Wishlist Wednesday

Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir

When is it released: September 10th

What is it about?: The Emperor needs necromancers.

The Ninth Necromancer needs a swordswoman.

Gideon has a sword, some dirty magazines, and no more time for undead bullshit.

Tamsyn Muir’s Gideon the Ninth unveils a solar system of swordplay, cut-throat politics, and lesbian necromancers. Her characters leap off the page, as skillfully animated as necromantic skeletons. The result is a heart-pounding epic science fantasy.

Brought up by unfriendly, ossifying nuns, ancient retainers, and countless skeletons, Gideon is ready to abandon a life of servitude and an afterlife as a reanimated corpse. She packs up her sword, her shoes, and her dirty magazines, and prepares to launch her daring escape. But her childhood nemesis won’t set her free without a service.

Harrowhark Nonagesimus, Reverend Daughter of the Ninth House and bone witch extraordinaire, has been summoned into action. The Emperor has invited the heirs to each of his loyal Houses to a deadly trial of wits and skill. If Harrowhark succeeds she will be become an immortal, all-powerful servant of the Resurrection, but no necromancer can ascend without their cavalier. Without Gideon’s sword, Harrow will fail, and the Ninth House will die.

Of course, some things are better left dead.

Why am  I waiting for it: Um, because this book sounds freaking AMAZING? Lesbian necromancers? Space opera vibes? The humour also sounds dark and a bit ridiculous, which is right up my street. Honestly, if all of the elements of this book are as good as advertised, this will possibly shape up to be one of my most anticipated reads of the year.

Is anyone else eagerly anticipating this book? Let me know your thoughts and feelings in the comment section below ❤