On Delayed Releases

Craving a sequel -
books shouldn't keep me waiting!
Release date is when?

Incredulity!
It's been available for
years across the sea!

Get with it, US -
I'm not appreciative
of extreme delays.

I know I shouldn't bitch, as readers in the UK and Australia often have to wait far longer for book releases than we do, but really? Delaying two years for the US edition of a book? The second book I'm craving has been out in Australia for two years!