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Wednesday, November 2, 2011

"Waiting On" Wednesday: The Odds

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted here, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

This week's pre-publication "can't-wait-to-read" selection is:

The Odds
By Stewart O'Nan
Publication Date: January 19

From Amazon:

Valentine's weekend, Art and Marion Fowler flee their Cleveland suburb for Niagara Falls, desperate to recoup their losses. Jobless, with their home approaching foreclosure and their marriage on the brink of collapse, Art and Marion liquidate their savings account and book a bridal suite at the Falls' ritziest casino for a second honeymoon. While they sightsee like tourists during the day, at night they risk it all at the roulette wheel to fix their finances...and save their marriage. A tender yet honest exploration of faith, forgiveness and last chances, The Odds is a reminder that love, like life, is always a gamble. 


What's your "waiting on" pick this week?

Want to participate? Grab the logo, post your own WoW entry on your blog, and leave your link below!

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48 comments:

  1. Greta is ErikasbuddyNovember 2, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    That book totally sounds like a winner!

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  2. FeliciaNovember 2, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    Hm, haven't heard of this one. Sounds interesting. :)

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  3. mfay2November 2, 2011 at 12:04 AM

    Nice cover!

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  4. June GNovember 2, 2011 at 12:05 AM

    Sounds like there's a lot going on here.

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  5. AnonymousNovember 2, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    I don't think I'd be as brave or as crazy as the protagonists in gambling my future away. But it sounds like a crazy good book. :)

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  6. UnknownNovember 2, 2011 at 12:36 AM

    Haven't heard of this one before but nice choice!

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  7. Little Miss BeckyNovember 2, 2011 at 1:50 AM

    This sounds like a great one for this day and age. Enjoy!

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  8. LindaNovember 2, 2011 at 2:12 AM

    Sounds great!

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  9. UnknownNovember 2, 2011 at 3:09 AM

    I'm always impressed by your choice of books... Way back in college, I could've chosen the same... It reminds me of those simple and peaceful moments of my life... :P (weird, right?) =)

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  10. Carina OlsenNovember 2, 2011 at 3:24 AM

    This does not sound like a book I would enjoy, but maybe when I get older :) Great pick, though!
    Love, Carina

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  11. Mimi ValentineNovember 2, 2011 at 5:39 AM

    YAY, Niagara Falls! I beamed when I saw that in the summary because I'm a proud Canadian and I live near the falls. They're so pretty!

    This book sounds like such a sweet read! Life IS like a gamble sometimes, and love definitely is. I really hope you like it when it comes out because it sounds crazy good, Jill! Like always. :)

    Here's my WOW!

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  12. Sally BibraryNovember 2, 2011 at 5:55 AM

    Couldn't help but laugh at "the Falls' ritziest casino" - having been there, I can honestly say it's nicer than most of the government run casinos in Ontario, but nothing like Vegas. :)

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  13. Grace FonsecaNovember 2, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    Intereting as I've never heard of this. Awesome choice.

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  14. AnonymousNovember 2, 2011 at 6:38 AM

    I've already got this one on my list. Nice choice!

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  15. JC JonesNovember 2, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    That sound like a move that will lead to disaster but this is fiction. Wonder how it works out.reciept

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  16. Kim@Time2ReadNovember 2, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    This one sounds good! Love the cover, too!

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  17. bermudaonionNovember 2, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    That should be a good one! I've never read O'Nan's work, but have heard wonderful things about it.

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  18. Jess (Gone with the Words)November 2, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    This one sounds good! Great pick!

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  19. mrs_laura_koehlerNovember 2, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    Sounds like a great book to read esp during these tough economic times.

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  20. Laurel-Rain SnowNovember 2, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    The Odds sounds wonderful! Thanks for sharing....

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  21. AnonymousNovember 2, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    I've never heard about that book before, but it sounds awesome! I'll definitely put it on my to read list ;)

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  22. Cackleberry HomesteadNovember 2, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    I saw this one this week or last on Shelf Awareness or somewhere and it caught my eye too. Thanks for reminding me about it.

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  23. AnonymousNovember 2, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    Sounds like a very heartfelt read!

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  24. AnonymousNovember 2, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    Oooo That sounds cool! and different. I bet it's good. Niagra Falls and Casinos to save a marriage. Interesting.

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  25. CeceliaNovember 2, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    Oh, that book sounds as if it can't end happily, but I hope it does! Nice pick.

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  26. newshadeofgreenNovember 2, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    This sounds really good. I love stories where people rally to fight for what they want... which is kind of how this sounds. I'm not sure gambling is the way to go but I like the idea of couple pulling together, when their relationship is fragile...

    Here’s my WoW post! ~ Jen @ A Book and a Latte

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  27. Andrea @ Cozy UpNovember 2, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    This book sounds amazing! I haven't heard about it before. You have some interesting reads here :)

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  28. AnonymousNovember 2, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    That looks like a great book!

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  29. ChristasBooksNovember 2, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Your pick this week sounds really interesting. And I love that is takes place in Niagara Falls!

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  30. JenniferNovember 2, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    Sounds interesting! Great choice!

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  31. MJ ThomasNovember 2, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    I do like the sound of that book ... I'm intrigued!

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  32. joyh82November 2, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    Sounds like a different kind of storyline...I love Niagra Falls!
    Have fun reading!

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  33. nomadreaderNovember 2, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    I read this one last month and really enjoyed it. It was my first O'Nan, but it certainly won't be my last. Enjoy it!

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  34. Justin941November 2, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    Never heard of this one, but it sounds like it could be fairly interesting.

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  35. DeniNovember 2, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    I've yet to hear of this one, but I'm already stoked! So adding this to my 'waiting-for' shelf!

    Deni - The Inkberry Diaries

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  36. Laura BurgandyIceNovember 2, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Wow. Sounds like some potential for tension!! Fun!

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  37. HollieNovember 2, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    The Odds sounds different to the stuff I normally read, but definitely sounds good! :)

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  38. AnonymousNovember 2, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    Sounds like a good read.

    http://tributebooksmama.blogspot.com/2011/11/waiting-on-wednesday.html

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  39. The Book FaerieNovember 2, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    This one sounds really interesting!! Thanks for sharing :)

    My WoW: http://thebookfaerie.blogspot.com/2011/10/waiting-on-wednesday-9.html

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  40. Diana JuliannaNovember 2, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    Thanks! :D Have you read the Shade trilogy by Jeri Smith-Ready? I highly recommend it. :)

    My WoW

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  41. TevyaNovember 2, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    That sounds like a great read!


    Reading Lark's WOW

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  42. (Diane) Bibliophile By the SeaNovember 2, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    Jill, I am a big O'Nan fan so am looking forward to this as well. Sorry i did not get to participate today. We just got our internet back today after Saturday's storm, so I am thrilled I can visit your blog again.

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  43. JenniferNovember 2, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    Haven't heard of this one before. Sounds awesome though.

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  44. Sarah (saz101)November 2, 2011 at 10:58 PM

    I've been WoW everywhere, so decided to participate, as I'm obsessing about a book this week! Ugh!

    The book sounds amazing... but kind of heartbreaking.

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  45. AnonymousNovember 3, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    that book sounds really interesting!

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  46. City Girl Who Loves to ReadNovember 3, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    Thanks for the welcome, Jill. Your choice is appropriate for these trying economic times.

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  47. (Diane) Bibliophile By the SeaNovember 7, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    are you on Net Galley? The odds is one of the choices. Looking forward to it.

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  48. Obsession with BooksNovember 8, 2011 at 11:58 PM

    A great WoW! it sounds interesting.

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