Plot Summary: After her father is killed in a fire that started because her supposed buddies, the five, couldn't keep their muderous instincts to themselves, Vivian's fed up with the werewolf pack she belongs to and just wants to be normal for awhile. Despite all of the five pursuing her, she decides to take up with Aiden, a sweet and sensitive "meat boy". Things seem to be going great and for the first time in a long time she's able to laugh and enjoy herself. She's not haunted by the death of her father, the provocative behavior of her mother or the growing tensions of a pack with no leader when she's with Aiden. But, there's one part of herself she can't share with Aiden, it's forbidden to show her dual nature to someone outside of the pack. But the more time she spends with Aiden, the more she's sure he would understand. He's definitely different, she's sure of it.
Critical Evaluation: Annette Curtis Klause does the unbelievable and she makes the concerns of a teenage werewolf seem just like the concerns of a regular teen who's worried about who will ask her to prom. Vivian is a strong and vulnerable lead who readers will root for form the minute they are introduced to her. As she follows her path to try to find where she fits in the world, readers will grow along with her and start to question their own urges and feelings. Curtis Klause is a master in this genre and her titles are always hotly anticipated and immediately devoured by fans everywhere. Wonderful storytelling combined with unique, well developed characters is always a recipe for success, and that's the case here.
Reader's Annotation: After her father is killed in a fire that she thinks she could have prevented, Vivian's not so sure she wants to be a werewolf anymore. But, what choice does she have?
About the Author: Annette Curtis Klause is a children's librarian in Maryland and her full time job has slowed her novel production. Writes in the paranormal genre.
Born in England in 1953, emigrated to America as a teenager. Received her BA and MLS from the University of Maryland in 1976 and 1978 respectively.
Information retreived from Something About the Author Database
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Curriculum Ties: N/A
Booktalking Ideas: Can you think of a modern promotion that's like the werewolves policy of pack fighting to find a new leader?
Reading Level: 12+
Interest Age: 14+
Challenge Issues: Sexually Explicit, Paranormal
Challenge Response: Tie to other classic titles that have paranormal elements and showcase literary quality.
Why is This Title Included: From the well regarded author this is a great take on werewolves, with the not often seen female werewolves taking center stage.
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