How is it Tuesday again already? I swear, time passes by SO FAST nowadays. (Except when it comes to books, apparently, since it’s taking FOREVER for my anticipated books to be released. *SIGH*)
Anyway, it’s time for another Top Ten Tuesday! This week’s theme from The Broke and the Bookish is:
Top Ten Most Anticipated Releases For The Second Half Of The Year (since we did a topic about the releases we were excited about for the first half of 2016 back in the beginning of the year) Feel free to tweak it how you want to — like most anticipated fantasy for the second half of 2016 or debut authors. Whatever you want!
There are literally so many books being released in the next months that I am dying to read, so I decided to narrow it down to the top ten fantasy books I’m looking forward to–and there are STILL SO MANY I am dying. But whatever. I would die to have these books. Except not because I’d probably miss chocolate and just general good things in life too much for that. But you know what I mean.
Everyone knows lists are fabulous, so I won’t deprive you of them any longer! Let’s do this.
1. This Savage Song by Victoria Schwab (July 5th 2016)
If you’ve been following my blog for a while, you’ll know that I absolutely ADORE Victoria Schwab’s books. And I’ve heard so many amazing things about This Savage Song and I’m seriously dying to read it. GIMME. I have nothing else to say.
2. Nevernight by Jay Kristoff (August 9th 2016)
I haven’t read much (read: any) books by Jay Kristoff but SO MANY people adore his writing, especially with the release of Illuminae. Not to mention Nevernight seems so cool! Assassins, intrigue, and sounds of murder. What could be better? (I’m completely sane, I promise.)
3. A Torch Against the Night by Sabaa Tahir (August 30th 2016)
Sooo like most people I thought An Ember in the Ashes was a standalone? But nope! Can’t say I’m disappointed though. Can’t wait to see what this book’s like! ❤
4. Three Dark Crowns by Kendare Blake (September 26th 2016)
AHHHH if you haven’t checked out this book yet you DEFINITELY should because it sounds amazing! Just read the synopsis. *nods* I must have this. I MUST.
5. Crooked Kingdom by Leigh Bardugo (September 27th 2016)
Oh, did I ever happen to mention that I LOVED Six of Crows and Leigh Bardugo’s books? No? Well, I do. Six of Crows is absolutely LIFE for me (along with all my other favourite books of course) and I NEED CROOKED KINGDOM. NEED IT. Now. I-would-trade-chocolate-for-it need. (Big deal, you guys.)
6. Bright Smoke, Cold Fire by Rosamund Hodge (September 27th 2016)
I don’t think I’ve actually expressed how much I enjoyed Rosamund Hodge’s books! Well, technically I’ve only read Cruel Beauty from her, but I do plan on reading Crimson Bound soon enough. I hope. Either way her newest book seems so good. I will definitely be picking it up! (Just look at that cover, people. How can you resist?)
7. The Hammer of Thor by Rick Riordan (October 4th 2016)
Ah, Rick Riordan. Always popping up with new books. I definitely don’t mind though! I read and really enjoyed The Sword of Summer last year, and I am totally looking forward to continuing with the journey.
8. A Million Worlds With You by Claudia Gray (November 1st 2016)
THIS COVER GIVES ME LIFE. Omg it’s so beautiful and I want this book so so much. That is all. (GO READ THIS series if you haven’t already though!! If only because the cover is literally BEGGING to be picked up. But also because the story is great!)
9. Heartless by Marissa Meyer (November 8th 2016)
If you didn’t know already, I really love the Lunar Chronicles! (It’s seriously the best.) Marissa Meyer is such a gifted writer. So a book describing the Queen of Hearts pre-Wonderland? YES PLEASE.
10. Crystal Storm by Morgan Rhodes (December 13th 2016)
And last but not least, Crystal Storm which is releasing in December! (*sob* Why December??!) The fourth book in the series, Frozen Tides left me totally hanging and begging for more and I’m honestly dying for this book. I suppose I’m lucky there will be so many other good books to keep me occupied before it’s released?? XD The series started off as meh, but really got better. Woo!
OH, and I just HAVE to add this one.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child by J.K. Rowling (July 31st 2016)
Do I even have to explain anything for this one?! Didn’t think so. Good. Because I have no words other than alagla;hndgrgnalsajflkdjf complete gibberish. Ahem. So excited!
Honorable mentions (Pretty much most of the other books I’m looking forward to that I wasn’t able add to the top ten): Empire of Storms by Sarah J. Maas (September 6th 2016), Strange the Dreamer by Laini Taylor (September 27th 2016), Frost Like Night by Sara Raasch (September 20th 2016), The Midnight Star by Marie Lu (October 11th 2016), Of Fire and Stars by Audrey Coulthurst (November 22nd 2016), A Shadow Bright and Burning by Jessica Cluess (September 20th 2016)
SO MANY BOOKS. So many books are being released in the second half of 2016 (a lot in September, I’ve noticed!) and I’m so giddy for them all to be released! Apart from these fantasy books, there are so many other books being released as well–don’t me started on all the contemporary books I also want to read! That’s a list for a different day. (I have too many books on my TBR SOMEONE STOP ME.)
So now tell me! Which of these books are you looking forward to the most? What other books are you looking forward to that aren’t on this list? Feel free to leave your TTT link below as well, I’d love to stop by (and add more books to my never-ending TBR pile)!
Happy Tuesday!
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A Million Worlds Without you and Heartless ❤ I am WAY too excited for both of these books to be released, they both sound SO good, and they're gorgeous, I need to pet them haha 😛
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XD I know right?!! SO EXCITED. And the covers!! So much love. ❤ ❤ I totally get you LOL.
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I have a bunch of these books on my list as well!! I cannot wait for Heartless, The Hammer of Thor, The Cursed Child, and A Torch Against the Night!
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Eeeee SO MANY BOOKS. They all seem so good! ❤
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I wish other authors (ahem…Martin) wrote as fast as Rick Riordan hehe. I’ve put a twist to my post this week. Check it out here http://www.curious-daisy.com/top-ten-tuesday/ten-book-releases-im-looking-forward-to/ Happy reading!!
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Haha that would be nice! 😀 I’ll definitely check out your post. ❤
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A few of these books are on my list. Crooked Kingdom and Nevernight ❤ It’s a great year for fantasy!
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Ahhh so excited for both of those! ❤ Haha yes it really is. 🙂
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Bright Smoke Cold Fire has an amazing cover. Makes me want to read just so I can stare at the front of the book for a good thirty minutes. What a great selection of books you have!
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It really does!! Aha yesss same here, I totally get you. ❤ Thanks, I seriously can't wait for all of these!
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Almost all of them are on my TBR. I’m excited for them all 😂😂
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Same! I seriously can’t wait for them. THEY ALL SEEM SO GOOD. ❤
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It seems like we’re all waiting on Crooked Kingdom. 🙂
My TTT: http://www.anovelglimpse.com/2016/06/14/top-ten-tuesday/
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Ahah yes! ❤ Ahhhh I really can't wait.
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I am also waiting for Crooked Kingdom Crystal Storm!
My TTT.
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Can’t wait for them to be released!! ❤
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Thanks for the list, the only one I had down was the Riordan. I agree that the Hodge cover is pretty amazing.
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No problem! There are so many books that seem AMAZING and I can’t wait!! ❤ Oh yes, the Hodge cover is so gorgeous!
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Nevernight is a good one, I’ve heard good things from early reviewers about it. I still haven’t picked up Illuminae, but I hear he’s a fantastic writer.
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Yes, same! It’s really gotten me curious about it. ❤ I haven't picked up Illuminae either! (I'm so relieved I'm not the only one who hasn't read it yet, actually LOL) I've heard so many great things.
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I had never read any of Jay Kristoff’s book before Nevernight (keep meaning to pick up Illuminae but I get distracted by all the lovely new books) . I was lucky enough to get a ARC for Nevernight and you are so right to be anticipating it, because it is an amazing book!
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Yayy I’m glad I’m not the only one who hasn’t read Illuminae! I keep meaning to read it as well, but I never actually got around to finishing it. Oh, you lucky person! 😀 I’m so glad to hear it, doubly excited for Nevernight now haha. ❤
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I haven’t even bought Illuminae yet *woops*!
I just noticed that it might still possible to get on the Nevernight Tour (http://www.rockstarbooktours.com/2016/06/tour-announcement-nevernight-by-jay.html) so there is could be the possibility of you getting a review copy that way! But anyway, I hope you enjoy it when you get to read it.
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Sooo many of these are on my to-read list as well, I think Heartless has got to be my most anticipated release for this year, I love Marissa Meyer so anything she writes is something I feel like I’m going to automatically love, and the same with Crooked Kingdom actually. I really need to know how it ends to Kaz and everyone! My copy of This Savage Song arrived last week, I am so excited to start it but I need to finish the series I’m on at the moment, it’s V.E. Schwab so I know it’s going to be brilliant though! 😀
Great picks for this week!
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Omg I know right?!! Ahhh Heartless. ❤ ❤ Marissa Meyer is definitely an AMAZING author and I most definitely can't wait for this book as well. I really hope she won't disappoint? But I kind of know that it won't, lol. Knowing me I'll probably love it. Yes!! Crooked Kingdom.. I MUST HAVE IT. ❤ Ahhh lucky you! I really can't wait to see what you think of it. Omg. V.E. Schwab is such an awesome author, so you'll probably like it lol. 😉
Thank you! ❤
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Marissa Meyer is pretty much my favourite author at the moment, so yeah super super excited for Heartless to be released. I’m sure it won’t disappoint, but that fact that it’s Marissa Meyer and Alice in Wonderland means, in my mind, it’s gonna be amazing no matter what! ❤️
I didn’t even realise it wasn’t out everywhere yet, normally we get things released in the UK way behind everyone else! But I can’t wait to start it, I’m hoping to post a review early next week once I’m finished but I feel like it’s gonna be a five star read! 😀
That’s all right ❤️
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YES TO ALL OF THESE. Heartless, Crooked Kingdom and Three Dark Crowns are three of my most anticipated books too. Hopefully they end up being as amazing as they sound! 🙂 Thanks for sharing and, as always, fabulous choices! ❤
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YES ZOE!! You know what’s up when it comes to these books, am I right?! XD Eeee I really can’t wait for them. I really hope they don’t disappoint! Thank you! ❤
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I want so many of these! Including your honourable mentions. Especially Laini Taylor.
Lynn 😀
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Aha we can’t forget the honourable mentions! SO MANY GOOD BOOKS are being released. ❤ Can't wait! Omg yes Laini Taylor is so great!
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I’m so excited for The Cursed Child!! Looks like you have a lot look forward to 😉
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I know right?! ❤ ❤ Haha yes, there will definitely not be a shortage of books being released in the next months!
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The Hammer of Thor, Cursed Child and Heartless were all on my list this week too!
My TTT: https://jjbookblog.wordpress.com/2016/06/14/top-ten-tuesday-61/
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So excited for those! ❤ Great minds think alike, haha.
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They really do 🙂
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Awesome list! Just now added Three dark crowns in my tbr list! I can’t wait to devour these books! 😀
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Yay thank you! 🙂 Three Dark Crowns seems amazing 😍 Same here!
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Awesome list! I’m also excited for Harry Potter and the sequel to Six of Crows!
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❤️❤️ Such good books!
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