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lunelis's review against another edition
2.0
This book has a lot of qualities I loathe in my books.
1) Quirky heroine who wears gaudy Hot Topic outfits, paints converse, restores vintage cars, and skateboards and is also from a mega wealthy family but doesn't act like it because she's just so awesome that her family's wealth has affected her 0%. It's like the author was trying to slap Lucy with every cliche quirky girl quality possible but also let her have like a Rich People Life for some reason.
2) Lots of cringe-filled modern language that immediately tells me the author isn't actually in the know regarding how 20 year olds act and talk.
3) Instant soul-mate lust bond nonsense; like they're immediately all "I feel so deeply and intimately for you it's like I was made for you, I love you I want to be with you forever.
Also, this says for 16+ but this reads like an urban fantasy written for like 40 year old Kindle clutching moms more than an older teen or college demographic because the sentiments expressed by Lucy, who is 20, are very much akin to a much older woman. Like, at 25 I don't find her relatable so I doubt a 16-20 year old reader would. So I'm sort of confused as to what demographic this was really for.
The story, overall, just wasn't great for me. I thought the idea might be fun but it unfolds very fast and was made almost uncomfortable for me to read because the dialogue was cringey and made me wince every time these 20 and 21 year old girls started spewing random slang like it's at all how people actually talk. It feels like the attempt of someone much older trying to seem like they understand young adults and that's just... my antithesis. Bleh.
The ending has me mildly curious as to where the direction of the rest of the series will go but also I'm just like... I don't have it in me to read another bad book.
I wouldn't recommend it, personally. There are definitely way better werewolf series out there.
1) Quirky heroine who wears gaudy Hot Topic outfits, paints converse, restores vintage cars, and skateboards and is also from a mega wealthy family but doesn't act like it because she's just so awesome that her family's wealth has affected her 0%. It's like the author was trying to slap Lucy with every cliche quirky girl quality possible but also let her have like a Rich People Life for some reason.
2) Lots of cringe-filled modern language that immediately tells me the author isn't actually in the know regarding how 20 year olds act and talk.
3) Instant soul-mate lust bond nonsense; like they're immediately all "I feel so deeply and intimately for you it's like I was made for you, I love you I want to be with you forever.
Also, this says for 16+ but this reads like an urban fantasy written for like 40 year old Kindle clutching moms more than an older teen or college demographic because the sentiments expressed by Lucy, who is 20, are very much akin to a much older woman. Like, at 25 I don't find her relatable so I doubt a 16-20 year old reader would. So I'm sort of confused as to what demographic this was really for.
The story, overall, just wasn't great for me. I thought the idea might be fun but it unfolds very fast and was made almost uncomfortable for me to read because the dialogue was cringey and made me wince every time these 20 and 21 year old girls started spewing random slang like it's at all how people actually talk. It feels like the attempt of someone much older trying to seem like they understand young adults and that's just... my antithesis. Bleh.
The ending has me mildly curious as to where the direction of the rest of the series will go but also I'm just like... I don't have it in me to read another bad book.
I wouldn't recommend it, personally. There are definitely way better werewolf series out there.
auburnedge's review against another edition
4.0
Just the right amount of cliffhanger
This was not at all what i expected. The story was well thought out and dramatic. The ending was enough to want you to read the next book.
My only problem is the same cherry suckers. Did it need to be mentioned every 2 pages?
This was not at all what i expected. The story was well thought out and dramatic. The ending was enough to want you to read the next book.
My only problem is the same cherry suckers. Did it need to be mentioned every 2 pages?
fmcfranny's review against another edition
5.0
I started this thinking I would read a few chapters before going to bed. And then I was done the book and moving on to book two without sleep. It ended up being more interesting than I had originally thought. I enjoyed the characters, plot and setting. A good read for sure.
stb2012's review against another edition
5.0
Oh my wow! Just like any other book this author knows how to drag me along for the ride! I really didn’t like little red riding hood but this book wow! It was so hard to put this down! Ugh I can’t wait for the next book!
mjluckett's review
5.0
I was not sure what to expect from this book... It was written by Stephany Wallace, therefore it's a must read for me....
I ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT!!! Hooked me from page One.
Lucy is one quirky character...
I sense many secrets yet to be unearthed in future books, and I cannot wait.
I ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT!!! Hooked me from page One.
Lucy is one quirky character...
I sense many secrets yet to be unearthed in future books, and I cannot wait.
auburnedge's review
4.0
Just the right amount of cliffhanger
This was not at all what i expected. The story was well thought out and dramatic. The ending was enough to want you to read the next book.
My only problem is the same cherry suckers. Did it need to be mentioned every 2 pages?
This was not at all what i expected. The story was well thought out and dramatic. The ending was enough to want you to read the next book.
My only problem is the same cherry suckers. Did it need to be mentioned every 2 pages?
the_novel_reader's review
4.0
This is the first book in a brand-new series.
This book is a new take on the classic fairy tale, Little Red Riding Hood. I really enjoyed how fresh and new the werewolves seemed in this story.
It was hard to put this book once I started reading. I was invested in this story from page. I loved the writing style and flow that Ms. Wallace seems to perfect. Her writings are always engaging and keep my interest throughout the book without getting bogged down by too many details or new plot twists. Ms. Wallace’s books are always page turners.
This book was intriguing and full of mystery, suspense and humor!
Lucy is such a strong-willed character and I loved her feisty and sassy personality. Will is obviously an alpha male, you could feel him smoldering throughout the book. I love these two together and their chemistry is undeniable.
This book does end on a massive cliffhanger, and I am not so patiently waiting for the next installment!
This book is a new take on the classic fairy tale, Little Red Riding Hood. I really enjoyed how fresh and new the werewolves seemed in this story.
It was hard to put this book once I started reading. I was invested in this story from page. I loved the writing style and flow that Ms. Wallace seems to perfect. Her writings are always engaging and keep my interest throughout the book without getting bogged down by too many details or new plot twists. Ms. Wallace’s books are always page turners.
This book was intriguing and full of mystery, suspense and humor!
Lucy is such a strong-willed character and I loved her feisty and sassy personality. Will is obviously an alpha male, you could feel him smoldering throughout the book. I love these two together and their chemistry is undeniable.
This book does end on a massive cliffhanger, and I am not so patiently waiting for the next installment!
2tnwalkers's review
2.0
States 16+ and FMC was 20, but read more like FMC was 15. Too young reader oriented, especially to list this book as a likeness to SJM books.