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Werewolf Nights

Werewolf Nights

by Mari Hamill
Romance - Paranormal
276 Pages
Reviewed on 12/15/2014
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Author Biography

"Werewolf Nights" is the first novel for author Mari Hamill, who has an English degree from Harvard, comparative literature degree from the Sorbonne Nouvelle and a Ph.D. in comparative literature from the University of Michigan. The world traveler - she's lived in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico; Boston; Montreal; Paris; Venice; and Lausanne, Switzerland - speaks French, Spanish, German and some Italian. Hamill's love of fantasy was sparked by Metro Comics, her family's comic book store, in Guaynabo.

    Book Review

Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite

Werewolf Nights is a romantic fantasy adventure by author Mari Hamill. Borrowing tropes from classic horror movies to spin a more light-hearted tale, the action centers on a small town with a famous werewolf legend, and the Hollywood moguls who move in to try to capitalize on a potentially dangerous legend. Local lady Catherine Mercy lands the leading role in their drama, and her jaded past relationships melt away as she begins to tame the heart of womanizer and co-star Greg Byron. From here, however, the plot takes a supernatural twist, as the lines between legend and history are blurred and Greg’s future as a human being hangs in the balance after a ferocious bite. Thrills and romantic angst follow as Catherine and Greg pursue their happily ever after.

Fans of chick lit romances will adore this kitschy twist on the horror thriller genre. Mari Hamill weaves convincing and well-spun legends into the setting and background of her novel, making for a unique romantic story which gives tingles in the spine for all the right reasons. The leading pair of Catherine and Greg follow the typical archetype that romance fans will be used to, and Hamill’s writing is descriptive and easy to enjoy. Though the twists and turns may not hold all that many surprises, Werewolf Nights is definitely a cosy read sure to put smiles on faces wherever it’s enjoyed, and I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a fresh view of contemporary romance. May the werewolves haunt you all at night.

Crystal Clark

Such a fun read! I would def recommend this to anyone who loves romantic fantasy.
Crystal,
Owner www.facebook.com/stephandkris55

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Catherine is a widowed bakery owner left with grief and business concerns, but her life's about to get a lot more complicated when her leisure passion for werewolf lore begins to threaten her life by becoming reality, and when she decides to try her hand at acting - in her ripe, inexperienced thirties.

There would seem to be no room for romance in her life, even though it's lacking - but when Catherine falls for her sexy co-star, things get even more complicated and events force her to examine whether the werewolf legends could be real.

Despite the complicated-sounding circumstances surrounding Catherine's life, readers should expect a light leisure read here: a plot embracing mystery, supernatural forces, romance, and entertainment alike. A prior interest in these devices and genres will attract the right kind of reader who enjoys genre-crossing productions that foregoe complex psychological drama in favor of plain adventure and intrigue.

It's hard to present 'something for everyone' - usually an author falls short on romance, mystery, or supernatural elements - but the pleasure of a light summer read such as Werewolf Nights is that it's easy on the eye and mind - and perfect for a beach take-along or a quick, engrossing leisure pursuit.

There's a premise establishing uncertain, tense historic relationships between werewolves and humans, there's a passionate protagonist who is willing to take risks even in her thirties, there's the special challenge of falling in love with someone who is in the midst of changing.

Readers who expect a complex, introspective plot should know this won't be the case from the fun cover presenting a nymph at the stove with a werewolf looming in back of her. With its light tone, absorbing action, and a protagonist who is satisfyingly straightforward, Werewolf Nights succeeds in providing what many leisure readers desire with an entertaining story that's perfect for a hot summer's vacation night of engrossing reading.