I’m always browsing for new (or new to me) books to read, especially those in the KU program. Here is a list of some upcoming books for 2022 (release dates may change).
In Cursed Shadow by Clara Sutton – January 8, 2022
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To fight a witch, she must befriend a dragon…
Rowan loves her life in the small town of Chillery, or she would if children weren’t going missing every few nights. When Rowan has what she thinks is a chance to stop the disappearances, she takes it. But she fails and brings the wrath of a powerful witch down upon her family in the process. The witch curses her family and her heroic act has only made things worse.
Now to undo what she has done she must team up with Bather Bane, a hot-headed dragon with little love left in his heart for humanity and a curse of his own.
Will their adventure to find a witchkiller bring about the end of both their curses, or will Rowan be damned to lose everything she loves?
The first book in a new series of YA fantasies by Clara Sutton, In Cursed Shadow is perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo, Sarah J Maas, and Holly Black, among others.
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Wave Dancer (Fairytale Hour #3) by Aelth Faye – January 14, 2022
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This little mermaid is determined to secure an alliance to protect her people at all costs. But how will she navigate a world of lander girls without being able to speak while catching and keeping the attention of the prince all without her voice? Don’t miss this new take on the original “Little Mermaid” tale by Hans Christian Anderson.
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The only way to beat death is to chase it.
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Newly crowned, Red blames one person for his father’s murder: the secret sorceress sworn to protect the king.
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Alyana Barron, Royal Sorcerer to the throne of Tandera, fears her magic is weakening.
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When Red is cursed, his life entwines with Aly’s in ways neither of them expected. Together, they chase after a cure that will heal the king and restore her magic, but the closer they get to a cure, the nearer they step toward death, for the path to the cure is as dangerous as the curse itself.
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Blade of Ash is the first in a new, epic YA fantasy series perfect for fans of enemies-to-lovers romance packed full of royal intrigue, legends, and plenty of ballgowns. If you like female bodyguards and forced proximity with life-and-death stakes… this story is for you!
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Three tests to prove your worth. Two teens with everything to lose. One chance to escape.
In a world ravaged by global warming, an eccentric tycoon plans to sail away and start again. He’s decided to take one hundred young lives with him…if they pass a series of tests.
Fyve’s grown up in the poverty and violence molded by environmental and economic collapse. Passing is his only ticket to escape a life of starvation and struggle.
Halo has trained all her life for the tests. It’s an advantage that makes her certain she’ll pass. Until she uncovers a secret that could undermine the entire promise of salvation.
As the fight to leave becomes the fight to survive, as passing the tests means leaving behind everything and everyone they love, Fyve and Halo are about to discover that being chosen comes at a price.
From the best-selling authors of The Thaw Chronicles, get ready to be blown away by a breathtaking new series for lovers of Divergent and The Hunger Games.
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To survive in this world, I must remain invisible.
The Cream Empress is dead, and a new selection begins. One girl from each of the six faery courts—the crème de la crème—will fight in a series of trials to become the new ruler.
Until the day I’m forced to step out of the shadows.
Elowynne Grim is chosen, except she’s far from being an elitist in this realm. The nineteen-year-old is one of the shadow court’s darkest secrets, but no one can defy the selection.
Into the spotlight.
Now, she must fight for a throne she’s never wanted—or die. Enemies lurk around every corner and keeping her secret hidden becomes a daunting task. Will Elowynne be able to compete with the other five girls, or is Fate playing its cruelest trick yet?
Roses and Cream begins this spellbinding series full of adventure, new friendships, love, and heartbreak. Just beware of a sweet smile and generous offering—the sweeter the fairy, the darker their nature.
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