Title: ENSNARED
Author: A.G. Howard
Release Date: January 6, 2015
Hardcover: 416pages
Publisher: Amulet Books
ISBN: 978-1442465985
Formats: Hardcover, eBook
After surviving a disastrous battle at prom, Alyssa has embraced her madness and gained perspective. She's determined to rescue her two worlds and the people and netherlings she loves. Even if it means challenging Queen Red to a final battle of wills and wiles . . . and even if the only way to Wonderland, now that the rabbit hole is closed, is through the looking-glass world--a parallel dimension filled with mutated and violent netherling outcasts. In the final installment of the wildly popular Splintered trilogy, Alyssa and her dad journey into the heart of magic and mayhem in search of her mom and to set right all that's gone wrong. Together with Jeb and Morpheus, they must salvage Wonderland from the decay and destruction that has ensnared it. But if they succeed and come out alive, can everyone truly have their happily ever after?
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Now on to the post!
Welcome to day two of the Ensnared in a Winter Wonderland Tour!
Today, Jeb and his sister, Jenara, are sitting at their kitchen table, discussing book three and the significance of harlequins, monarch butterflies, and cameos.
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Jenara: Okay, bro of mine. I’ve got a favor to ask. But first check out my latest design. A tribute to your fabulous book cover. *slaps down a fashion sketch next to Jeb’s cover art*
Jeb: *rubs labret* Uhhh. The dress is great. But I’m not so sure about those butterflies. *shudders* And the girl’s makeup? Not the best way to get on my good side, sis. You know how much I hated wearing that jester junk for the photo shoot. It took them over an hour to glue those gems on, and another hour to peel them off without tearing away my skin. *cringes*
Jenara: *green eyes twinkling mischievously* Aw, come on. You looked hot as an elfin-harlequin. All the girls are swooning over the cover. Doesn’t that make it worth it?
Jeb: *pushes her sketch back across the table and raises an eyebrow* There’s only one girl I want to impress.
Jenara: Right. As I recall, Al was drooling all over you when you came home from the shoot . . . pretty sure her elfin worship continued after you shut your bedroom door, considering how smeared your makeup was when you two came back out.
Jeb: *slants a gaze at his cover art, smiling* No comment. So, what’s the favor?
Jenara: Well, seeing as you have such a big part in the story this time around, I was wondering if there’s any way you could pull some strings and get me in? I could play your zany harlequin twin. We’ll be the foils to the creeper Twid Sisters. Tell your publisher I’ll make our costumes, free of charge.
Jeb: *taps a thumb against the table* You don’t understand, J. There’s nothing funny about this harlequin role. I’m not sure you’d like the gory aspects of it. I even had a little trouble myself. And Al totally freaked out until she got used to it. *looks thoughtful, then green eyes light up* But . . . there may be another way to fit you in. Even Mom, if you’re both willing to settle for a cameo? And no costumes required.
Jenara: *grinning ear to ear* I’ll take whatever I can get.
Jeb: *grins back* Okay. But remember . . . you asked for it.
Jenara: Um, that sounds ominous. *giggles nervously*
Jeb: It should. Because AnyElsewhere is one of the vilest worlds I’ve ever seen.
Jenara: *gulps* Just promise me there won’t be any bloodshed in our cameo.
Jeb: *frowns tentatively* I can promise you won’t mind it if there is.
Jenara: Not sure what that means, but . . . *takes a deep breath* you got a deal. *sticks out palm*
Jeb: *shakes hands* Awesome. How about, to seal it, you make us some of Mom’s famous chocolate chip cookies, huh? *narrows eyes and pauses* Oh. Wow.
Jenara: What?
Jeb: I just thought of a way for Mom’s cookies to have a cameo, too.
Jenara: *frowning* How is it possible for food to have a cameo?
Jeb: This book is about the impossible, sis. As you’ll soon find out for yourself. *winks*
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Cryptic, huh? In just a few weeks, you’ll get to see what Jeb came up with for Jenara’s cameo. And in honor of her harlequin-inspired fashion line, the INTL prize today is this harlequin/ragdoll zippered bag:
INTL prize (8.25" x 5", artwork by Amy Brown) |
Also, don’t forget, for the domestic participants, you can try for a chance at 10 Ensnared hardbacks!
Check out the rafflecopters below for entry options, and see you tomorrow at All the Write Notes for day three of the tour where I’ll be revealing four songs from the Official Ensnared playlist, along with more chances to win!
About A.G.:
A.G. Howard was inspired to write SPLINTERED while working at a
school library. She always wondered what would've happened had the subtle
creepiness of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland taken center stage, and she
hopes her darker and funkier tribute to Carroll will inspire readers to seek
out the stories that won her heart as a child.
When she's not writing, A.G.'s pastimes are reading, rollerblading, gardening, and family vacations which often include impromptu side trips to 18th century graveyards or condemned schoolhouses to appease her overactive muse.
When she's not writing, A.G.'s pastimes are reading, rollerblading, gardening, and family vacations which often include impromptu side trips to 18th century graveyards or condemned schoolhouses to appease her overactive muse.
Giveaway Details:
(10) winners will receive a hardcover of ENSNARED. US Only.
(1) winner will receive t he harlequin/ragdoll zippered bag INTL.
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Check out the Tour Schedule for more awesome posts!
12/1/2014- Fiktshun- Morpheus
Post
12/2/2014- Two Chicks on Books- Jeb Post
12/3/2014- All The Write Notes- Playlist
12/4/2014- Adventures of a Book Junkie- Jeb Post
12/5/2014- Dark Faerie Tales- Ch 1 Reveal
I honestly can't wait to read this book!! (: So excited!
ReplyDeleteLOVE the SPLINTERED series! And I agree, Jacklynn...can't WAIT for ENSNARED! YAY!
ReplyDeleteAhhh cant wait to keep reading more!!! Yay ENSNARED!!
ReplyDeleteTHIS BOOK. YES!!
ReplyDeleteI cannot wait for the world to get their hands on this one.
Can't wait to get my hands on its smooth cover :) The need to read this book is making me crazy!!!
ReplyDeleteBeen waiting for this book since the moment the second one came out! Only a month left to go....
ReplyDeleteI am DYING to get my hands on this book! Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteAhhhh! I cannot wait to get my hands on this book. I need more Morpheus! And I love these covers...so gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteUgh i need Ensnared NOW! I love her books especially Morpheus c: These covers are so gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI am so intrigued by this intrigued by this series. I haven't started it yet, waiting until I have a good chunk of time to really savor them. I also love the covers. Thanks for the chance! :)
ReplyDeleteOops, I stuttered. LOL
DeleteThis is clearly not my day (I'm trying to work)! I'm U.S., but I partially entered the international giveaway too. Sorry.
DeleteKristy, the INTL contest is for anyone! So go ahead and enter. We call it INTL because U.S. citizens and those from other countries are all eligible. ;)
DeleteI loved the first book and I can't wait to read the other two! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI'm a bit nervous for Jen....
ReplyDeleteAnd that drawing of her is awesome. I love it.
I cannot wait for this to come out! I loved the first two! :D
ReplyDeleteThis is going to be so gooooood!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI am SO excited for this book! I NEED to see Alyssa and Morpheus together! #TeamMorpheus <3
ReplyDeleteOMG, I looove Jenara! Can't wai't for Ensnared <3
ReplyDeleteI CANT CHOOSE BETWEEN JEB AND MORPHEUS! I have an Alyssa problem on my hands.
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ReplyDeleteOne month to go. I can't wait to read this book!
ReplyDeleteI am really looking forward to reading this series!! :D
ReplyDeleteOMG THAT CONVERSATION GOT ME SOOOOOOOOOOOO PUMPED I CANT WAIT FOR THIS BOOK TO COME OUT AHHHHHHHH :D
ReplyDeleteWHOOP WHOOP cant wait!
ReplyDeleteSOOOOOOO EXCITED! Ever since I finished Unhinged, I've been craving this book BAD! I love all of the creepy, mad characters. Plus, I adore the zippered bag! So fun!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to read this! All the covers are beautiful!!!
ReplyDeleteSo excited for this book!!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait for Ensnared! I've never read a series quite like Splintered:) Everything in it just makes me happy (hehe... Morpheus)
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to read this book, but I hate for the series to end. Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteThis series is awesome. I love being able to connect with mythological characters.
ReplyDeleteso excited about this book it is going to be amazing
ReplyDeleteREALLY LOVING THIS BOOK TOUR
ReplyDeleteLoooved reading that convo, but it's making the wait for the book sheer torture!!!
ReplyDeleteI haven’t gotten to Unhinged yet, but Splintered was SO GOOD. Can’t wait to read the rest of the series :D thanks for the great giveaway!
ReplyDeleteRabiah (name on Rafflecopter)
I am so excited to read Ensnared! I honestly stumbled across your books by accident Splintered showed up in my mail as a mis-sent book I paid for it and read it. I fell in love! Unhinged was next and the love still flows. Thank you for an amazing set of books!
ReplyDeleteI loved the interview. the bag is gorgeous! Thank you so much for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteCaný wait to read this book!!! ♥
ReplyDeleteI have read it and it is stellar!! I cannot wait for all of my other blogging buddies to read it so we can discuss the ending! Thank-you for hosting this tour stop and for the extra give away. :)
ReplyDeleteCant Wait! :D
ReplyDeleteI AM ABSOULUTELY IN LOVE WITH THIS TRILOGY... THANK YOU A.G. HOWARD FOR CREATING SOMETHING SO AMAZING!
ReplyDeleteCOVER love right here!!!
ReplyDeleteThe cover of Ensnared is incredible (as with the others in the series). I'm so excited to read this one. Splintered and Unhinged were brilliant!! :D
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(Alisha Sienkiel in rafflecopter)
ReplyDeleteI haven't started this series yet but I have had it on my TBR for a while. I really like the cover on Ensnared! Thanks for the chance! :)
I really enjoyed the first 2 books and I can't wait to read this one.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to read this! So excited for it to finally be on my shelves!
ReplyDeletecan't wait to indulge into this series! :>
ReplyDeleteExcited for this, so that I can finally binge read this series.
ReplyDeletecant wait to read this one
ReplyDeleteI want to read this one so badly!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the giveaway! These books have the most awesome covers!
ReplyDeleteI have a huge Alice In Wonderland obsession, but this series is by far one of my favorite interpretations/retellings. I can't wait to read more!
ReplyDeleteI love the conversation between Jeb and Jenara! Thank you for the giveaway
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