Yesterday, the cover for the first book in Marie Lu’s latest series, Warcross, was revealed, and the internet exploded. We’ve attempted to round up all of the great things fans were saying, and the even more amazing visuals they’ve created, but it was SO HARD TO CHOOSE. Read on to learn more about Warcross and see what the fans are saying! Plus, don’t forget to read the first chapter here!
About the book:
For the millions who log in every day, Warcross isn’t just a game—it’s a way of life. The obsession started ten years ago and its fan base now spans the globe, some eager to escape from reality and others hoping to make a profit. Struggling to make ends meet, teenage hacker Emika Chen works as a bounty hunter, tracking down players who bet on the game illegally. But the bounty-hunting world is a competitive one, and survival has not been easy. Needing to make some quick cash, Emika takes a risk and hacks into the opening game of the international Warcross Championships—only to accidentally glitch herself into the action and become an overnight sensation.
Convinced she’s going to be arrested, Emika is shocked when instead she gets a call from the game’s creator, the elusive young billionaire Hideo Tanaka, with an irresistible offer. He needs a spy on the inside of this year’s tournament in order to uncover a security problem . . . and he wants Emika for the job. With no time to lose, Emika’s whisked off to Tokyo and thrust into a world of fame and fortune that she’s only dreamed of. But soon her investigation uncovers a sinister plot, with major consequences for the entire Warcross empire.
In this sci-fi thriller, #1 New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu conjures an immersive, exhilarating world where choosing who to trust may be the biggest gamble of all.
I want to eat this.
(this is my highest form of compliment, by the way) https://t.co/LqbRrmLRIq
— Brendan Reichs (@BrendanReichs) March 9, 2017
Well, that’s one way to say you love it.
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@Marie_Lu This is me after seeing the Warcross cover!!! pic.twitter.com/rGDmbuPi5n
— Maria Fatima
(@SuperFatimae) March 10, 2017
Same tbh.
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Currently reading #Warcross ‘s excerpt. I’m on the verge of exploding from excitement and joy. @Marie_Lu
— Niks (@claradominique_) March 9, 2017
Yaaaas, all the gamer vibes.
Everyone please at the cover of my next new favorite book! @Marie_Lu, you beautiful genius. https://t.co/Cdc5cfO0oG
— Lauren DeStefano (@LaurenDeStefano) March 9, 2017
Next new favorite book! We love it.
October is indeed TOO FAR AWAY.
We’ve got a Marie Lu fan over here!
This cover is blowing my mind https://t.co/gy1QW0Ryok
— Brandi M Ziegler (@BrandiMZiegler) March 10, 2017
OH. MY. GOD. IM CRYING, THIS IS BEAUTIFUL https://t.co/fkWo6y1vZ2
— ☾ (@jennthongg) March 10, 2017
Omg the colors
@PenguinTeen @Marie_Lu WHOA. That is seriously
gorgeous!
— Megan Shepherd (@megan_shepherd) March 9, 2017
This is literally so beautiful and colorful we cannot even.
I want it in my hands right now https://t.co/cujUBeInam
— 愛, Natalia Wiki (@SailorNattyWiki) March 10, 2017
Most anticipated
release
I LOVE THIS MORE THAN LIFE ITSELF @Marie_Lu https://t.co/LMFA6oOCIs
— Carli (@carliMAREE) March 9, 2017
Us to Warcross rn: ILY
@Marie_Lu No words can explain how excited I am! The first chapter was amazing and I can wait to read the rest! #Warcross
— EMILY ROMO (@EmilyRoseRomo) March 9, 2017
YAAAAS, that first chapter thoooo.
Reading + gaming = ️
Don’t forget to check out the cover and read the first chapter here!