a mirror city in an AU. I added this one to my Goodreads TBR – thanks for sharing it!
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No problem!
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I hadn’t heard of this one before so this was a new introduction to me, but from the sound of things it seems like a pretty interesting Urban Fiction read and like there will be plenty of action along the way to keep you entertained!
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I hope it’s as good!
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I didn’t know about this one but why not
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I happened upon it on Goodreads a few days ago. I really can’t wait to read it.
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Holy crap, yeah, I’m looking forward to this one too! Night Shade Books has a lot of good looking gems coming out this year, I practically want their whole catalog, lol!
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I will have to check them out. I just found this one on GR while browsing a few lists.
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I love coming to this blog cause I know I’ll see a book I haven’t heard of. ^-^ I’ve really grown to have a soft spot for urban fantasy, so this definitely sounds like something that would interest me. I just hope it doesn’t overdo it on the weird factor, like with the alternate dimension. Let us know if there will be a mini rant. =P
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I hope everything balances out. I agree, too much weird is pushing it.
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I haven’t read much Urban Fantasy!! Where have I been?! lol
Adding this to my TBR list for sure
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It’s a great genre. Though, it’s switching up as far as how the characters interact with each other, the monsters they kill (or don’t), and location. This one looks different from all the others I’ve read, so I can’t wait.
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Nice WoW
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Thanks!
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Oh this sounds like it has some great diversity in it! I love that!
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Yes to diversity!
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UF always grabs my attention…good find!
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Thanks!
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This is new to me but sounds awesome! Hope you love it!
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Thanks!
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Ooh new to me but I like that blurb. Seems like a really interesting story. Love how diverse it is too. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Happy Wednesday!
Shane @ Itching for Books
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Thanks for stopping by!
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I haven’t heard of this one before, but I do love a good UF book. I hope you love it when you get to read it. 🙂
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Thanks!
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Yes, that cover does snag the attention, but the blurb sounds even better. I can see why it’s a WoW.
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It really looks like an amazing book. *fingers crossed*
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This does sound good, I really hope you love it when you try it!
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Thanks!
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Great pick- hope that you get a chance to read and enjoy soon!
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Thanks!
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This is the first I’ve heard of this book! It does sound good!! I hope you love it 😀
Here’s my WoW!
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Thanks!
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I can always use more UF recommendations so I will be looking into this one. Thanks for pointing it out.
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No problem 🙂
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this looks really cool! I hope you end up enjoying it, because from the premise, it sounds like a wild ride! 🙂
here’s my WoW!
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Thanks!
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I haven’t heard of this one but I hope you love it!!
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Thanks!
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I love that cover! And wohoo for more UF! I love the genre but haven’t read too many books yet. Thanks for sharing this one! 🙂
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I’m looking forward to the diverse characters the most.
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I like the sound of this one. Debut novelist + Diverse cast + urban fantasy = right up my alley.
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Yeah, me too. I really hope it’s the bomb diggity! LOL
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I totally gravitate towards books set in CA. Plus, it’s UF. So it sounds good to me!
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I think I’m still on a Borderline high. I really love that book.
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