
**Can’t-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings to spotlight and discuss the books we’re excited about that we have yet to read. Generally they’re books that have yet to be released. It’s based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking the Spine. **
Title: Through the White Wood
Author: Jessica Leake
Publication Date: April 9th 2019
Publisher: HarperTeen
Summary from Goodreads:
Katya’s power to freeze anything she touches has made her an outcast in her isolated village. And when she loses control of her ability, accidentally killing several villagers, she is banished to the palace of the terrifying Prince Sasha in Kiev.
At the castle, though, she is surprised to find that Sasha is just like her—with his own strange talent, the ability to summon fire. Instead of punishment, Sasha offers Katya friendship, and the chance to embrace her power rather than fear it.
But outside the walls of Kiev, Sasha’s enemies have organized their own army of people who can control the very earth. Bent on taking over the entire world, they won’t stop until they’ve destroyed everything.
Katya and Sasha are desperate to stop the encroaching army, and together their powers are a fearsome weapon. But as their enemies draw nearer, leaving destruction in their wake, will fire and frost be enough to save the world? Or will they lose everything they hold dear?
Why I Can’t Wait: Earlier this year I read Beyond a Darkened Shore by this author and really loved it! This is another standalone but I hear the main characters from Beyond a Darkened Shore will make an appearance. YAY! Besides all of that, I’m really into books with elemental magic and the MC here turns things into ice. Beyond excited to check it out!
Becky V.
I heard so many good things about the first book—I need to pick it up soon!
Sara @ Forever 17 Books
It was really good! I love that it was a standalone fantasy novel yet this one will have some crossover!
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Jenea's Book Obsession
This sounds great and the cover is gorgeous too!
Sara @ Forever 17 Books
Agreed!
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Eve
Oh this is great. I love when you discover a new author and have a stand alone to enjoy. It’s a great way to introduce others to them as well. I will have to add it to my TBR!
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Sara @ Forever 17 Books
That’s great to hear!
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Aimee (Aimee, Always)
Having other standalone companion novels is the BEST! I really need to read Beyond a Darkened Shore!
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Sara @ Forever 17 Books
I LOVE standalone companion books. It’s nice not having to remember details for a sequel. lol
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Barb (boxermommyreads)
Wow, what a cover! I love it and now I’m even more motivated to read Beyond a Darkened Shore. Thanks for sharing it.
Sara @ Forever 17 Books
I hope you like Beyond a Darkened Shore!
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Christina
Awesome pick! I always love a good YA fantasy. I still need to read Beyond a Darkened Shore though….too many books and not enough time!
Sara @ Forever 17 Books
Seriously! There are so many books I want to read and just never get to. Sigh.
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Danielle Hammelef
This sounds fantastic! Thanks for the heads up on a new book.
Sara @ Forever 17 Books
You’re welcome!
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Sam@WLABB
When I started reading the description, all I could think about was Ilsa from Frozen. But I digress, I am not familiar with this book, but I like the setting, even if it’s a fantasy version of the place.
Sara @ Forever 17 Books
LOL I thought of Elsa too!
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Tressa @ Wishful Endings
I love this author so this one is on my list too. I hope we both love it!
Sara @ Forever 17 Books
Me too!
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Sophia @ Bookwyrming Thoughts
I love that cover and the fact the main character uses ice as her power. I’ll have to check out these author’s other books.
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Sara @ Forever 17 Books
My really excited about the use of ice!
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verushka
This does sound epic! I hope you enjoy it when you read it!
Sara @ Forever 17 Books
Thanks!
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Suzanne @ The Bookish Libra
This sounds wonderful and I do like that it’s a standalone. I have too many series that I’m way behind on already, lol.
Sara @ Forever 17 Books
Right? lol I’m all for standalones and companion series right now.
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Daniela Ark
“wintry” stories and powers are the best! I love icy worlds. Winter is coming! 🙂
Daniela Ark
Sorry if this is a duplicate but I didn’t see the message that it was for moderation! I had comment that I love wintry powers and stories. Icy worlds are the best! Winter is coming! 🙂
Maria Behar
What an AMAZING pick, Sara!!! LOVE it!! The plot sounds SO fascinating, and that cover is GORGEOUS!! (In fact, I’m probably going to feature it in my “Shelf Candy Saturday” meme this week, and of course I’ll link back to this post.)
I’ve already added this book to my GR shelves. Thanks for showcasing it!! 🙂 🙂
Sorry for the late comment back…..and thanks for commenting on my own CWW post!! HUGS!! <3 <3 <3 🙂 🙂 🙂