Waiting on Wednesday #773

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

BRIGHT AND BROKEN THINGS BY RYAN GRAUDIN 

Goodreads Description:

Set among the glittering parties and Egyptology craze of the 1920s, young academic learns he might be the key to an ancient Egyptian tomb coveted by a powerful cabal of magicians in this enthralling adventure from the author of Enchanted Lies of Céleste Artois.
 
Ezra Bright has returned to London after serving in World War I but, like many returned soldiers, he is haunted by his time on the front lines and the loss of his adoptive brother. He attempts to put the nightmares behind him and focus on his dissertation, but a chance encounter with his sister, Biz, introduces him to the Bright Young Things, a group of socialites famous for their elaborate costume parties and treasure hunts spanning London. At one such party Ezra meets Celia, a young socialite who introduces him to a world of magic and secret societies.
 
Unbeknownst to many, a powerful cabal of magicians known as the Order has been stealing magical artifacts in the hopes of impressing its mysterious leader. The ultimate prize is said to bestow immortality on its bearer and Celia suspects Ezra may be in possession of the powerful, ancient magic key to locating it. When Biz mistakes a note from Ezra’s mother for the start of another scavenger hunt, the Order is alerted to Ezra’s presence forcing him, Celia, Biz and her fiancé on a race across Cairo to find the treasure before the Order does.

Format: 384 pages, Paperback
Expected Publication: September 22, 2026 by Redhook
Pre-Order: Blackwells and Amazon US and Amazon UK

I have been a fan of Ryan for many years now, and so I am still buying all her new books, though I am a little bit behind as well. <3 And ohh, I'm excited about this one :D I think it looks and sounds so awesome.
What are you waiting for on this bright Wednesday?

In My Mailbox #770

Hello. I am still all kinds of dead. Gosh. Been a very long and exhausting week. And yet it has gone by so very fast. Ahh. I have not gotten much done at all. I got home from my mini vacation on Sunday evening, and I feel like it was yesterday, haha. Been so dead since then. But getting better. I think. My fingers have had such bad psoriasis lately. Sigh. Painful. And my bumps are the worst too. I'm also just so tired and in pain all the time. Hmph. But I'm so glad we went on our mini vacation. A car ride, 7 hours into Finland and Sweden. Although it takes longer as we do have several shopping stops. My sister drives. And went with mom and grandma as well. <3 Just one night in a hotel, but it was such a great trip. With good food and lots of shopping, haha. And spa hotel, so got a great warm bath in the evening. Yeah. I loved it. Hopefully going again next year :) The drive is pretty scary, so it is not something we want to do often, sadly. But we made it, and had such a nice time. <3 But yeah. Exhausted. Finally managed a spa bath tonight :) But still hurting. Hope it passes soon. Not much mail this week; a couple of books, and some things that I bought. Also still want summer. Sobs. This week I'm waiting on Chaotic Orbits. <3 Hope you are all doing well :D 

The Dream Thieves Graphic Novel. I know, I have yet to read book 4. Ahh. But these are just gorgeous.
The Half King. Fairyloot edition :D Had to buy this from someone in Norway; really wanted this edition.
Diverse. All of these items were bought on my mini vacation. <3 I got some Moomin magnets, which I love so much :D I got two cat plushes, eee. That big one is so soft and just perfect. Got some Pokemon cards, ha. Nothing great, but love them even so. A Bridgerton lipgloss. And Lotso lipgloss and soap :D

More Instagram photos here. <3

Waiting on Wednesday #772

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

CHAOTIC ORBITS BY BETH REVIS 

Goodreads Description:

Now collected into a beautiful omnibus edition, this romantic sci-fi trilogy from New York Times bestselling author Beth Revis is perfect for fans of Martha Wells

When Ada, a charming grifter, crosses paths with Rian, a no-nonsense government agent, the ensuing chaos will lead them across the stars—and into each other’s arms

Ada Lamarr has a very good reason for being the first at the wreckage of an intergalactic ship. If Rian White, leader of the government ship sent to examine the remains, can't tell truth from lie when it comes to her excuses, well, that's his problem. And Ada has absolutely no issue whatsoever being his problem—in fact, when Rian's in the picture, she's determined to do the wrong thing. Whether looting an "off limits" shipwreck, stealing something from a high-security museum at an intergalactic gala, or pulling off the heist of the millennia at a trillionaire's home base, Ada always has a plan.

Even when Rian corners her.

In this collection of all three of the original Chaotic Orbits novellas, readers can follow Ada's elaborate cat-and-mouse schemes and the will-they-won't-they temptation of a romance with Rian. Featuring a new, exclusive short story told from Rian's point of view, fans will love this epic spacemance from the reigning queen of romantic science fiction!

Format: 400 pages, Paperback
Expected Publication: August 4, 2026 by DAW
Pre-Order: Blackwells and Amazon US and Amazon UK

This beauty came out yesterday, and I am excited to get my pre-order in the mail. <3 Though I have no idea when I will have time to read this trilogy. Oops. But one day; as I love Beth Revis :D I love that this is the whole trilogy in one book. Fully exciting, haha :) And I think it sounds awesome. I love the cover too :)
What are you waiting for on this chaotic Wednesday?

In My Mailbox #769

Writing this post a day before, as when this post go live, I will be on a mini car vacation :D Just staying one night, but I am so very excited about it, eee. <3 Sharing more about it next week :) But yeah. This week have been meh. A bit warmer outside, but still no sun. Had one day where I got to sit a few hours outside, but it was not enough. Rude. And I am also way, way too exhausted. But doing my best :) And hoping for heat later in August. Fingers crossed. I got the very best mail this week, though, eee :D I am so so so excited. <3 And so thankful. Sigh. Loving the rest of my mail too, though, haha :) But that ARC. Gods. So happy :D Now need to go to bed; up waaay too early tomorrow morning, Saturday, to start the very long drive. This week I'm waiting on Monster, Monarch, Maiden. <3 Hope you are all doing well :D 

Fairyloot July Adult. The Winged Game. The character art in this one is pretty :) As the cover is not, oops.
Fairyloot July YA. The River She Became. This cover is so much more gorgeous, though :D I'm curious.
Wild Reverence. I learned there was a Waterstones exclusive of the paperback. Oops. Needed it, ha :)
The House Saphir. Eeee! I traded for this beautiful UK ARC proof with someone on facebook :D Love it.
Immortal Rose. OH MY GOD. EEEEEEEE. Thank you so so so much to Tempest for this most precious UK ARC proof :D Ahhh. I am actually dying. It is the most beautiful thing. Sobs. I am so so happy. And so thankful. Wanted this more than anything. I love it so much. Sent to my friend in the UK, then to me. <3
Nintendo Swag. Also got all of these from my friend, Megan, in the UK :D Thank you so much for helping me love. <3 You are the absolute best. Hugs. And got 200 more Funko pop wall stands, ack :D Excited.
Pop Mart. I tried one of each of the new Pixar Dimoo figures :) I do like the plush and the figure; not my favorites, but they are still gorgeous. I really wanted Lotso. Sigh. But love the quality of both of them. <3
Funko. Oops. I could not resist ordering a few more new pop figures, ha :D Loving the new Winnie the Pooh ones. Adorable. And new The Little Mermaid. Love them so much. And talking Sorting Hat is cool.

Pop Mart. And then a much bigger popmart haul, ahhh :D So much love. Sigh. I had to get the full set of the new Hacipupu puppies. And gods, I am so glad I did so. They are absolutely stunning. Eeee. So very soft. So precious. Love them to pieces. Got a small free gift, the star sign plush below :) No Taurus, but cute. Then I ordered three confirmed secrets from Whoopea. Ahhh. Expensive. But worth it :D And finally got my Coca Cola secret, eee. It is so very adorable. I love it. And the new hairy Labubu secret; cuuute :D And Dear Birds one; love it so much. I love that I can buy my secrets confirmed, haha. Much less work :D

 

More Instagram photos here. <3

Waiting on Wednesday #771

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

MONSTER, MONARCH, MAIDEN BY RAE CARSON 

Goodreads Description:

A sweeping stand-alone fantasy from award-winning and bestselling master of the genre, Rae Carson. After she loses everything, Bria will do whatever it takes to survive—even pledge herself to a secretive young man on a perilous quest. Breathtaking adventure and swoon-worthy romance for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Ava Reid, and Rebecca Ross.

Bria Angarsold isn’t supposed to be a hero. She’s just a mountain girl. A mountain girl with a near useless Gift, living an idyllic life with her sister and her parents, running the family’s thriving inn. But then the raiders come, and Bria’s family is destroyed.

One of the last survivors of the raid, Bria isn’t sure she’ll live to see where the captors are taking her. Until the caravan crosses paths with a mysterious traveler and Bria’s luck changes again.

With no family or home to return to, Bria swears her life to this moody, secretive young man. Titus has been chosen to complete a perilous quest—one that will make Bria question everything she’s ever believed, from the magic that weaves through their world to the very gods themselves. As the journey unfolds, Bria realizes she has something—someone—new to believe in. She’d follow Titus to the Edge of the World, sworn oath or not, even if neither of them stands a chance at returning from it.

But Bria Angarsold is a survivor. She isn’t useless, and neither is her Gift. And this is her story.

Shadow and Bone meets Divine Rivals for an exhilarating journey and a slow-burn romance from the author of the acclaimed The Girl of Fire and Thorns. 

Format: 480 pages, Hardcover
Expected Publication: August 25, 2026 by Greenwillow Books
Pre-Order: Blackwells and Amazon US and Amazon UK

Eee, I am excited about this one :D Loved Rae and her books for so many years now. I am so excited for her to finally have a new one out. I think it looks gorgeous. And it sounds all kinds of exciting. Just like my kind of story. Excited about the romance. Excited about the magic. I'm hoping to love this one a bunch. <3
What are you waiting for on this monstrous Wednesday?