'Waiting on Wednesday' is an event where I feature an upcoming book that I am extra excited about. I love doing this, letting the 'word' spread about authors and series that I enjoy. Hope you'll stop by often and see what I'm 'waiting' on!
The book I'm waiting on this week is a bit out of my wheelhouse. However, the cover caught my eye and the description was also interesting. Plus, the author, Nikki Erlick, is also the author of The Measure, which I have not read as yet, but it's one of the books that the afternoon book group I'm a part of is considering reading for the second half of 2025. We'll see if it gets voted in. I do think that I will read The Measure regardless. Have you read The Measure and/or discussed it with other readers or a book group? And, what do you think about the description of The Poppy Fields? Oh, The Poppy Fields is also going to be one of those books that has the sprayed edges and illustrated end pages. That seems to be such a big things these days.
by Nikki Erlick
Publication Date: June 17th
From the New York Times bestselling author of the smash-hit The Measure—a runaway bestseller and a Read with Jenna TODAY Show pick—comes a stunning speculative story of healing, self-discovery, forgiveness, and found friendship.
Welcome to the Poppy Fields, where there’s hope for even the most battered hearts to heal.
Here, in a remote stretch of the California desert, lies an experimental and controversial treatment center that allows those suffering from the heartache of loss to sleep through their pain...and keep on sleeping. After patients awaken from this prolonged state of slumber, they will finally be healed. But only if they’re willing to accept the potential shadowy side effects.
On a journey to this mystical destination are four very different strangers and one little dog: Ava, a book illustrator; Ray, a fireman; Sasha, an occupational therapist; Sky, a free spirit; and a friendly pup named PJ. As they attempt to make their way from the Midwest all the way west to the Poppy Fields—where they hope to find Ellis, its brilliant, enigmatic founder—each of their past secrets and mysterious motivations threaten to derail their voyage.
A high-concept speculative novel about heartache, hope, and human resilience, The Poppy Fields explores the path of grief and healing, a journey at once profoundly universal and unique to every person, posing the questions: How do we heal in the wake of great loss? And how far are we willing to go in order to be healed?
I've read The Measure and really liked it. It's such a compelling read! I loved how Erlick handled everything in it; it's a book that'll make you think but entertain you at the same time.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing that, Lark! I was wondering if the storyline was kind of like Liane Moriarty's newest. Guess I'll see when I get it read.
DeleteI think I would like both The Measure and The Poppy Fields. So I would probably start with The Measure, since it will be a more reasonable price if I buy it somewhere. The cover for Poppy Fields is very nice.
ReplyDeleteI agree about the cover. Yes, The Measure has been out for a while and so very well might be at one of those book sales that you attend, Tracy.
DeleteI don't know either of these books or the author but am really intrigued by The Poppy Fields. What a fascinating concept for a book.
ReplyDeleteI thought it was quite interesting, Cath. I hope to get to read it in upcoming months.
DeleteThere are definitely some interesting elements to the blurb! I wonder what the side effects are.
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts exactly, Angela.
DeleteThe blurb doesn't really grab me but if it has sprayed edges I make no problems when I'm in the bookstore. I can't resist a pretty sprayed edge.
ReplyDeleteI agree that those colorful edges are very eye-catching. I always kind of wonder if those came about because of the trend of turning books with pages out and the spines turned inward. Never understood that myself. How do you know what book you're picking up - ha!
DeleteI like the idea of sleeping your troubles away...but there's always a catch, I think...
ReplyDeleteExactly - guess I'll have to read it to find out the answer - ha!
DeleteI read and liked The Measure, but it's not one that I loved. I did get an ARC (on audio) of this new one, so we'll see how I like it.
ReplyDeleteI'll be interested to hear what you think, Les. I'm going to try to read The Measure whether the book group selects it or not. More to come...
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