I bought my Aura direct from Kobo a few weeks ago and it was a slow, agonizing wait for it to arrive. But once it did I can honestly say it was worth every second. I absolutely love this thing. My wife, who has been reading on her Nook ST (like mine, with no light) was totally skeptical and thought I was silly for wanting a new ereader. To say that she was won over is an understatement. So I need to get her one now.
Fortunately, a local bookstore here in Denver (Tattered Cover) whom I had contacted originally about purchasing mine (only to discover they didn't carry them) has emailed me back and said that they are getting some in shortly and they are holding one for me for pickup as soon as they come in. So local stores around the country should have them soon I'd imagine.
My wife is now the one waiting anxiously.
