Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Wishlist Wednesday #1

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First. Ever. Meme. 

It might not seem as if it's a big deal, but it is. I don't really understand directions all that well (blame my mother), so I was really afraid I'd screw it up and get sued or something. But I did it and I was fine! I've been wanting to do this meme ever since I saw it. Not only does it have a very pretty button, but it also sounds fun. I get to gush about books I want to read? Great! So thank you, Dani from Pen To Paper for hosting this fantastical meme. 

Now on to this book.


You or your Alt? Only one will survive. 




The city of Kersh is a safe haven, but the price of safety is high. Everyone has a genetic Alternate—a twin raised by another family—and citizens must prove their worth by eliminating their Alts before their twentieth birthday. Survival means advanced schooling, a good job, marriage—life.

Fifteen-year-old West Grayer has trained as a fighter, preparing for the day when her assignment arrives and she will have one month to hunt down and kill her Alt. But then a tragic misstep shakes West’s confidence. Stricken with grief and guilt, she’s no longer certain that she’s the best version of herself, the version worthy of a future. If she is to have any chance of winning, she must stop running not only from her Alt, but also from love . . . though both have the power to destroy her.

Elsie Chapman's suspenseful YA debut weaves unexpected romance into a novel full of fast-paced action and thought-provoking philosophy. When the story ends, discussions will begin about this future society where every adult is a murderer and every child knows there is another out there who just might be better.

TWINS! 

I love twins. Always have. My childhood was all about obsessing over the Mowry and Olsen twins. I would pester my mom to see if I really had a twin who either: died or was placed for adoption. I don't have a twin, but I always wanted one. I loved the idea of someone else looking like me. Twins share a remarkable bond and I wanted (still do) that. So, okay. These are "Alts" but I don't exactly care right now. 

This book is obviously dystopian. Well, well, I also love dystopian novels. And it has some romance!

The name made me pause a second or two though. West Grayer? There's some odd names in YA nowadays, mostly in a dystopia. But West Grayer sounds more on the masculine side for me. I think of Wes and Wesley. The last name doesn't help all that much either. But I'll overlook it. She sounds like a kick-butt fifteen year old. I'm wondering why everything is really starting out so early if they have until twenty years old, but I guess we'll figure that out when we read it. 

But do you see the cover? Oh, West even looks tough there! You don't see some model on the front making a "tough" face. You see a girl walking away in what looks to be an alley with weapons in her hand! A knife in one hand and a gun in the other. It might sound odd, but she even looks pretty in the back. Her hair is swishing and her clothes look very nice. Sorry, I'm just already in love. 

It also sparks some interesting points. Every adult that is living in Kersh is a murderer. You cannot be living without killing your Alt. And every child is probably living in fear, wondering if they're the ones going to die. Like the end says, every child also probably thinks there's someone out there better than his or herself. Then think about the society! It's twisting around where a potential sibling is being raised by another family. You're then turned on one another in a cat-and-mouse game to live. Then it starts all over again with your own kids when you have them. They will have an Alt and your child will either die or their Alt will. Perfect, huh? 

Elsie Chapman is already intriguing me. I really cannot wait until this comes out. I just really hope it'll be good. 

What book can you NOT wait for? 

26 comments:

  1. I've seen this book a few times, I really want it myself. So many good dystopians on my TBR pile...

    My WW
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    1. There are lots! My TBR pile is growing rapidly :)

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  2. Ooh I haven't heard of this one book so will definitely have to check it out :) I love dystopians at the moment (you'll notice from my WW) so this one sounds good to me! I hope you get hold of a copy soon :)

    Becca @ Lost in Thought
    http://lostinthought-becca.blogspot.co.uk/2012/10/wishlist-wednesday-13_17.html

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    1. I did see your WW and have to check out your pick as well. Thanks!

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  3. Interesting synopsis. Am not sure it would be a book for me but will keep track of the reviews. Thanks for sharing and I hope you will be able to read it soon. Welcome to the wishlist wednesday too :)

    My WW

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  4. This book's been on my list for a bit. There are several other books coming out (BETA, THE LOST GIRL) that deal with somewhat of the same premise.

    My WW: http://shelversanon.blogspot.com/2012/10/wishlist-wednesday-14.html

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  5. Congrats on your first meme! I agree the button is pretty and this is actually just my 2nd time of doing a WLW. The book sounds interesting! Happy reading here's mine: https://littlebookstar.wordpress.com/2012/10/17/wishlist-wednesday-2-beta/

    Leigh

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    1. Thank you very much! Aren't these fun? Thanks for commenting and dropping by :)

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    2. Congrats on the first meme ever. I know memes are a tad confusing.8)

      I need to read this book now!!!

      New follower 8)

      Haha yeah start with the first book but so worth it, hottie guys, butt blogger as main character, and lots of kick ars scenes!!! Did I mention the hottie guy? haha

      Happy Reading

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    3. Thanks! They are at first, I just hoped I wasn't doing it wrong and get sued or anything ;)

      Woot! Thank you, I'll always love new followers!

      Ooh, okay, you got me hooked!

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  6. I've been wanting to read this! :) It's on my tbr. Thanks for stopping by My WW!

    Janina

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    1. I can't wait to read it :) Glad you stopped by as well!

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  7. Interesting pick. I may be a bit "dystopia-ed" out at this point, but would be interested to know how you like it. Looks like this is a brand new blog -- congratulations! Very pretty! Wishing you lots of success... and happy reading!

    Lisa @ Bookshelf Fantasies

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    1. That's true, there are a lot of dystopian books out. But I'll let you know how it is! And it is new, thank you so much!

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  8. Welcome to the world of memes! I am really excited for this one too! I love dystopian and the concept of twins here is exciting. Plus the cover is perfect!

    Thanks for stopping by my post!

    ~Sara @ Forever 17 Books

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    1. Thanks! I know, everything about it is fantastic for me :) Thank you so for stopping by!

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  9. I, too, was obsessed with twins! Love MK and A! Why is that so appealing growing up!?

    Anyway, thanks for the run-down on this book, I probably wouldn't have put it on my TBR list without your thoughts!

    Thanks for commenting on my blog, fellow first timer :) New follower here!

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    1. I don't know, but I've watched Full House too many times to be healthy :)

      Thank you! That means the world to me, especially being a new timer!

      Yay! Thank you so much.

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  10. This looks like a really awesome concept. I hope you love it! Thanks for stopping by.:)
    Cheers
    Andrea
    Andrea Heltsley Books

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  11. I have this one on my wishlist too, thanks for stopping by.
    New follower too :3

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  12. Thanks for stopping by my blog today! I love your choice it is on my TBR list as well! I also followed you back :)
    Brittany @ Spare Time book blog

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