Hi guys! Today I'm here to announce some very exciting news about V.E. Schwab's A Darker Shade of Magic! In celebration of the paperback release of ADSOM and in anticipation for the release of its sequel, A Gathering of Shadows, there will be a readalong!!!!!!!
Now if you don't know what A Darker Shade of Magic is about, I have included the synopsis for you below. And if you need some convincing (which I'm positive you don't) I'll just leave my gushy fangirly review right here.
(A Darker Shade of Magic #1)
by V.E. Schwab
February 24, 2015
400 pages
Goodreads Summary:
Kell is one of the last Travelers—rare magicians who choose a parallel universe to visit.
Grey London is dirty, boring, lacks magic, ruled by mad King George. Red London is where life and magic are revered, and the Maresh Dynasty presides over a flourishing empire. White London is ruled by whoever has murdered their way to the throne. People fight to control magic, and the magic fights back, draining the city to its very bones. Once there was Black London - but no one speaks of that now.
Officially, Kell is the Red Traveler, personal ambassador and adopted Prince of Red London, carrying the monthly correspondences between royals of each London. Unofficially, Kell smuggles for those willing to pay for even a glimpse of a world they’ll never see. This dangerous hobby sets him up for accidental treason. Fleeing into Grey London, Kell runs afoul of Delilah Bard, a cut-purse with lofty aspirations. She robs him, saves him from a dangerous enemy, then forces him to another world for her 'proper adventure'.
But perilous magic is afoot, and treachery lurks at every turn. To save all of the worlds, Kell and Lila will first need to stay alive — trickier than they hoped.
The readalong will come in the form of a weekly Twitter chat. Below is the reading schedule :) Andddd the author, V.E. Schwab will be joining us! *cue fangirly freakout*
There is also a Goodreads group if you'd like to chat more! If you missed a chat, don't fret. Recaps and such will be posted in this group :D
Also also, if you're super eager, click on the title to learn about the sequel A Gathering Of Shadows. (But don't go reading it unless you've read ADSOM because there are spoilers!). Doesn't the cover just look super badass?!!
Grey London is dirty, boring, lacks magic, ruled by mad King George. Red London is where life and magic are revered, and the Maresh Dynasty presides over a flourishing empire. White London is ruled by whoever has murdered their way to the throne. People fight to control magic, and the magic fights back, draining the city to its very bones. Once there was Black London - but no one speaks of that now.
Officially, Kell is the Red Traveler, personal ambassador and adopted Prince of Red London, carrying the monthly correspondences between royals of each London. Unofficially, Kell smuggles for those willing to pay for even a glimpse of a world they’ll never see. This dangerous hobby sets him up for accidental treason. Fleeing into Grey London, Kell runs afoul of Delilah Bard, a cut-purse with lofty aspirations. She robs him, saves him from a dangerous enemy, then forces him to another world for her 'proper adventure'.
But perilous magic is afoot, and treachery lurks at every turn. To save all of the worlds, Kell and Lila will first need to stay alive — trickier than they hoped.
The readalong will come in the form of a weekly Twitter chat. Below is the reading schedule :) Andddd the author, V.E. Schwab will be joining us! *cue fangirly freakout*
The Schedule
TODAYish Monday Feb. 1st
#ADSOMreadalong Intro Chat at 9pm EST.
Come introduce yourself and we'll talk about all things ADSOM!
Please read Parts 1-5 so we can discuss next week.
Monday Feb. 8th
First #ADSOMreadalong at 9pm EST.
We'll be discussing Parts 1-5.
Monday Feb. 15th
Second #ADSOMreadalong at 9pm EST.
Parts 6-10 will be discussed.
Monday Feb. 22nd
Final #ADSOMreadalong at 9pm EST.
Let's discuss the final chapters and talk about theories and hopes for AGOS!
There is also a Goodreads group if you'd like to chat more! If you missed a chat, don't fret. Recaps and such will be posted in this group :D
Also also, if you're super eager, click on the title to learn about the sequel A Gathering Of Shadows. (But don't go reading it unless you've read ADSOM because there are spoilers!). Doesn't the cover just look super badass?!!
So join us using the hasshtag #ADSOMreadalong on Twitter! This is one epic adventure you don't want to miss out on!
I'm soooo joining the re-read! I'm not sure if I'll be able to spread out the reading and not just binge read it from start to finish though... we'll see!
ReplyDeleteI agree! I usually binge read. Even if I try hard to stop I can't lol ;) Can't wait!
DeleteI might not get it re-read, but I certainly want to get in on the Twitter chats! See you there. :)
ReplyDeleteYessss!
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