It’s time to play “guess that book” and also watch our TBRs weep.
Book Beginnings is hosted by Rose City Reader and is all about the first line of a current/upcoming read. Friday 56 is a meme hosted by Freda’s Voice, where you turn to page 56 (or 56%) in what you’re reading a find a snippet that jumps out at you.
First Lines
56% Snippet
My brows lift a fraction at the admission that only war would sever his engagement. A slip due to arrogance, or a deliberate remark?
“Is that so?” I ask. “And, in your opinion, how likely is out-right war?”
“Are you worried?”
“Should I be?”
Book Reveal
Sirscha Ashwyn comes from nothing, but she’s intent on becoming something. After years of training to become the queen’s next royal spy, her plans are derailed when shamans attack and kill her best friend Saengo.
And then Sirscha, somehow, restores Saengo to life.
Unveiled as the first soulguide in living memory, Sirscha is summoned to the domain of the Spider King. For centuries, he has used his influence over the Dead Wood—an ancient forest possessed by souls—to enforce peace between the kingdoms. Now, with the trees growing wild and untamed, only a soulguide can restrain them. As war looms, Sirscha must master her newly awakened abilities before the trees shatter the brittle peace, or worse, claim Saengo, the friend she would die for.
Reasons to Read
✿ Gorgeous Asian-inspired setting.
✿ Vivid descriptions that transport you to this world.
✿ Hella fierce cover, okay? Okay. It had to be said.
✿ Some creepy dark fantasy vibes.
✿ A brutal, unforgiving world that seems like a ton of fun.
✿ Badass protagonist who can handle herself … mostly … sometimes …
✿ Okay, look, life is difficult, and she’s doing her best.
I have been hearing a lot about this book lately, and it seems like an interesting story.
Breana M. recently posted…The Friday 56 (180) & Book Beginnings: The Case Study of Vanitas Volume 3 by Jun Mochizuki
It’s been really good so far!
I haven’t heard of this book, but it sounds like one I would enjoy! Thank you for recommending it 🙂
Konna @ The Reading Armchair recently posted…Book Beginnings / Friday 56 – Love, Rosie, by Cecelia Ahern
I hope you get a chance to read it! It’s been a good read so far.
Black rain?! Cool! Happy weekend!
Freda Mans-Labianca recently posted…The #Friday56 #Instagram56
This sounds awesome! I can’t wait to read it. 🙂
Lauren @ Always Me
I hope you enjoy it!
This looks really good, thanks for sharing!
It’s really good so far!
I haven’t heard of this one before, but it sounds really neat!
Nicole @ BookWyrmKnits recently posted…Update ~ Spring 2020 TBR
It was a wonderful book! I really enjoyed it.