Whichwood
by Tahereh Mafi
Series: Furthermore
Genres: Young Adult, Fantasy, Childrens, Middle Grade
Our story begins on a frosty night . . .
Laylee can barely remember the happier times before her beloved mother died. Before her father, driven by grief, lost his wits (and his way) and she was left as the sole remaining mordeshoor in the village of Whichwood, destined to spend her days scrubbing the skins and souls of the dead in preparation for the afterlife. It’s become easy to forget and easier still to ignore not only her ever-increasing loneliness, but the way her overworked hands are stiffening and turning silver, just like her hair.But soon, a pair of familiar strangers appear, and Laylee’s world is turned upside down as she rediscovers color, magic, and the healing power of friendship.
Shamefully, I am completely unfamiliar with Tahereh’s previous works. I’m sorry! There are a lot of books out there, okay? I came across this book clicking through Twitter and I think it just sounds magnificent. Very dark at the beginning then a promise of hope at the end. That seems like a nice book, doesn’t it? OR MAYBE IT WILL BE REALLY DARK AND CREEPY.
And that cover. YUM.
Whichwood comes out on November 14, 2017 and is available for preorder through Amazon & Barnes & Noble.
Can’t-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we’re excited about that we have yet to read. Generally they’re books that have yet to be released. Find out more here.
Have you read other books written by Tahereh Mafi? Which ones would you recommend to me? Do you think I have to read FURTHERMORE before reading this book? Tell me everything. <3
I never picked up Furthermore but the cover of this sequel makes it tempting. It’s so pretty. Hope you love this one!
Fortunately it’s a companion book! So the theory is, it can be read without reading Furthermore! If necessary. 😉
I haven’t read the first book either, but I have to say I’m in love with the lovely cover.
It’s so pretty, isn’t it?
Yes, Please! I can’t wait to get my hands on this one too. Doesn’t it sounds Amazing!!!
Jenea’s Book Obsession’s Can’t-Wait Wednesday
It does, it sounds great! Let me know what you think when you read it.
I think the first I heard about this one was last week, and it’s now on my wishlist. I love the cover. It sounds so good! Thank you for sharing. I hope you have a great week!
Doesn’t it sound wonderful? I’m really gald I stumbled across it, too! I hope you like it as well!
I have her other books except for the first one of this series and haven’t read them. Been meaning to for forever. I think the covers in this series are so interesting and very artsy. Great pick!
It’s so true! The covers have this flowy, vibrant, creative vibe that makes them so appealing!
I’ve heard good things about book one but still haven’t picked it up. I hope you enjoy it!
My CWW: https://tsundokubooks.blogspot.com/2017/08/cant-wait-wednesday-la-belle-sauvage.html
Thank you!! Yes, I’m starting to see reviews pop up… I actually pre-wrote this post 3 weeks ago and it just keeps getting pushed back! I’m glad it’s finally here, though. 😛