There’ve been a few more YA cover reveals in the past couple
of weeks (or covers that I’ve just recently discovered), so I thought I’d share
the pretties with you and let you know what I think.
(The Dragori #2)
Publication
Date: June 12, 2018
Ebook, Oftomes Publishing
Genres:
Fantasy, YA, LGBT
Dragon Shifters. Undead. Revenge.
Life has not been the same since
the attack on the ship. Affected by the Druid's power, something dark lurks
within Hadrian Vulmar, threatening the existence of those around him.
Following a lead, Zacriah and Nyah
head into the forest on an expedition to cure him. When they are ambushed by
the living dead—bodies controlled by shadow—covered in the Druid marks, they
know the Druid did not perish in the sea as they first thought. The Druid is
back, and with his return comes the threat of attack.
The three known Dragori are sent on
a dangerous quest to stop this dark magick before Hadrian gives into his new
power, and the shadowbeings end more innocent lives.
My Thoughts
I haven’t read the first book in this series, but I want to.
This one has just as pretty of a cover. Unfortunately, it doesn’t look like it’s
going to be in a print edition. I hope that changes between now and its
release. I’d like to possibly own a physical copy.
***
Kiss of the Royal
Publication Date: July 3, 2018
Paperback,
400 pages, Entangled Teen
Genres: YA, Fantasy
In the war against the Forces of
Darkness, the Royals are losing. Princess Ivy is determined to end this
centuries-long conflict once and for all, so her new battle partner must
succeed where the others failed. Prince Zach’s unparalleled skill with a sword,
enhanced by Ivy’s magic Kiss, should make them an unstoppable pair—but try
convincing Zach of that.
Prince Zach has spent his life
preparing for battle, but he would rather be branded a heretic than use his
lips as nothing more than a way to transfer magic. A kiss is a symbol of love,
and love is the most powerful weapon they have—but try convincing Ivy of that.
With the fate of their world on the
line, the battlefield has become a testing ground, and only one of them can be
right. Falling for each other wasn’t part of the plan—but try convincing their
hearts of that.
My Thoughts
I haven’t read an Entangled book since Julie Cross’s Whatever Life Throws at You, so I’m
definitely ready for another dose, especially a YA fantasy. I feel like this
should be a low-key, easy-to-read fantasy that I’ll just breeze through. I’m
definitely ready for it. The cover is also very aesthetically pleasing. Love
the pink and black.
***
(Sword and Verse #2)
Publication
Date: November 20, 2018
Hardcover, 416 pages, HarperTeen
Genres:
YA, Fantasy
Soraya Gamo was meant to be queen
of Qilara, until an Arnath slave rebellion destroyed the monarchy and the
capital city. Now, improbably, she sits on the new Ruling Council beside her
former enemies, finally holding the political power she always wanted - but
over a nation in ruins. As she works to rebuild Qilara, she can, at last, use
what everyone once told her to hide: her brain.
But not everyone is ready to accept
the new equality that the Ruling Council has decreed between the Arnathim and
Qilarites. So when a slave ship arrives in the city, full of Arnathim captured
before Qilara fell—the civil unrest that has been bubbling since the rebellion
erupts.
Forced to confront her own prejudices,
Soraya struggles to gain the trust of the Arnath people she once disregarded
and establish peace in what has become chaos. With the threat of attacks high,
Gelti, a former guard captain, trains Soraya in self-defense. As the two grow
close, tension within the city ramps up, with danger, betrayal, and deception
meeting Soraya everywhere she turns. Friends become foes, adversaries become
companions, and the clashing of classes threatens to unravel all the good
Soraya has been trying to do. Can Soraya, raised to be a proper Qilarite lady,
learn to be a true leader? Or will the sins of her past forever haunt the
footsteps of her future?
My Thoughts
Once again, I have yet to read the first book. But this cover
is so very pretty. The cover has been out for a while, but I hadn’t added it to
my TBR on Goodreads until a few days ago. Thus, it made today’s list.
***
Fire and Heist
Publication Date: December 4, 2018
Hardcover, 416
pages, Crown Books
Genres: YA, Fantasy
In Sky Hawkins's family, leading
your first heist is a major milestone--even more so than learning to talk,
walk, or do long division. It's a chance to gain power and acceptance within
your family, and within society. But stealing your first treasure can be
complicated, especially when you're a wyvern--a human capable of turning into a
dragon.
Embarking on a life of crime is
never easy, and Sky discovers secrets about her mother, who recently went
missing, the real reason her boyfriend broke up with her, and a valuable jewel
that could restore her family's wealth and rank in their community.
With a handpicked crew by her side,
Sky knows she has everything she needs to complete her first heist, and get her
boyfriend and mother back in the process. But then she uncovers a dark truth
about were-dragon society--a truth more valuable and dangerous than gold or
jewels could ever be.
My Thoughts
This one has an intriguing plot, but I’m not a fan of the
cover. It reminds me a lot of Haven
by Kristi Cook. It’s just a boring, plain cover, and the colors don’t go well
together. Maybe it’ll look better in person?
***
(The Runebinder Chronicles #2)
Publication
Date: November 27, 2018
Paperback, 384 pages, Harlequin Teen
Genres:
YA, Fantasy, LGBT
Magic is sin
Aidan desires only one thing: to
rule. Arrogant, headstrong and driven by the element of Fire, he will stop at
nothing to bring the evil Howls that destroyed Scotland to their knees. But
Fire is a treacherous element, and the very magic that brought him to power
could burn his world to ash.
Especially with the blood of his
fellow Hunters on his hands.
Driven by a bloodlust he can’t
control and dark whispers that may not be entirely in his head, he and his
magic-eschewing friend Kianna will do whatever it takes to liberate their
broken world. Even at the risk of confronting the Church. Even at the risk of
losing his humanity.
But power isn’t the only thing on
Aidan’s mind. He’s falling for the intoxicating Tomas, an Incubus who offers
everything Aidan desires. For a price.
And if that price burns the world
down, well… Aidan is used to playing with Fire.
My Thoughts
Yay! It’s actually a sequel to a series that I’ve read the first
book of! This so rarely happens! Unfortunately, though, I’m not in love with
the cover like I was with the first book. This cover good, but I the first one
was blue and cool. The skulls for the throne is pretty neat though. I’m
intrigued.
***
Darkdawn
(The Nevernight Chronicles #3)
Publication Date: September 4, 2018
Hardcover, 448
pages, St. Martin’s Press
Genres: YA/NA, Fantasy
A ruthless young assassin's journey
for revenge comes to an end in the conclusion of this epic fantasy trilogy.
The Nevernight Chronicle is a
complex fantasy series about Mia Corvere, a kick-butt, flawed heroine who
trains as an assassin as part of her mission for personal revenge. Her tale
takes place in the immersive world of Godsgrave which, although based on ancient
Rome and Venice, is imaginative with many original details provided by a
beloved snarky narrator.
In Darkdawn, the Republic of Itreya
is in chaos. Mia has assassinated Cardinal Duomo and rumors of Consul Scaeva’s
death ripple through the street of Godsgrave like wildfire. But buried beneath
those same streets, deep in the ancient city’s bones, lies a secret that will
change the Republic forever.
Mia and her brother Jonnen must
journey through the depths of the ancient metropolis. Their quest will take
them through the Godsgrave underdark, back to the library of the Quiet Mountain
and the poisoned blades of Mia’s old mentors, and at last the fabled Crown of
the Moon. There, Mia will at last discover the origins of the darkin, and learn
the destiny that lies in store for her and her world. But with the three suns
now in descent, and Truedark on the horizon, will she survive?
My Thoughts
Man, this cover is awesome! The only thing I don’t like
about this series’ covers are the masks. They’re creepy. I’m sure they play an
important role, but they freak me out. I’m excited to buy this whole series and
binge read, though.
***
(Iskari #2)
Publication
Date: September 25, 2018
Hardcover, 400 pages, HarperTeen
Genres:
YA, Fantasy
The second book in Kristen
Ciccarelli’s lush Iskari series.
Lavish, romantic, and dotted with
magic, The Caged Queen is a new story in the world of The Last Namsara—one that
fans of the first book will flock to.
Once there were two sisters born
with a bond so strong that it forged them together forever. When they were
angry, mirrors shattered, and when they were happy, flowers bloomed. It was a
magic they cherished—until the day a terrible accident took Essie’s life and
trapped her soul in this world.
Dax—the heir to Firgaard’s
throne—was responsible for the accident. Roa swore to hate him forever. But
eight years later he returned, begging for her help. He was determined to
dethrone his cruel father, under whose oppressive reign Roa’s people had
suffered. Roa made him a deal: she’d give him the army he needed if he made her
queen.
Together with Dax and his sister,
Asha, Roa and her people waged war and deposed a tyrant. But now Asha is on the
run, hiding from the price on her head. And Roa is an outlander queen, far from
home and married to her enemy. Worst of all: Dax’s promises go unfulfilled.
Roa’s people continue to suffer.
Then a chance to right every wrong
arises—an opportunity for Roa to rid herself of this enemy king and rescue her
beloved sister. During the Reliquishing, when the spirits of the dead are said
to return, Roa can reclaim her sister for good.
All she has to do is kill the king.
My Thoughts
This cover is good. I’m not over the moon for it, but it
matches and it has gold font. That makes it a good one. I haven’t read the
first book in this companion series…? I’m unsure on whether or not this is a
direct sequel. I’m afraid to look into it more for fear of spoilage. I own the
first book, so I plan on getting The
Caged Queen and binge reading the two books.
***
What If It’s Us
Publication Date: October 9, 2018
Hardcover, 448
pages, HarperTeen
Genres: YA, Contemporary
Arthur is only in New York for the
summer, but if Broadway has taught him anything, it’s that the universe can
deliver a showstopping romance when you least expect it.
Ben thinks the universe needs to
mind its business. If the universe had his back, he wouldn’t be on his way to
the post office carrying a box of his ex-boyfriend’s things.
But when Arthur and Ben meet-cute
at the post office, what exactly does the universe have in store for them?
Maybe nothing. After all, they get
separated.
Maybe everything. After all, they
get reunited.
But what if they can’t quite nail a
first date . . . or a second first date . . . or a third?
What if Arthur tries too hard to
make it work . . . and Ben doesn’t try hard enough?
What if life really isn’t like a
Broadway play?
But what if it is?
My Thoughts
This book ruins the fantasy-only vibe I was going with for
this post. *sigh*
Okay, so this cover is adorable. It has me excited for a
contemporary YA book. I’ve been kind of over that genre for the past year or
so. However, I’m not a huge fan of Adam Silvera’s books. More Happy Than Not was definitely not a happy book. I think I’ll
wait for the reviews of this one to trickle in before I decide if the ending
will satisfy me or not.
***
Those are some recently revealed 2018 covers. What do you
think? Do you like them?
