Can't Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted by Wishful Endings that spotlights and discusses the books we're excited about that we've yet to read. Generally, they're books that are yet to be released. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine.
This week I'm featuring Fawkes: A Novel by Nadine Brandes releasing July 10, 2018.
About the Book
Thomas Fawkes is turning to stone, and the only cure to the Stone Plague is to join his father’s plot to assassinate the king of England.
Silent wars leave the most carnage. The wars that are never declared, but are carried out in dark alleys with masks and hidden knives. Wars where color power alters the natural rhythm of 17th century London. And when the king calls for peace, no one listens until he finally calls for death.
But what if death finds him first?
Keepers think the Igniters caused the plague. Igniters think the Keepers did it. But all Thomas knows is that the Stone Plague infecting his eye is spreading. And if he doesn’t do something soon, he’ll be a lifeless statue. So when his Keeper father, Guy Fawkes, invites him to join the Gunpowder Plot—claiming it will put an end to the plague—Thomas is in.
The plan: use 36 barrels of gunpowder to blow up the Igniter King.
The problem: Doing so will destroy the family of the girl Thomas loves. But backing out of the plot will send his father and the other plotters to the gallows. To save one, Thomas will lose the other.
No matter Thomas’s choice, one thing is clear: once the decision is made and the color masks have been put on, there’s no turning back.
Silent wars leave the most carnage. The wars that are never declared, but are carried out in dark alleys with masks and hidden knives. Wars where color power alters the natural rhythm of 17th century London. And when the king calls for peace, no one listens until he finally calls for death.
But what if death finds him first?
Keepers think the Igniters caused the plague. Igniters think the Keepers did it. But all Thomas knows is that the Stone Plague infecting his eye is spreading. And if he doesn’t do something soon, he’ll be a lifeless statue. So when his Keeper father, Guy Fawkes, invites him to join the Gunpowder Plot—claiming it will put an end to the plague—Thomas is in.
The plan: use 36 barrels of gunpowder to blow up the Igniter King.
The problem: Doing so will destroy the family of the girl Thomas loves. But backing out of the plot will send his father and the other plotters to the gallows. To save one, Thomas will lose the other.
No matter Thomas’s choice, one thing is clear: once the decision is made and the color masks have been put on, there’s no turning back.
Why I Need It
I absolutely loved Nadine Brandes' Out of Time series, so I've been eager to find out what she was working on next. Fawkes sounds AMAZING! I always love books that mix fantasy with history. And that cover... oh my goodness!
What book are you eagerly anticipating?
This one sounds really promising - historical fantasy can be brilliant. I hope you enjoy it. My offering this week is a children's fantasy...
ReplyDeleteDone right, historical fantasies are usually some of my favorites. Thanks for coming by, S J! Have an awesome day! :)
DeleteWhat a unique and gorgeous cover. Sounds really interesting too. Hope you love it!
ReplyDeleteThe cover is so gorgeous. Love it! Thanks for visiting, Barb! Have a fantastic day! :)
DeleteSounds like maybe a gargoyle type of story? And what a beautiful cover! Great pick!
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Oooh, I hadn't thought of that. Thanks for coming by, Lisa! Happy reading! :)
DeleteI don't read a ton of historicals or fantasies, but this sounds really interesting, and I am a fan of that time period. I hope you enjoy this one!
ReplyDeleteThat time period is really interesting. Thanks for stopping by, Sam! Have a great day! :)
DeleteThe cover looks amazing and the summary sounds so promising! Wow, thanks for sharing. Happy reading.
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Best wishes
Vi @Inkvotary
I'm in love with this cover! Thanks for visiting, Vi! Have an awesome day! :)
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