Wednesday, May 6, 2020

Can't-Wait Wednesday [89]

Can't Wait Wednesday is a weekly feature that's hosted by Tressa at Wishful Endings. It highlights the upcoming releases we're really excited about reading! CWW is a spinoff of the feature Waiting on Wednesday (WoW), that was started by Jill at Breaking the Spine.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062940953/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&SubscriptionId=1MGPYB6YW3HWK55XCGG2&linkCode=ll1&tag=doyoudogear-20&linkId=42610451977a93d7abbc145aed5f74c6&language=en_USThe Girl and the Ghost by Hanna Alkaf
Expected publication: August 4th 2020 by HarperCollins

Synopsis (via Goodreads): A Malaysian folk tale comes to life in this emotionally layered, chilling middle grade debut, perfect for fans of The Book of Boy and The Jumbies.

I am a dark spirit, the ghost announced grandly. I am your inheritance, your grandmother’s legacy. I am yours to command.

Suraya is delighted when her witch grandmother gifts her a pelesit. She names her ghostly companion Pink, and the two quickly become inseparable.

But Suraya doesn’t know that pelesits have a dark side—and when Pink’s shadows threaten to consume them both, they must find enough light to survive . . . before they are both lost to the darkness.

Fans of Holly Black’s Doll Bones and Tahereh Mafi’s Furthermore series will love this ghostly middle grade debut that explores jealousy, love, and the extraordinary power of friendship.
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14 comments:

  1. AngelaMay 8, 2020 at 7:54 AM

    This sounds like a cool book for kids!

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    1. Lindsi May 8, 2020 at 4:41 PM

      Right?? I'm really looking forward to its release! :) I think my son and I will both enjoy it! <3

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  2. Amber EliseMay 8, 2020 at 11:42 AM

    Ooo this sounds so spooky!

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    1. Lindsi May 8, 2020 at 4:41 PM

      I know!! I'm tempted to preorder this one, but like to use the library when it's an author I haven't read before.

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  3. chucklesthescotMay 8, 2020 at 12:04 PM

    As a kid I would've snatched that book off a library shelf! It looks really interesting!

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    1. Lindsi May 8, 2020 at 4:42 PM

      My son asked me to buy it as soon as I read the synopsis to him, haha. I had to explain that it wasn't out yet! ;)

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  4. KarenMay 8, 2020 at 2:48 PM

    LOVE that cover!

    Karen @ For What It's Worth

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  5. Jen | Book DenMay 10, 2020 at 9:34 AM

    I'm excited for this one, too! :)

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    1. Lindsi May 14, 2020 at 1:24 PM

      I keep checking NetGalley to see if it's available to request! :)

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  6. La La in the LibraryMay 13, 2020 at 3:54 AM

    This does sound good! I'll be looking out for your review. 👍✨

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    1. Lindsi May 14, 2020 at 1:25 PM

      Fingers crossed I can snag an early copy! If not, I'm definitely going to borrow it from the library, or just flat out buy it when it comes out. :)

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  7. NicciMay 17, 2020 at 11:47 AM

    I love the cover for this one! It sounds wonderful. I must admit that I know pretty much nothing about Malaysian folklore but I'm always ready to learn especially when it's wrapped up in a story. :)

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    1. Lindsi June 26, 2020 at 11:36 PM

      Same. My knowledge is basically nonexistent, which is one of the reasons I'm so intrigued by this book!

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