Waiting on Wednesday 07/05/17
“Waiting On Wednesday” is a weekly meme hosted by Breaking the Spine that lets us feature upcoming releases that we can’t wait to get our hands on!
Mogsy’s Pick
Blood and Sand by C.V. Wyk (January 16, 2018 by Tor Teen)
What can I say? Ancient Rome historical fantasy is like my drug, and after the fantastic time I had with The Valiant by Lesley Livingston earlier this year, I’m feeling in the mood for more stories about female gladiators.
The action-packed tale of a 17-year-old warrior princess and a handsome gladiator who dared take on the Roman Republic–and gave rise to the legend of Spartacus….
Roma Victor. The Republic of Rome is on a relentless march to build an empire–an empire built on the backs of the conquered, brought back to Rome as slaves.
Attia was once destined to rule as the queen and swordmaiden of Thrace, the greatest warrior kingdom the world had seen since Sparta. Now she is a slave, given to Xanthus, the Champion of Rome, as a sign of his master’s favor. Enslaved as a child, Xanthus is the preeminent gladiator of his generation.
Against all odds, Attia and Xanthus form a tentative bond. A bond that will spark a rebellion. A rebellion that threatens to bring the Roman Republic to its end–and gives rise to the legend of Spartacus….
The BiblioSanctum 
This does look pretty good, and yay Rome! I still have to get to The Valiant…
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THis book is new to me I confess
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It could be good
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OOoh interesting! that’s a new to me one!
Here’s my WoW
Have a GREAT day!
Old Follower 🙂
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*jaw drops at the cover*
*reads the blurb with captive interest*
*runs over to Goodreads to add it to her wishlist*
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Ooh you have to love a good historical fantasy! I hope you enjoy 😀
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I just saw this and yes, it sounds great! Maybe female gladiator stories are becoming a trend??
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After my not-so-happy encounter with The Valiant, I’m somewhat wary of this kind of novel, but the mythology about Spartacus is too good to ignore! Decisions… Decisions… 😀
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Yeah, I was sorry to see The Valiant didn’t work for you, but hopefully Blood and Sand will be better executed!
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I hadn’t heard of this one but hope you get to grab it soon!
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What a great cover and it sounds really good. I haven’t read The Valiant yet but I know my library has a copy of it so I’m definitely going to grab it soon. Looks like I need to add this one to the wishlist too!
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Ooo yesssss, I just featured this one a few weeks ago! Definitely getting The Valiant vibes, which is cool. Speaking of The Valiant, where is The Defiant… we need updates. 😀 I hope you enjoy this book when you get the chance to read it!
Have a fabulous week, Mogsy. =)
Alyssa @ The Eater of Books!
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Oh yes! Crossing my fingers for news of The Defiant soon! 😀
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Where did this pop up from – I want it. I guess patience will have to be a virtue *said muttering under my breath.
Lynn 😀
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