This is a weekly meme hosted by Jill from Breaking the Spine. "Waiting on Wednesday" spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.
Venom by Fiona Paul
Pub. Date: October 30, 2012
Goodreads says, "Love, lust, murder, mayhem and high society converge in one thrilling debut. Cassandra Caravello has everything a girl could desire: elegant gowns, sparkling jewels, invitations to the best parties, and a handsome, wealthy fiancé—yet she longs for something more. Ever since her parents’ death, Cassandra has felt trapped, alone in a city of water, where the dark and labyrinthine canals whisper of escape. When Cass stumbles upon the body of a murdered woman—with a bloody X carved across her heart—she’s drawn into a dangerous world of secret societies, courtesans, and killers. Soon, she finds herself falling for Falco, a poor artist with a mischievous grin . . . and a habit of getting into trouble. Will Cassandra find the murderer before he finds her? And will she stay true to her fiancé or succumb to her uncontrollable feelings for Falco? Beauty, romance, and mystery weave together in a novel that’s as seductive and stunning as the city of Venice itself."
*Doesn't Venom sound great? I love the idea of a good mystery with a lot of suspense; plus, it takes place in Venice! What do you think?
I couldn't figure out if it is contemporary or historical but it does sound good. I love the mask on the cover.
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty cover! The setting of the story must be so beautiful and I love the sound of love, mayhem, murder, mysteries and high societies. I can't wait to read it!:)
ReplyDeleteSounds like historical (the gowns part) - gorgeous! I read something similar earlier this year that I wished had been flashier and had more of Venice society in it. This sounds like it might have more of that setting, it sounds really good. I know a few people who are already drooling over it, I may have to add this one to my wishlist. :)
ReplyDeleteThe cover lover in me definitely approves of this one!
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I just saw this book on another WoW. It does sound amazing! I love that it is a mystery set in a historical setting with a girl MC. Sign me up!
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I want to read this book too! I love the cover :DHere's my WoW.
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I cannot wait for this one either =) It sounds like a very exciting read! Great pick =D
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YES PLEASE! So excited for this one Christina! Anything set in Venice with a murder mystery and a romance is something I definitely want to read:)
ReplyDeleteO a good murder mystery inside. My fav.
ReplyDeleteI love the cover. I can't wait for this one too.. Great pick..
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I can't wait for this either! Great pick.
ReplyDeleteThis was my pick last week, I'm so curious for this one!
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I'm not sure if this is something for me, but I do like the sound of Venice! :D
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Very nice pick! I love the cover, but I haven't heard of this one. I'll add this to my TBR pile. Please check out my WOW.
ReplyDeleteOoooh! This does sound like something I would like to read! Thanks so much for spotlighting it today. Please check out my WoW!
ReplyDeleteI love the cover but the story just isn't for me. I hope you enjoy it when it comes out though.
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I read this one recently, and it's very, very good! Such lovely descriptions of the setting :)
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