Never Cry Werewolf by Heather Davis

June 22, 2009

When Shelby's father and evil stepmother send her off to "brat camp" as punishment for one too many broken curfews, things start looking up when she meets fellow camper (and son of a rock star!) Austin Bridges III. But soon Shelby realizes there's more to Austin than crush material--he wants her help guarding a dark family secret. Shelby knows that bad boys get her into trouble...but who is she to turn her back on a guy in need, especially such a good-looking one?

I've been wanting to read this book ever since I saw the cover. I just love the Little Red Riding Hood reference, not to mention anything werewolf is hot, hot, hot right now! Thankfully it reads as good as it looks and I was not disappointed.

Shelby isn't a bad kid, or even misunderstood, she's basically trying to get her dad's attention and ends up being ousted by her stepmother who just wants her out of the way. At least while at "brat camp" she makes a few new friends and is distracted from her misery as she tries to help Austin guard his family secret (and develops a crush in the process.) In the meantime and despite rebelling against her counseling sessions, Shelby even learns a little about herself and starts to resolve the feelings she hasn't talked to anyone about since her mothers death.

So there you have it, a great paranormal romance where our heroine learns a little about life, love and growing up. I am also going throw it out there and say...I think I smell a sequel???

If you know fans of Twilight, Evermore and anything paranormal...get this book! Best suited for middle school on up.

Release date June 2009
Score: 4 points