Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Waiting on Wednesday #8 - Tris & Izzie

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

This week, I am waiting on:
Tris & Izzie
Author: Mette Ivie Harrison
Release Date:
October 11th 2011
Publisher: Egmont USA

A modern retelling of the German legend "Tristan and Isolde", "Tris and Izzie", is about a young witch named Izzie who is dating Mark King, the captain of the basketball team and thinks her life is going swimmingly well. Until-- she makes a love potion for her best friend Brangane and then ends up taking it herself accidentally, and falling in love with Tristan, the new guy at school.

Light, contemporary romantic fantasy for teens.

(UNOFFICAL description, subject to alteration)
Goodreads

Why I'm waiting on this book:
Well, it sounds absolultely fascinating. It sounds like a great love story. I'm definitely going to see if I can find any books on Tristan and Isolde before this book is released. It also really helps that the cover is stunning! Go add this to your TBR list!

Here's a link to the authors website-
http://www.metteivieharrison.com/

What are you WoWing for this week?? Leave a comment with your link so I can check it out!

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60 comments:

  1. LizMarch 30, 2011 at 1:07 AM

    I'm so in love with this cover! Can't wait!

    That's What Liz Read

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  2. BrodieMarch 30, 2011 at 1:15 AM

    I LOVE the cover for this, it's just so sweet and romantic <3 I actually haven't seen the movie, Tristan and Isolde yet (I know, I know.. James Franco - HELLO!) but I want to before I read this. Super excited for October, this sounds fantastyic!

    My WoW: http://eleusinianmysteriesofreading.blogspot.com/2011/03/waiting-on-wednesday_29.html

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  3. LoriMarch 30, 2011 at 1:26 AM

    Cute cover. I hope that when you get it, it will be everything you hope it to be. Wanna see what I am Waiting on Wednesday for? Check it out.

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  4. Vy March 30, 2011 at 1:55 AM

    I've seen this cover around a lot lately but I'm not sure why I haven't looked it up yet. This sounds like a great book and it's definitely going onto my TBR list. Thanks for sharing this.

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  5. Book FlameMarch 30, 2011 at 2:38 AM

    I have always loved the story of Tristan and Isolde, so of course I was also so excited to hear about this book coming out.

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  6. girlsinthestacks.comMarch 30, 2011 at 2:47 AM

    Very pretty cover, and sounds like something I would like to read.

    Here is our link to what we're waiting on http://bit.ly/fA9ZBp

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  7. MajankaMarch 30, 2011 at 3:59 AM

    I love the story of Tristan and Isolde, and a modern retelling well, it was about time, in my opinion. I also really like the cover of this one.

    Take a look at my Wow.

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  8. Jan von HarzMarch 30, 2011 at 4:18 AM

    I have this one on my wish list too. Cannot wait to see if the story is a great as the cover.

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  9. Christina TMarch 30, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    I've got this on my TBR list. It does sound fantastic.

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  10. ElodieMarch 30, 2011 at 7:01 AM

    I've read Tristan and Isolde for college and I really liked it ..It is such an epic and tragic love story .. I look forward to read this one too !! Great pick !!

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  11. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    We have the same pick this week. I've never heard of the original, but it sounds interesting.

    My WOW

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  12. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    I so love this cover. There are so many fantastic books coming out this year. I can't believe we have to wait all the way until October for this one. It feels like an eternity!!

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  13. SallyMarch 30, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    Already got this one on my wishlist - it sounds awesome. If only October weren't so far away.
    Sally.
    http://theelifylop.blogspot.com/2011/03/waiting-on-wednesday-12.html

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  14. Jessica @ a GREAT readMarch 30, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    Seen this one before! Sounds kind of interesting, just not sure if I'll read it straight away. Might wait for some reviews!

    Here's my WoW

    Old Follower
    Jessica@a GREAT read

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  15. KathyMarch 30, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    This cover is stunning. I have this one on my TBR list as well. I love the original Tristan and Isolde story so I am excited for this retelling.

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  16. Jacinda (The Reading Housewives)March 30, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    This sounds great! The cover makes the book sound even better!

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  17. MiaMarch 30, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    That cover is to-die-for! I've been seeing this book on everyone's WoW. It does sounds totally amazing ;) Awesome pick!

    Check out my picks for my WoW this week

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  18. UnknownMarch 30, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    I CANNOT wait for this one, I love this story and can't wait to see what this retelling will be like. I adore this cover too, so gorgeous!

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  19. BethanyMarch 30, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    The cover is so pretty! But I think I'm going to have nightmares because of that cover :P

    My WOW:
    http://owlreviewabook.blogspot.com/2011/03/waiting-on-wednesday_30.html

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  20. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    I never heard of the German legend before but it sounds really interesting! The cover is absolutely beautiful. I'll be adding it to my TBR list!

    Here's my WoW!

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  21. Bookish BrunetteMarch 30, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    I just put this book on 'On My Wishlist' last week! I can't wait, and that cover is just gorgeous!

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  22. brandileigh2003March 30, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    This sounds awesome and I'm digging the cover. Hope you get it soon.
    Brandi from Blkosiner’s Book Blog

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  23. ScarlettMarch 30, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    I did this one a couple weeks ago as well! SUCH a gorgeous cover! When I get married, I want engagement pictures like this (now I just need to find the guy...)

    My WOW

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  24. CaitMarch 30, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    I've seen this picked a couple of times, it is totally beautiful! I love the story it's based on too. Great pick.

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  25. AlexaMarch 30, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    The cover is great for this one. Too bad it doesn't come out until October! Great pick though. Thanks for stopping by my blog.

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  26. Chelsey @ Starry Sky BooksMarch 30, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    That cover is beautiful. Can't wait for this book! Thanks for stopping by. :)

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  27. HelenaMarch 30, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    Sounds like a great take on Tristan and Isolde. And such a pretty cover too.

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  28. LindsayMarch 30, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    What an awesome cover! Have you seen the Tristan and Isolde movie? It's REALLY good!

    Here's my pick:
    http://www.violethourbr.com/2011/03/waiting-on-wednesday-330.html

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  29. Jessica E. SubjectMarch 30, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    That is a fabulous cover. Thanks for sharing!

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  30. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    Great cover and choice, come by and see mine.

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  31. Christina / Book AddictMarch 30, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    I am so excited for this one. I am loving the concept of re-telling Tristan and Isolde. Great pick!

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  32. JessiMMarch 30, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    What a great cover! And I'm with Linsda @ VioletHour - it was a fab movie.

    Happy reading!

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  33. DeeaMarch 30, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Already added to my TBR list.:D I miss a good old love story!<3 And the cover is stunning indeed! Can't wait for it!
    xoxo

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  34. MarlaMarch 30, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    Thanks for stopping by. If you would like an account based on the original tale of Tristan & Isolde, you might try The Romance of Tristan and Iseult by Joseph Bedier. A good fiction series is Rosalind Miles' Tristan & Isolde series. There are three of those and I absolutely loved them. Cheers!

    Marla @ Starting the Next Chapter

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  35. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    This books looks amazing! Def going on my wishlist!

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  36. Priya ParmarMarch 30, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    this looks so wonderful!

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  37. Danna (Bananas For Books)March 30, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    I can't wait for this either! I love modern retellings of old stories.
    -Danna
    PS new follower! LOVE your layout

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  38. Jennifer AMarch 30, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    Great choice! his one sounds so interesting. I'm loving that it's a retelling of an old German legend. I hope this one is good!

    Jennifer
    http://littleshelf.blogspot.com/

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  39. Books for CompanyMarch 30, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    l also love the sound of this and how amazing is the cover?!
    Great pick =)

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  40. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    This one does sound sooo good! And I love the cover too!

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  41. RubitaMarch 30, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    I don't know if I can add this to my TBR books. Isn't Tristan and Isolde a tragedy? I'll have to wait and be sure no one dies at the end before I'm willing to risk my anxiety level on this one.

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  42. UnknownMarch 30, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    Sounds like an interesting read and I agree, such a beautiful cover. Thanks for stopping by my blog on the hop. :-)

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  43. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    AHHHH SFDJKDF I've been waiting for this one, too! I can't wait. D:

    Thank you for stopping by my WoW!

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  44. UnknownMarch 30, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    I've not read Tristan and Isolde before, but this may be one version I will read! Thanks for stopping by my blog. New follower.

    My WoW!

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  45. ErikaMarch 30, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    There is nothing I love more than a good love story. Definitely going to add this to my TBR list.

    Thanks for following my blog,
    Erika @ Let's talk about books

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  46. MarathonMarch 30, 2011 at 10:18 PM

    Me, too! Isn't that cover just spectacular!

    It sounds positively divine!

    Asher K.

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  47. AthenaMarch 30, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    This looks like a really good one! Nice pick!

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  48. Monique CherieMarch 30, 2011 at 11:20 PM

    sounds amazing, love the sumary and the cover, woo


    Thanks for stopping by

    The Book Mystress, xx

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  49. UnknownMarch 30, 2011 at 11:36 PM

    THis book is also at the top of my list. I hope it is wonderful!

    Right now I am waiting on Chronicles of Nick: Invincible. Not so much the book but the time to read it. In my mind I was telling myself to hurry up and finish the book I am currently reading. I had to yell at myself because the book that is being read deserves my attention as well.

    Please do stop by for a crumpet, find out about a new MeMe & to check out my newest giveaway :)

    Mad Scientist
    Steampunkery & Book Reviews
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  50. goodnightmoonMarch 31, 2011 at 12:03 AM

    This is one I haven't heard of yet, but it sounds fantastic. I'll definitely be adding it to my TBR! =)

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  51. Michelle SantiagoMarch 31, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    hi christy! gorgeous cover on this book. i think i'd buy this book just for that. great pick :)

    -michelle

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  52. Don't Sleep, ReadMarch 31, 2011 at 1:43 AM

    I might have to check this out!
    Thanks for checking out my post and commenting!

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  53. JamieMarch 31, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    I have never heard of this before. This sounds like my kind of read. Thanks for the great pick. Now it's gonna be something I'm waiting for:)

    Thanks for stopping by my blog!

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  54. Carrie at In the Hammock BlogMarch 31, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    me too me too me too!! i can't wait!!

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  55. Le Petit Book ReviewsMarch 31, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    This cover is so breathtaking! I really can't wait to read this book as well!. . . WOW! that COVER! Thank you for stopping by our blog!

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  56. SoniaMarch 31, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    That cover is gorgeous! I love the story of Tristan and Isolde so I'm stoked for this one. Great pick and beautiful blog! New follower :)

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  57. Truly BookishMarch 31, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    Yeah, this is going on my list. The cover is sooooo pretty!
    NC
    Truly Bookish

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  58. A Canadian GirlMarch 31, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    I have this one on my wishlist too because I love the cover. I hope the story is just as good!

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  59. BrynneMarch 31, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    Love the cover for this one! I love a good retelling, and this one sounds spectacular.

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  60. KristenMarch 31, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    Such a beautiful cover! I have always loved this story ... hope this version lives up to the original. Thanks for stopping by my blog!

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