Waiting on Wednesday #680

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

THE GODS BELOW BY ANDREA STEWART

Goodreads Description:

After a divine war shattered the world, humanity struck a pact with the god Kluehnn: in return for regular tribute of magical gems, Kluehnn would restore the world to its former glory. But as each land is transformed, so too are its people changed into strange new forms – if they survive at all.

Hakara is not willing to pay such a price. Desperate to protect herself, and her sister Rasha, she flees her homeland for the safety of a neighbouring kingdom. But tragedy strikes when they’re separated, and Hakara is forced to abandon Rasha to an unknown fate.

Yet when Hakara discovers she can channel the power of the magical gems, she’s invited to join a clandestine plot to destroy the God Pact. To win Hakara to their cause, the conspirators reveal a startling secret: Rasha is alive – and they can help rescue her.

But only if Hakara goes to war against a god.

The Gods Below begins an epic new fantasy series from Sunday Times bestselling author Andrea Stewart, where two sisters find themselves on opposite sides of a war against gods.

Format: 512 pages, Hardcover
Expected Publication: September 5, 2024 by Orbit
Pre-Order: Blackwells and Amazon US and Amazon UK

I know, I know. Another book that is already out. Oops. But I got it as a fairyloot book :D Which is looking gorgeous. I'm a little unsure about this book, though. It do sound pretty awesome, and I am curious about it. But then I read a bad review, and I'm unsure if it would be a book for me. But maybe :) I will peek at it.
What are you waiting for on this divine Wednesday?