Waiting on Wednesday (15): Valkyrie Rising

Waiting on Wednesday was created by Jill at Breaking the Spine, and it is a weekly event showcasing an  upcoming release we're excited for!

My Pick:

Valkyrie Rising by Ingrid Paulson

Release Date: October 9, 2012

Publisher: HarperTeen

Summary (taken from Goodreads):

Nothing ever happens in Norway. But at least Ellie knows what to expect when she visits her grandmother: a tranquil fishing village and long, slow summer days. And maybe she’ll finally get out from under the shadow of her way-too-perfect big brother, Graham, while she’s there. 

What Ellie doesn’t anticipate is Graham’s infuriating best friend, Tuck, tagging along for the trip. Nor did she imagine boys going missing amid rumors of impossible kidnappings. Least of all does she expect something powerful and ancient to awaken in her and that strange whispers would urge Ellie to claim her place among mythological warriors. Instead of peace and quiet, there’s suddenly there’s a lot for a girl from L.A. to handle on a summer sojourn in Norway! And when Graham vanishes, it’s up to Ellie—and the ever-sarcastic, if undeniably alluring Tuck—to uncover the truth about all the disappearances and thwart the nefarious plan behind them. 

Deadly legends, hidden identities, and tentative romance swirl together in one girl’s unexpectedly-epic coming of age.

Finally, a YA book set in Norway!! For as long as I can remember, I have been obsessed with Norway, so it nice to see this country getting some love! This book sounds amazing (and add to the fact that it is set in Norway), and I am super excited for its release! Hurry up, October!


Further actions:

• Pre-order the book: Amazon / Barnes and Noble
• Add this book to your to-be-read list on Goodreads!
• Check out Ingrid Paulson's website!
• Follow Ingrid Paulson on Twitter and/or like her page on Facebook!
• This is a 2012 YA debut novel, so if you participate in the Debut Author Challenge created by Kristi at The Story Siren, then be sure to add it to your to-be-read list!