I feel a bit giddy finally talking to you all about this series. If you'll remember, I fell madly in love with The Q when it came out a few years ago. Now, Beth Brower is writing The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion — a series of novellas set in London in 1883. Each volume is an excerpt from the incorrigible Emma's journals, and the first two volumes are already available with the third on the way soon. I think they'd make rather perfect pandemic reading. Humorous and charming down to their bones, they're just what the doctor ordered to lift your spirits in this uncertain time that just proves to be too much some days. If you're experiencing one of those days, I suggest giving Volume 1 a go (it's only 99 cents on Kindle, $4.99 for a trade paperback copy). It will surprise exactly none of you that I own print and digital editions of both volumes. Miss Emma M. Lion has waited long enough. Come hell or high water (and really, given her track record, both a
YES I AM SO EXCITED TOO. I love how all the covers match. I'm happy Katsa and Po will have cameos. I'm happy to read another Kristin Cashore book even if it's 576 pages. AH JUST SO HAPPY/EXCITED :D.
ReplyDeleteahhhh this is so lush!
ReplyDeleteI really need to get started on Graceling and Fire now that Bitterblue is releasing next year.
ReplyDeleteThanks for showcasing this. I loved both Graceling and Fire . Cant wait to read Bitterblue :)Love the blue and the keys on the cover !!
ReplyDeleteTHIS is happy news. I just re-listened to Graceling. Do you think Prince Po and Katsa will be in this one??
ReplyDeleteChristina, I know. I'm looking forward to having all three rubbing shoulders on my shelf.
ReplyDeleteCarla, YES.
Jenny, *gasp* wait no longer. Start now!
Shweta, me, too! The keys are great.
Kim, isn't it? I know Po and Katsa will be in this one and I cannot wait to see them again!
It is so beautiful. I am a sucker for old keys.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! I can't wait for this one.
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Tiah, yeah, I can't wait to find out their significance.
ReplyDeleteKaren, me either!!
Finally! I have been waiting for this book FOREVER!
ReplyDeleteanxious, it seems like it has been so very long. I just know it's going to be well worth the wait.
ReplyDeleteShe's finished?! It has a release date? This has just made my week.
ReplyDeleteOh gosh it's beautiful! YAY! YAY YAYYYYYY!!!! :D
ReplyDeleteHeather, YES!
ReplyDeleteKIKA, it really is. So excited!!
I love this whole series! One of my favorite YA series - such a lovely set of stories! Definitely recommend!
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