Waiting on Wednesday // 2015 Book Releases

Hello bookish friends! Today I thought I'd share you with a few novels that I've recently learned about, that are scheduled to release in 2015. I don't know about you, but as a book nerd, I always get really excited about upcoming books, and cover reveals. So I thought it'd be fun to share some of them over here, in case you haven't heard of these exciting books to put on your waiting list! Please do share in a comment if you are excited about any upcoming releases, or let me know if maybe I missed any! Have a great day and happy waiting! :)

 

{All book covers and descriptions taken from GoodReads}

 

 

// Return to Exile //

 

By Lynne Gentry

 

The Carthage Chronicles // Book #2

 

Howard // January 6th, 2015

 

"A twenty-first-century doctor travels back in time to third-century Carthage to rescue her husband, but the arrival of a deadly epidemic forces her to make an impossible choice in this fast-paced second novel in The Carthage Chronicles series.

Dr. Lisbeth Hastings salvaged two things from her accidental trip to the third century: her mother's stethoscope and her child. Making a life for her daughter Maggie back in the present is difficult, but returning to ancient Carthage is impossible. However, when Lisbeth learns her husband is slated to die a martyr's death, she must find a way around the impossible to save him.

Cyprian Thascius returns from political exile a broken man. He's lost his faith, the love of his life, and his purpose. When Ruth, an old friend, proposes he marry her to restore his position and protect his estate, the disgraced nobleman accepts. But when Cyprian's true love suddenly reappears, his heart becomes as imperiled as the fledgling church.

As Lisbeth and Cyprian reunite to battle a new epidemic and save the oppressed community of Christians, the chasm between the two of them seems too wide to bridge. But when Maggie contracts typhoid, Lisbeth must choose: stay and save the man she loves, or return home and save her daughter?

Filled with gripping action and raw emotion, this incredibly compelling adventure of star-crossed lovers will keep you engrossed with every turn of the page."
 

Waiting on Wednesday

W e l c o m e   to The Literary Maiden's Waiting On Wednesday blog post! Waiting On Wednesday is a blog post where you share books that will release this year that you are very excited for! So here is a list of the Literary Maiden's top 5 most anticipated books that are scheduled to release this year! Books are listed in order of anticipation and all book descriptions are taken from GoodReads. Hope you guys enjoy seeing what books we are excited about and we would love to hear your list of books that you are "waiting for" down in the comments! As always, we love hearing from you, and it would make our day to hear from you! :)

~The Literary Maidens {Bethany & Madi}

P.S. Be sure and stick around because we have a book giveaway planned for either late this week or early next week! We are so excited about hosting this talented Christian Fiction author here on our blog, so keep an eye out! :)

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Stealing The Preacher
By Karen Witemeyer

June 1st, 2013

"On his way to interview for a position at a church in the Piney Woods of Texas, Crockett Archer can scarcely believe it when he's forced off the train by a retired outlaw and presented to the man's daughter as the minister she requested for her birthday. Worried this unfortunate detour will ruin his chances of finally serving a congregation of his own, Crockett is determined to escape. But when he finally gets away, he's haunted by the memory of the young woman he left behind--a woman whose dreams now hinge on him.

For months, Joanna Robbins prayed for a preacher. A man to breathe life back into the abandoned church at the heart of her community. A man to assist her in fulfilling a promise to her dying mother. A man to help her discover answers to the questions that have been on her heart for so long. But just when it seems God has answered her prayers, it turns out the person is there against his will and has dreams of his own calling him elsewhere. Is there any way she can convince Crockett to stay in her little backwoods community? And does the attraction between them have any chance of blossoming when Joanna's outlaw father is dead set against his daughter courting a preacher?"

 

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Glittering Promises
The Grand Tour Series # 3
By Lisa T. Bergren
October 1st, 2013

 

No book synopsis available at this time.

 

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The Captive Maiden

By Melanie Dickerson

October 22nd, 2013

 

"Happily Ever After ...Or Happily Nevermore? Gisela's childhood was filled with laughter and visits from nobles such as the duke and his young son. But since her father's death, each day has been filled with nothing but servitude to her stepmother. So when Gisela learns the duke's son, Valten---the boy she has daydreamed about for years---is throwing a ball in hopes of finding a wife, she vows to find a way to attend, even if it's only for a taste of a life she'll never have.

To her surprise, she catches Valten's eye. Though he is rough around the edges, Gisela finds Valten has completely captured her heart. But other forces are bent on keeping the two from falling further in love, putting Gisela in more danger than she ever imagined."

 

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Elusive Hope
Escape To Paradise Series Book # 2
By MaryLu Tyndall
November 1st, 2013

"Falling in Love Was Never Part of Their Plans

On the shores of Brazil, their Confederate friends are seeking a Southern utopia. But Hayden Gale and Magnolia Scott have different plans. Hayden is out for revenge and vows to keep pursuing his father—at any cost—whom he blames for his mother’s death. Magnolia is looking for a way out. . .and a way back home after her father insists their family escape the South following the Civil War. As the fledgling colony of New Hope struggles to survive, they both seek to use the other for their own purposes. Falling in love was never part of their plans."
 

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Growing Up Duggar
By Jana, Jill, Jessa & Jinger Duggar

In a rare look inside America’s favorite mega-sized family, the four eldest girls talk about their faith, their dreams for the future, and what it’s like growing up a Duggar. Airing weekly throughout the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand, 19 Kids and Counting has made the huge Duggar family into a media phenomenon. The Duggar children are frequently asked, “Tell the truth; do you really agree with the lifestyle your parents have created for you?” Now, the four eldest Duggar girls—Jana, Jill, Jessa, and Jinger let us know how they feel.

With a backdrop of the key relationships in their lives—relationship with self, parents, siblings, friends, boys, and God—the four Duggar girls open up about their own personal beliefs and convictions, boys, dating, manners, living in a large family, politics, and much more. You’ll learn why Jessa has a reputation as a troublemaker, how the family navigates the difficult years between twelve and sixteen, and what the girls look for in a man, all in a frank and fun book that will inspire teens and adults alike. Including lighthearted stories about the younger kids’ antics, Growing Up Duggar is a wise and entertaining trip into a family like no other.