Wednesday, January 9, 2019

Can't-Wait Wednesday: Pretend She's Here - Luanne Rice


Can’t-Wait Wednesday is a weekly event hosted by Tressa at Wishful Endings that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

This week I can't wait for Pretend She's Here!

Pretend She's Here
Luanne Rice
Age/Genre: Young Adult, Contemporary
Publisher: Scholastic
Release Date: February 26, 2019
Goodreads
Emily Lonergan's best friend died last year.

And Emily hasn't stopped grieving. Lizzie Porter was lively, loud, and fun -- Emily's better half. Emily can't accept that she's gone.

When Lizzie's parents and her sister come back to town to visit, Emily's heartened to see them. The Porters understand her pain. They miss Lizzie desperately, too.

Desperately enough to do something crazy.

Something unthinkable.

Suddenly, Emily's life is hurtling toward a very dark place -- and she's not sure she'll ever be able to return to what she once knew was real.

From New York Times bestselling author Luanne Rice comes a breathless, unputdownable story of suspense, secrets -- and the strength that love gives us to survive even the most shocking of circumstances.
Luanne Rice has been on my radar for a while. I mean, she has written over 30 books, and I feel like this book would be a great place for me to start.

You know I have a penchant for grief books, but the synopsis hints that there is a bit more to this story. I sense I will cry and maybe even be shocked, and I am onboard for that.




What are you waiting on?
Let us know in the comments!
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37 comments:

  1. chucklesthescotJanuary 9, 2019 at 3:29 AM

    I hope you enjoy it when you read it!

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  2. Roberta R.January 9, 2019 at 4:45 AM

    We have a book in common! We have a book in common! 😂

    I put this one in my list because it sounds like there's a great mystery at its center...plus it's not often that we get to read a book about friendship without mean girls and love triangles.

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    1. Samantha@WLABBJanuary 9, 2019 at 6:18 AM

      I am shocked! But YEAH!!! Hopefully one of us reads it.

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  3. VerushkaJanuary 9, 2019 at 5:31 AM

    Oooh, the blurb almost reads like a paranormal story! Interesting pick, Sam!

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    1. Samantha@WLABBJanuary 9, 2019 at 6:19 AM

      I think it's contemporary, but maybe a little spooky with the mystery.

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  4. Suzanne @ The Bookish LibraJanuary 9, 2019 at 6:25 AM

    I hadn't heard of this one but that synopsis grabbed me right away and I want answers about what they did. "Desperately enough to do something crazy. Something unthinkable." That line has my brain kicking into overdrive, lol.

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    1. Samantha@WLABBJanuary 10, 2019 at 6:00 AM

      It sounds like a good mix of mystery, drama, and emotional stuff. I am interested.

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  5. NickJanuary 9, 2019 at 7:53 AM

    30 books! Wow! I love that cover!

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    1. Samantha@WLABBJanuary 10, 2019 at 6:00 AM

      I am awed by those authors with the staying power to put out so many books. It's quite an accomplishment.

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  6. The Candid CoverJanuary 9, 2019 at 2:23 PM

    Ahhh!!! I need this one! I haven't seen it around yet, but it does sound like it is going to rip your heart out. The cover is really intriguing as well. Thanks so much for sharing it! :)

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    1. Samantha@WLABBJanuary 10, 2019 at 6:01 AM

      I remember seeing it on EW in a catalog, and then seeing some blurb for it somewhere, but it definitely sounds like a good fit for me.

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  7. Jessica @ a GREAT readJanuary 9, 2019 at 4:50 PM

    Cute pick! Doesn't sound like my kind of read but I hope you will positively adore it once you read it!

    Here's my WoW

    Have a GREAT day!

    Old Follower :)

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  8. Heidi@Rainy Day RamblingsJanuary 9, 2019 at 5:13 PM

    I am curious about what is going to happen, what is this big decision? Sounds kind of eerie. I will be watching for your review of this one.

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    1. Samantha@WLABBJanuary 10, 2019 at 6:02 AM

      Little mystery can usually make a story more interesting, and I am looking forward to finding out what they are eluding to in that synopsis.

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  9. Carole's Random LifeJanuary 9, 2019 at 6:44 PM

    I have never read this author but I know that I have seen her books around over the years. I hope you enjoy this one!

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    1. Samantha@WLABBJanuary 10, 2019 at 6:03 AM

      I went to the eLibrary and they had a bunch. So, if I can't read this one, I will try one of the others. If someone can publish that many books, there must be something to their storytelling.

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  10. AngelaJanuary 9, 2019 at 8:29 PM

    Now I want to know what the family is going to do, and how it's going to affect Emily!

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  11. czaiJanuary 9, 2019 at 9:03 PM

    I think I have a book by Luanne Rice at home. Gotta read it one of these days :)
    Love that cover! I hope you enjoy this!

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    1. Samantha@WLABBJanuary 10, 2019 at 6:03 AM

      If I cannot get this one, I saw that my library had others, and I will probably go with the highest rated to check out her writing.

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  12. LauraJanuary 9, 2019 at 9:49 PM

    The synopsis had me perking up. And the cover does too!

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    1. Samantha@WLABBJanuary 10, 2019 at 6:04 AM

      I really love the cover. It's what originally got my attention. Definitely captures what I perceive the mood of the story to be from the synopsis.

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  13. sherry fundinJanuary 10, 2019 at 11:18 AM

    Sounds like you better have tissues handy. lol
    sherry @ fundinmental

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  14. Mary @ StackingMyBookShelves!January 10, 2019 at 2:46 PM

    This sounds heart wrenching. I think I would like to read this myself. We will need some tissues and tea for this one.

    Mary

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  15. Beware Of The ReaderJanuary 11, 2019 at 10:39 AM

    I will stop looking at your posts Sam! Seriously you are so bad for my TBR!!! Sophie @bewareofthereader

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    1. Samantha@WLABBJanuary 11, 2019 at 6:50 PM

      It's a TBR "wish list", and I love having tons of wishes!

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  16. Becky BakerJanuary 13, 2019 at 4:59 AM

    As soon as I saw there was an MC dealing with grief my interest was piqued and then I read the rest of the summary and I was wanting to read because I need to know what the dark place is. I need it!

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    1. Becky BakerJanuary 13, 2019 at 5:00 AM

      And this is out on my birthday! Really... this was meant to be.

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    2. Samantha@WLABBJanuary 13, 2019 at 3:55 PM

      You know how much I love grieving MCs, and that mysterious thread makes it just that much more interesting. And, whoo hoo for birthdays! Those are reasons to buy books.

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  17. BookPrincessReviewsJanuary 14, 2019 at 9:05 PM

    This book sounds SO mysterious and gut wrenching that I'm so intrigued. I hadn't heard of this at all, but I'm going to SO check it out now. Great post, Sam! :)

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  18. Olivia's CatastropheJanuary 15, 2019 at 8:00 PM

    I hope your first book will be good for you! I think this is going to be an emotional and heart breaking read. I love reading about grief because I often relate and it helps me remember those ones I have lost as well.

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    1. Samantha@WLABBJanuary 16, 2019 at 7:51 PM

      That's a nice way to relate to grief and loss book.

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