Tuesday, June 19, 2012

WOW #28





I'm waiting on

 Uses for Boys

Uses For Boys by Erica Lorraine Scheidt
Expected Release Date 2013


If you give boys what they want, they give you what you need. Right?

Anna remembers a time before boys, when she was little and everything made sense. When she and her mom were a family, just the two of them against the world. But now her mom’s gone most of the time, chasing the next marriage, the next stepfather. And Anna has learned a new way to make sense of the world. A way to fill her empty afternoons, her empty house. Anna discovers that boys – from Desmond to Joey, from Todd to Sam - can make you feel less alone.

Everyone at school has heard about Anna and the boys; everyone calls her a slut. Anna’s only friend, Toy, is a girl like her. Toy is a master at using boys, who seems to get everything she wants from them. Anna longs to be Toy, to have Toy’s romantic life, because even when Anna gives boys what they want, she still fails to get what she needs.

When Anna loses Sam, a boy who is more than just useful, a boy so perfect that even Toy could be jealous, she discovers the truth about Toy’s stories – and a truth about herself. That no matter what she barters or gives away, she still has to confront herself – the child inside that’s spent her life yearning for family, belonging and affection. Now, with so much of what she thought true proven to be a lie, Anna finally takes a new look at herself and her life. Could there be a different way of seeing boys? And could she, for the first time, find the strength to take her destiny in her own hands?

Why I'm Waiting?
The cover is so pretty! So many books have the guy be the
"user" so it's nice to see the roles reversed to mix things up a bit. Should be an interesting story seeing Anna change and fall for Sam.


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47 comments:

  1. Nereyda @Nick and Nereydas Infinite BooklistJune 19, 2012 at 7:18 PM

    Omg, I cannot freaking wait for this book. Sounds so different than most ya books out there. And the cover is gorgeous! Too bad it comes out 2013 :( awesome pick! Was thinking of picking this book this week too...

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  2. Michelles Paranormal Vault Of BooksJune 19, 2012 at 8:30 PM

    wow, that sounds amazing, good pick. :) Here is my WoW Post

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  3. Teresa Mary RoseJune 19, 2012 at 10:15 PM

    This book sounds so different and o-so good!

    Great pick! My WoW

    Teresa

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  4. TabbyJune 19, 2012 at 10:17 PM

    Holy sheesh! This is the first time I am hearing of this one, but I will now be awaiting its release! :) Thanks for sharing :)

    Happy Reading! :)
    Check out my WoW Post :)
    Tabby @Insightful Minds & IM Design Studio

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  5. JenniferJune 19, 2012 at 10:33 PM

    This looks soooo good. Loved that summary and adding to my TBR list, asap! Thanks for sharing :)

    Jennifer @ Dream Reads

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  6. Obsession with BooksJune 19, 2012 at 10:35 PM

    This book sounds great! thank-you for sharing :)

    My WoW, http://obsessionwithbooks.blogspot.com.au/2012/06/waiting-on-wednesday-dark-light-by-sara.html

    Have a nice week!

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  7. UnknownJune 19, 2012 at 10:47 PM

    That cover is Phenomenal! Love this already! Added to my TBR!

    My WOW!
    Happy Wednesday!

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  8. JessiraeJune 20, 2012 at 1:00 AM

    Hell to the YES. I'm extremely excited to read this one too. I don't remember how or when I came upon this book, but with that amazing cover and exceptional summary to go with it, I was a goner! I am dreaded the long wait we have for this one Jenn. LOL. I think we can manage though ;) Wonderful pick!!

    Jessirae @ Words, Pages, and Books
    My WoW

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  9. roroJune 20, 2012 at 1:58 AM

    i had this added on goodreads for a time now, just needed to see the cover/wow/ wooh
    need need need it
    love contemp and does sound different
    gr8 wow


    WOW

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  10. Escapism FanaticJune 20, 2012 at 2:16 AM

    The cover looks so pretty and I love how the girl seems to be using the guys.
    My WOW

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  11. AleksandraJune 20, 2012 at 3:12 AM

    Great pick, sounds really interesting & I'll add it on my wishlist!

    I hope you'll fix your laptop soon :)

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  12. testJune 20, 2012 at 3:17 AM

    this is new to me... adding it on the pile ;) aweome pick!

    My WoW picks

    ~Jay
    We Fancy Books

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  13. UnknownJune 20, 2012 at 3:53 AM

    Very nice! and the tables turn.. Love it :)

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  14. Kari Po-Ku ▲June 20, 2012 at 4:01 AM

    I'm not into this kind of books, but I'm sure my friend will enjoy this one. I will recommend this to her. Thanks for sharing! :D

    Thanks for dropping by! Happy reading! ^^
    Kari Po-Ku Reads

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  15. BeckyJune 20, 2012 at 4:20 AM

    Not heard of this book before but I am very much intrigued. Great pick.

    Thanks for stopping by my WoW.

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  16. Jessica @ a GREAT readJune 20, 2012 at 4:42 AM

    Haven't heard of this one either! Hope you love it once you read it!

    Here's my WoW

    Have a GREAT day!

    Old Follower :)

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  17. SarahJune 20, 2012 at 4:45 AM

    This is the first I've heard of this book and I'm very intrigued I shall definitely be checking this out.
    Great pick, thanks for stopping by.

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  18. Grace FonsecaJune 20, 2012 at 4:53 AM

    What a great Wow pick. I love the cover. Always love seeing some romance.

    Grace

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  19. UnknownJune 20, 2012 at 4:54 AM

    Now that is something I'd definitely want to read. Thank you Jen for sharing! I hadn't heard of it before, but it sounds like my kind of book :)

    Thanks for stopping by my WOW this week.

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  20. starryeyedjenJune 20, 2012 at 5:10 AM

    Haven't seen this one around, but my first thought was, "I could think of a few "Uses for Boys"." Bahaha.

    Thanks for stopping by my WoW post. Happy Wednesday! :D

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  21. Kimberly @ Caffeinated ReviewerJune 20, 2012 at 5:47 AM

    wow..this one is new to me, and the synopsis sounds interesting. Great pick! Thanks for sharing it and for stopping by My WoW

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  22. AnonymousJune 20, 2012 at 6:36 AM

    Sounds like an interesting read ! I've never heard of it so thank you for sharing. :)
    Great pick, Jennifer.

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  23. Wordsmith PublicityJune 20, 2012 at 6:44 AM

    I really want to read this one too. I love the cover!

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  24. danicapageJune 20, 2012 at 6:46 AM

    Wow! This looks great. I'm going to have to check this out. Thanks for sharing.

    Check out my Waiting on Wednesday here.

    ~Danica Page
    Taking It One Page at a Time

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  25. Suzanne (Parabooklover)June 20, 2012 at 6:53 AM

    So many good contemps coming out lately. Sounds good. And I love the cover.

    Thanks for stopping by my WoW

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  26. KristaJune 20, 2012 at 7:23 AM

    This one definitely sounds like an original contemp. The cover is a plus as well. The only concern I have is that there is a character named "Toy". That may throw me off a bit, lol :) Great pick!
    my WoW

    Krista @ Nawanda Files

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  27. Ann @ Tea And TextJune 20, 2012 at 7:50 AM

    Wow this sounds like a really interesting read! Thanks for sharing!

    My WoW

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  28. UnknownJune 20, 2012 at 8:17 AM

    Great pick! I already have it on my TNT. Gorgeous cover. Thanks for sharing!

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  29. KatieJune 20, 2012 at 8:40 AM

    This sounds like an interesting book. I'll have to add it to my TBR.

    My WOW: http://breathofbooks.blogspot.com/

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  30. UnknownJune 20, 2012 at 8:40 AM

    The cover is absolutely stunning. I can't wait to read this! :)

    Shortskie's WoW

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  31. Sara @ Forever 17 BooksJune 20, 2012 at 8:53 AM

    I haven't heard of this one before but I just added it to my TBR! Great pick! :)

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  32. AnonymousJune 20, 2012 at 8:55 AM

    Enjoy your pick.

    http://tributebooksmama.blogspot.com/2012/06/waiting-on-wednesday_20.html

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  33. Maja (The Nocturnal Library)June 20, 2012 at 9:19 AM

    You are so right, Jennifer, the cover is GORGEOUS! I can't stop looking at it. Can't wait for this one. Great pick!

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  34. Adriana CJune 20, 2012 at 10:52 AM

    This books sounds really good, I need to add it to my TBR.
    thanks for sharing.
    My WOW

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  35. SanaJune 20, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    I don't know how I feel about it, will probably read it.

    Here's my WoW!

    Sana @ artsy musings of a bibliophile

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  36. bookworm105June 20, 2012 at 12:11 PM

    I love the sound of the premises! I have to say i agree to what you have said. And i also love the cover! I'm definitley adding this to my TBR pile.

    Great pick! =D

    Check out my here!

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  37. Annabelle Marie VeronicaJune 20, 2012 at 1:01 PM

    Awesome choice, Jennifer! I hadn't heard of this one before, but now that I have, I want to get my hands on it SOON. It sounds really interesting. You have have the most amazing WoW picks!

    And thank you so much for stopping by! I really appreciate it :)

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  38. HeatherJune 20, 2012 at 1:10 PM

    I also love this cover too! It sounds so good too.

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  39. Michelle SantiagoJune 20, 2012 at 2:23 PM

    i love romantic contemps. this is my kind of book. great pick :)

    My WoW this week.

    -michelle

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  40. Jude HendersonJune 20, 2012 at 2:30 PM

    I really like the sound of this one, hadn't heard of it before, Great WOW, Definitely adding this to my TBR :)

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  41. Vicky @ A Backpack Full of AdventuresJune 20, 2012 at 3:18 PM

    It's SO gorgeous! I love all those fairy lights :) And it sounds like a great story! I don't think I've heard of it before so thanks for the info!

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  42. UnknownJune 20, 2012 at 4:27 PM

    I just added this one to my TBR list! It sounds so different, and you're right, the cover is amazing. Great pick!

    Thanks for stopping by!

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  43. JenniferJune 20, 2012 at 6:31 PM

    New to me! This sounds intense and that cover is beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

    Jennifer @ Feminist Fairy Tale Reviews
    http://feministfairytalereviews.blogspot.com/2012/06/waiting-on-wednesay-22-greta-and-goblin.html

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  44. LenaJune 20, 2012 at 8:25 PM

    I like this book mostly because of its cover :) it sound very cute though :)
    thanks for sharing!!
    my WoW is http://ilovebooksclub101.blogspot.com/2012/06/waiting-on-wednesday-4.html

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  45. Miss Vain's Paranormal FantasyJune 21, 2012 at 12:47 AM

    Hi Jennifer ;)

    This book sounds great, yet I've never heard of it before! Hope it's awesome!! Old follower :)
    Thank you for visiting my wow!! Hope your having a fantastic week!!:) xoxo

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  46. newshadeofgreenJune 21, 2012 at 1:10 PM

    WOW, this book sounds fantastic! I hadn't heard of it before now, and it is soooo going on my TBR! I love the cover, love the idea of the girl being the user for a change and growing from her mistakes.... Can't wait! Here’s my WoW post!
    ~ Jen @ A Book and a Latte

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  47. UnknownJune 21, 2012 at 9:08 PM

    Another book I have not heard of but it sounds great!

    New Follower! :)

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