Genre and Themes: Young Adult Fiction/Fantasy - supernatural, wolves, love
Grace Brisbane was attacked by wolves when she was a child until another yellow-eyed wolf intervened and saved her from being mauled to death. Now 17 year Grace waits for what she refers to as "her wolf" to come back every winter. Grace then finds out that they're not just regular wolves but werewolves and she discovers this when one of her classmates is mauled to death. This incident drives the local townsmen to go on a hunt for these werewolves. Sensing danger and the thought that her wolf might get hurt she stalls the hunt. She then finds Sam, her wolf, in human form at her house and injured by a bullet. Grace takes him to safety at a hospital and realizes that Sam is her wolf. They become inseparable after that, especially since Grace's parents are rarely around or put any attention to her. As they enjoy their time together they are also aware that Sam's human form is only temporary. As their love grows stronger the search for a cure becomes stronger since time is running out. This story is filled with suspense but ends with a happy ending.Awards Won by This Title:
ALA Best Books for Young Adults
ALA Quick Pick for Reluctant Readers
Publishers Weekly Best Books of 2009
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