Christine Johnson's "Claire de Lune"

Once in a while, I will throw in a random YA review as well. Despite being 27 (*gasp*), I still read YA books. They’re usually quick, easy reads when I don’t have a lot of time or have a lot on my mind. I happened to pick up Christine Johnson’s "Claire de Lune" a few months back and am just now getting to the review (I will be more prompt now that I am attempting to blog regularly). This particular book drew me in by its amazing cover art. It is an exceptionally pretty book. It was extremely well-written and will appeal to teens and adults alike. The characters are well formed and you immediately relate to Claire as she realizes she is being thrown into the world of the supernatural--on her 16th birthday, she is told she is a werewolf. Claire soon meets Matthew, who she turns to as a string of lycanthropy attacks in the area threatens to cause panic; however, his father only further fuels the fire as he is organizing a hunt of his own. Claire must battle her new identity, her old identity, and a possible new love. Christine Johnson created an exciting new twist on the werewolf tale and I truly hope it becomes a series. The only downside was, as a YA book, it was an extremely fast read, but well worth the hardcover price!!