“Waiting On Wednesday” is a weekly meme hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine that spotlights upcoming releases that we’re eagerly anticipating.
Insignia by S.J. Kincaid
Release Date: July 10, 2012
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THE ENEMY IS WINNING.
WHAT IF THE GOVERNMENT’S SECRET WEAPON IS YOU?
More than anything, Tom Raines wants to be important, though his shadowy life is anything but that. For years, Tom’s drifted from casino to casino with his unlucky gambler of a dad, gaming for their survival. Keeping a roof over their heads depends on a careful combination of skill, luck, con artistry, and staying invisible.
Then one day, Tom stops being invisible. Someone’s been watching his virtual-reality prowess, and he’s offered the incredible—a place at the Pentagonal Spire, an elite military academy. There, Tom’s instincts for combat will be put to the test, and if he passes, he’ll become a member of the Intrasolar Forces, helping to lead his country to victory in World War Three. Finally, he’ll be someone important: a superhuman war machine with the tech skills that every virtual-reality warrior dreams of. Life at the Spire holds everything that Tom’s always wanted—friends, the possibility of a girlfriend, and a life where his every action matters—but what will it cost him?
Gripping and provocative, S. J. Kincaid’s futuristic thrill ride of a debut crackles with memorable characters, tremendous wit, and a vision of the future that asks startling, timely questions about the melding of humanity and technology.
That July 2012 release date is crushing, I know, but this sounds so, so awesome. There’s a slight Ender’s Game vibe, the cover is awesome, and I’m curious how Tom’s initiation into the Intrasolar Forces will be. ALSO, thumbs up for a boy main character, woo hoo!
What are you looking forward to this week?
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Ugh. July 2012? You just had to rub that in, didn’t you? :P Love that we have another male narrator to look forward to and story with plenty of badass! Cannot wait!!
This definitely seems like a cool read. I agree that it’ll be nice to have a male protagonist to read about. The July 2012 pub date is a little daunting, but hopefully this book will be worth the wait.
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Kim @ Book Munchies
Oh Insignia again :D I can’t wait for this one either ~
seeing this book a lot, going to have to add it to my list now!
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This sounds really, really good! WW3?! Definitely needs to be read! :) I kind of like the cover too!
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Just saw this as a WoW pick in another blog. Not a fan of the cover, but the summary sounds great! 2012 has a lot of great releases, can’t wait for it! Great pick :)
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Definitely will be giving this one a try. Sounds like a great book for my reluctant guy readers.
I just saw this for the first time on someone else’s WoW. Sounds great!
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I haven’t heard of this one before, but now i’m interested. Great choice!
Seen this one a couple of times today – I have to admit it looks fantastic. Also, love books from male pov. Onto the wishlist it goes :)
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Oh wow, I REALLY want to read this! I like that it’s set in our actual reality… but July 2012, aarggh.
This sounds like something really unique and interesting. Hadn’t heard of this before, so thank you very much for sharing. :)
Carina
I’m actually not a big fan of this cover, BUT I think it sounds like an awesome description. You’re right, the Summer 2012 release is kind of a killer ;) haha! Hopefully the wait is worth it.
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This is the second place I’ve seen this one listed, but today is the first I’m hearing about it. I think it looks really interesting, and I’m glad to see more books coming out from the guy’s perspective! Great pick!
Courtney @ Fuzzy.Coffee.Books
Ohhh, another new one to add to my list!! Thanks for putting this on my radar. It sounds really awesome. :)
this looks like something my son would love. I’m going to have to pick it up for him!
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