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.
This week’s Can’t-Wait offering – The Rookery – Book 2 of The Nightjar series by Deborah Hewitt – release date 5th August, 2021.
#fantasy #alternate world #London setting #magic #feisty heroine
BLURB: The Rookery, city of secrets, lies and magic, is facing destruction. But does Alice have the power to save her new home?
When Alice discovered this alternate London, her life changed forever. She discovered she was seeing Nightjars – miraculous birds that guard our souls. But her newfound magic has a dark side. So in an effort to protect her friends, Alice is training to wield her rare abilities under House Mielikki – the House of Life. Yet something isn’t right. And after a series of attacks leaves her reeling, it’s clear someone wants her to fail.
Alice must plunge into a world of seductive magic and unimaginable perils to uncover the conspiracy. And when she discovers why Rookery itself is at risk, she realizes the price she must pay to save it.
I read and enjoyed The Nightjar – although there were times when Alice’s choices were a tad daft. But the world is intriguing and I like the magic, so I’m looking forward to tucking into this one. Has anyone else snagged a copy of this offering?
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I’m not familiar with this series but you have me very curious about the dark side of Alice’s magic.
It’s an interesting world and I’m glad to have a chance to dive back into it, Suzanne:).
I haven’t read the first book yet, but I’ve wanted to. I hope you love this one!
Thank you, Tammy:). It’s next up on my TBR…
I’ve not read The Nightjar, but I’ve heard a lot of great things about this author!
It’s a really interesting dynamic, with an unusual magic – and I’m looking forward to revisit the world, Mogsy.
This sounds exciting. Such a great cover too.
Well, as I’m working my way back here I already know that you enjoyed this one very much 😀
It’s always a bonus when that happens:).
I love the premise of the worldbuilding here, but you’ve already got me antsy about character choices. I am NOT a fan of characters being forced to make choices for the sake of plot as opposed to choices that befit their characters. Hmm….
As it happens – I really loved this book and found it more enjoyable than The Nightjar, as the MC made far more intelligent choices:)).
Hmmm, interesting. To show character growth, maybe? Here’s hoping!
Oh definitely! There is a lot of character growth, which I always enjoy seeing:)).