The Probability of Miracles by Wendy Wunder
To be published: December 8, 2011
Dry, sarcastic, sixteen-year-old Cam Cooper has spent the last seven years in and out hospitals. The last thing she wants to do in the short life she has left is move 1,500 miles away to Promise, Maine - a place known for the miraculous events that occur there.
But it's undeniable that strange things happen in Promise: everlasting sunsets; purple dandelions; flamingos in the frigid Atlantic; an elusive boy named Asher; and finally, a mysterious envelope containing a list of things for Cam to do before she dies. As Cam checks each item off the list, she finally learns to believe - in love, in herself, and even in miracles. {taken from goodreads.com}
I love books that are told in list form -- going in to it knowing there's a purpose, making your way through it until you finally hit that finish line. I'm so stoked for this book that I already pre-ordered myself a copy :-) Come December it will be a sweet surprise in the mail! If you follow my reviews & my reading tastes, then you know how much I love contemps that make me feel. This book seems to have all the elements of just that & much more!
"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.
This definitely looks like a fascinating read. I'm going to add this to my wishlist. You're the first person that I have seen talk about this one. Thanks for sharing. I love discovering new books to look forward to. Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteI've seen this book around, but it wasn't until an author - I forget which female author, maybe Aimee Carter - started gushing about this book on her blog that it got on my radar. It sounds terribly emotional and a total tear-jerker. And, come on, The Boy's name is Asher!
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I haven't heard of this one! Thanks for introducing :) I also love contemps, so I'm sure I'll be picking this up!
ReplyDeleteI've seen this book around though I don't actually know what it's about - until now, I guess. Sounds like my type of book, haha. Sarcastic? Awesome~ I also really love contemps that have really interesting characters and a huge emotional impact. It's always interesting to read about. Anyway great choice!
ReplyDeleteFeel free to check mine out if you can :) http://onlysomewhatqueer.blogspot.com/2011/10/waiting-on-wednesday-oct-5-cool-covers.html
This looks like it will be a tear-jerker. Gotta love those! :D This year I've definitely started to love emotional, powerful contemps :)
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I agree- this one sounds great and I'm sure it will have me reaching for the tissues. Great pick!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE this cover. LOVE IT.
ReplyDeleteI think this book is perfect for you! I really want to read it as well! I <3 books with lists too!
ReplyDeleteI'm really excited for this book and I love the cover:)
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This does sound like such an incredible book. And like you, I love contemporary - it's practically all that I read. I may have to reorder it too!
ReplyDeleteBut I am trying to branch out and my WoW is something a little different from what I typically read.
This is on my list, too! It sounds incredible, and yes to books that make you feel! YAY, fabulous pick, hon!
ReplyDeleteI just added it to my list!! Great choice!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a really good book - I've just added it to my tbr list. Great pick!
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I do love me some lists! I hope it turns out great!! Thanks for putting this one in my radar
ReplyDeleteThis book is AMAZING! I reviewed it on my blog. =) If I was all tech savvy and cool I would include a link in this comment. But... well, you notice there is no link.
ReplyDeleteThis book is a powerhouse of emotions. I laughed hysterically at times; I wept. A lot. But there were times that I just felt tingly. The subject matter is tough and you can guess the ending, but it was a bitter sweet moment. I marked this one as an all time favorite. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
Oh, and if you like contemps, you need to read Going Underground. It's fabulous too! In a different sort of way. Ooohhh... and then there is Stay With Me. Whoa. (both of these are new faves too)
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