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Werewolf Nights
Threatened by financial ruin, widowed bakery owner Catherine Mercy leads a solitary life with more interest in reading about werewolf lore than in finding a man. Her one true love disappeared after high school and her now deceased husband kept her trapped in the house claiming that a werewolf might hunt her down one day, just as her grandmother repeatedly warned her. When Hollywood interrupts the town’s monotony by shooting a werewolf movie on location, Catherine decides to audition. Already in her thirties, she feels ridiculous trying to become an actress, but lands the leading role.
Catherine’s daily routine turns into a hair-raising adventure as fame begins to monitor her wanderings and she falls for her sexy costar Greg Byron, in spite of the actor’s neon warning sign that flashes conceited womanizer. Just when romance sparkles, a wolf bites Greg.
While Greg’s features turn lupine, Catherine discovers a resemblance between the movie script and her family’s history. Afraid, Catherine recruits werewolf expert Steve to figure out if the movie’s werewolf legend is real and Wolfern, the werewolf her grandmother spoke about, has finally come for her. If it is, Greg will turn into a dangerous werewolf. Only finding a way to undo Greg’s curse and destroying Wolfern before the next full moon can save their love and their lives.
Werewolf Nights blends fantasy, intrigue, and passion to create a chilling, unique story.
Catherine’s daily routine turns into a hair-raising adventure as fame begins to monitor her wanderings and she falls for her sexy costar Greg Byron, in spite of the actor’s neon warning sign that flashes conceited womanizer. Just when romance sparkles, a wolf bites Greg.
While Greg’s features turn lupine, Catherine discovers a resemblance between the movie script and her family’s history. Afraid, Catherine recruits werewolf expert Steve to figure out if the movie’s werewolf legend is real and Wolfern, the werewolf her grandmother spoke about, has finally come for her. If it is, Greg will turn into a dangerous werewolf. Only finding a way to undo Greg’s curse and destroying Wolfern before the next full moon can save their love and their lives.
Werewolf Nights blends fantasy, intrigue, and passion to create a chilling, unique story.
216 pages, Paperback
First published May 19, 2014
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1 book232 followersThis is the first novel for Hamill, who has an English degree from Harvard. She's a comic book retailer at Metro Comics, which sparked her love of fantasy.
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December 29, 2017
I purchased Werewolf Nights because I could tell it was not a gore-fest but rather a story with perhaps an entertaining take on an overworked genre. The graphic art on the cover is terrific, suggesting a sort of comic book flavor. My problem as an adult, however, was with the narrative and its presentation being more suited to that graphic art form, more than a regular novel. I’m giving this a second look, however, because I feel I may have been a tad too harsh on this, because of what I was expecting, and because I think girls in their early teens might love this.
Author Mari Hamill evidently grew up around a comic book shop, and the more I read of Werewolf Nights, the more I sensed that this had been envisioned as an illustrated novel — or to be old-school, a comic book. I could be wrong of course, but that's what I kept thinking. I definitely think it would have been very enjoyable in that medium. In book form, however, the episodic nature of the first portion of the story made it seem a tad disjointed, and even a bit confusing. This unfortunately prevented any kind of narrative flow to sweep me along. The dialog could also be slightly Nancy Drew at times, and again, while this would have worked as captions in a graphic novel, it created a stiltedness presented within a straightforward narrative.
On the plus side, there is an underlying sweetness to the Catherine character, and a well-conceived plot and setting. Catherine had a bit of that Nancy Drew-all-grown-up feeling too, with every guy crushing on her. Catherine is of course the one pegged to replace the female lead in a film being made in Wereville. If teenage girls is the targeted audience this may not be an issue at all. As an adult, however, I couldn’t have as much fun with it as I wanted to because the first half is presented in a herky-jerky fashion. To be fair, the second half of the book did improve, and it really gets going in the last portion.
The story-line and overall conception didn't happen by accident, so the author has imagination and obviously some talent. The first time I reviewed this, I felt that author Mari Hamill had chosen the wrong medium for telling this story; which perhaps led to the issues I had with it as a book. To be fair, however, I think girls of a certain age might love it as it is. Yet as an adult, I still can't help thinking that if Mari hooked up creatively with a good graphic illustrator (the cover is fabulous!) she could make Wereville a great place for fans to visit.
Author Mari Hamill evidently grew up around a comic book shop, and the more I read of Werewolf Nights, the more I sensed that this had been envisioned as an illustrated novel — or to be old-school, a comic book. I could be wrong of course, but that's what I kept thinking. I definitely think it would have been very enjoyable in that medium. In book form, however, the episodic nature of the first portion of the story made it seem a tad disjointed, and even a bit confusing. This unfortunately prevented any kind of narrative flow to sweep me along. The dialog could also be slightly Nancy Drew at times, and again, while this would have worked as captions in a graphic novel, it created a stiltedness presented within a straightforward narrative.
On the plus side, there is an underlying sweetness to the Catherine character, and a well-conceived plot and setting. Catherine had a bit of that Nancy Drew-all-grown-up feeling too, with every guy crushing on her. Catherine is of course the one pegged to replace the female lead in a film being made in Wereville. If teenage girls is the targeted audience this may not be an issue at all. As an adult, however, I couldn’t have as much fun with it as I wanted to because the first half is presented in a herky-jerky fashion. To be fair, the second half of the book did improve, and it really gets going in the last portion.
The story-line and overall conception didn't happen by accident, so the author has imagination and obviously some talent. The first time I reviewed this, I felt that author Mari Hamill had chosen the wrong medium for telling this story; which perhaps led to the issues I had with it as a book. To be fair, however, I think girls of a certain age might love it as it is. Yet as an adult, I still can't help thinking that if Mari hooked up creatively with a good graphic illustrator (the cover is fabulous!) she could make Wereville a great place for fans to visit.
July 16, 2019
A cozy and delightful spin on the werewolf legend. Wereville has its share of werewolf legends. And werewolf festivals. And werewolf hunters. Werewolf cookies. Werewolf hats. (Seriously, if you’re a shifter enthusiast, you’ll love!) Catherine works in a bakery and bakes all sorts of fun seasonal treats. When a movie production comes to town, she takes part and winds up falling for her costar. But all the warnings her grandmother whispered over the years about werewolf legends and how a wolf man would one day come for her seem to be coming true when her costar Greg is bitten. This had some truly adorable moments, and bonus points for cute rabbit!
Please excuse typos/name misspellings. Entered on screen reader.
Please excuse typos/name misspellings. Entered on screen reader.
November 10, 2015
"Fans ... will adore this kitschy twist on the horror thriller genre. 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. 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." - Readers' Favorite
"It kept me on my toes and even if I guessed I could never really figure out what was going to happen next-which I love. I enjoyed the way the story is wrapped around Catherine in every way, including in something as minor as her baking. I highly recommend this book to anyone who likes a little romance with their paranormal, werewolves, a great mystery, or just enjoys reading a good book. I'd definitely read another from this author as well as her style of writing leaves you guessing-which I love." - Truth About Books
"It has everything to keep you wanting more, drawing you further into the story lines, curious with each line, in what direction the story will take, and what Catherine will do. I give this book five stars, as I very much enjoyed it, and would strongly recommend it to others! It was truly worthy of my time!" - Deneale's Book Buzz
"I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking to read a well written mystery novel with werewolf lore. The paranormal elements to this puppy were icing to an already rich cake, and I want to keep eating it. I guess I'll have to wait for my next slice until book 2 comes out. I can't wait for it and anything else this author writes." - Mind Blowing Review Girl
"Really Entertaining book...I loved this book! I am a sucker for the norse mythology. I love alternative versions to Lycanthropy.
Werewolf Nights by Mari Hamill is a thrilling paranormal romance. Werewolf Nights is definitely worth the read. It is filled with secrets, myths, love & deceit." - Mikhail Kerrigan, Author of "Wolf's Blood"
April 14, 2015
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I received this book free from the author through Goodreads group {Shut Up and Read}[Read it and Reap] in exchange for my honest review.
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4.5 Stars!
I throughly enjoyed this read. Though it did start out a little slow for my liking, it does have most of the things I love about adult-paranormal romance. The cheesy lines, (I'm a sucker for cheese) the swoon moments, the strong female lead, the hot male lead that we all dream about and the tricky mystery that you know will be resolved in the end.
I was hoping that Catherine would turn out to be a werewolf, but that was just wishful thinking.
There were some things that seem a little too convent. And the ending seemed a little rushed. I was expecting there to be more time on the film and more interactions but the the whole double character of (triple..) Greg got in the way and did get a little old, but, was amusing. I didn't like the smut tease, not cool.
I enjoyed the overall feel and tone of the book. It was bright, even the darker themes weren't pitch black, more like grey. The werewolf lore had sad tones, and I felt bad for them. The story the film is based on is tragic, and cruel, but it has the truths of want a broken love can do to a person. There is a lot of grey and blurred lines.
Catherine is strong, a bit broken but strong. She stands by what she believes in and doesn't let the gossip effect her. I really wanted to try her baked goods, they sounds so delicious. Now I'm hungry!
Catherine is down to earth, a little detached form the world, but that's understanding. (I've stopped watching the news myself because it's depressing. I shouldn't have to hunt down the good feel stories. And people wonder why I escape into world of books so much,.. balls. ) I believe what I liked the most about Catherine was her duty to herself and her heart. Yes she was in deep lust feels for Charles/Greg, but she didn't jump into bed with him right away. She kept her head, and didn't let that insta-lust (because common it's never insta-love...) cloud her better judgement.
As for the steaming hot mess that is Charles/Greg. What can I say, he's everything we women dream about. A bit of an asshat, but he did make up for that in charm and devotion. I did however see the twist about him coming a mile away, but still, it made me happy. Good feels, fully feels.
The side characters are fun, and really makes the story and plot pop to life.
The ending, as I said earlier, felt a little rushed, but played out nicely. It does have a opening at the end, not so much for a second, but more like a spin off. I do hope there's one, it would be great.
All in all, I highly recommend this read. It's fun, light, hot and it will get those girls feels pumping.
Happy Reading
-Emily
4.5 Stars!
I throughly enjoyed this read. Though it did start out a little slow for my liking, it does have most of the things I love about adult-paranormal romance. The cheesy lines, (I'm a sucker for cheese) the swoon moments, the strong female lead, the hot male lead that we all dream about and the tricky mystery that you know will be resolved in the end.
I was hoping that Catherine would turn out to be a werewolf, but that was just wishful thinking.
There were some things that seem a little too convent. And the ending seemed a little rushed. I was expecting there to be more time on the film and more interactions but the the whole double character of (triple..) Greg got in the way and did get a little old, but, was amusing. I didn't like the smut tease, not cool.
I enjoyed the overall feel and tone of the book. It was bright, even the darker themes weren't pitch black, more like grey. The werewolf lore had sad tones, and I felt bad for them. The story the film is based on is tragic, and cruel, but it has the truths of want a broken love can do to a person. There is a lot of grey and blurred lines.
Catherine is strong, a bit broken but strong. She stands by what she believes in and doesn't let the gossip effect her. I really wanted to try her baked goods, they sounds so delicious. Now I'm hungry!
Catherine is down to earth, a little detached form the world, but that's understanding. (I've stopped watching the news myself because it's depressing. I shouldn't have to hunt down the good feel stories. And people wonder why I escape into world of books so much,.. balls. ) I believe what I liked the most about Catherine was her duty to herself and her heart. Yes she was in deep lust feels for Charles/Greg, but she didn't jump into bed with him right away. She kept her head, and didn't let that insta-lust (because common it's never insta-love...) cloud her better judgement.
As for the steaming hot mess that is Charles/Greg. What can I say, he's everything we women dream about. A bit of an asshat, but he did make up for that in charm and devotion. I did however see the twist about him coming a mile away, but still, it made me happy. Good feels, fully feels.
The side characters are fun, and really makes the story and plot pop to life.
The ending, as I said earlier, felt a little rushed, but played out nicely. It does have a opening at the end, not so much for a second, but more like a spin off. I do hope there's one, it would be great.
All in all, I highly recommend this read. It's fun, light, hot and it will get those girls feels pumping.
Happy Reading
-Emily
March 25, 2015
A book coated in Baking Flour
I am guessing that the author has to be a baker by profession. Either that or she has a knack and passion for baking. How do i know that? because i can see it through the whole journey of this book.
First of all thanks to the Read and Reap it program run by the Shut up and Read community on goodreads and then to the author herself for providing me with the copy of the book to read and review.
I am impressed by the plot of the book. It was actually creative to tell a story inside another story. The only trouble is that the book suffered fatally under hasty and unkind execution. The author has a good narration power and is good with her language skills too but what happened in the book is in my opinion what a new author tends to do it in their first work. Trying to rush to the end. Because the story is fully set in their mind and it haunts them day and night and they just have to get it out of their head before it is too late.
The author can weave magic if she shows a bit of more patience and intricacy to the plot as there are a lot of things that goes amiss because the book runs to its finale. i was amazed as to how many essential and mind blowing twists were thrown out without a care. The book, had it halted and worked out its twists and turns more cunningly and making it slowly creep up into the plot would have made more impact because as of now, major revelations were brought up without even the slightest mystery or suspense working around it, that takes out the fun from a thriller/paranormal.There is no gradual build up
Now to the point why i guessed the author to be a baking fan ...because every time any confectionery or dessert comes into the picture, the author stops everything to describe the recipe ....and this is the only time when the book actually takes a breather
This could have been a great paranormal thriller had the author not rushed through narration and refrained from bringing up all the interesting revelations and twists of the plot with lack luster build up and taking out the fun even before it starts. The author on the other hand has a creative bend to weave a story inside another story. The plot had lots of potential but execution went a little too speedy
i guess the below gif is exactly how the book went
I am guessing that the author has to be a baker by profession. Either that or she has a knack and passion for baking. How do i know that? because i can see it through the whole journey of this book.
First of all thanks to the Read and Reap it program run by the Shut up and Read community on goodreads and then to the author herself for providing me with the copy of the book to read and review.
I am impressed by the plot of the book. It was actually creative to tell a story inside another story. The only trouble is that the book suffered fatally under hasty and unkind execution. The author has a good narration power and is good with her language skills too but what happened in the book is in my opinion what a new author tends to do it in their first work. Trying to rush to the end. Because the story is fully set in their mind and it haunts them day and night and they just have to get it out of their head before it is too late.
The author can weave magic if she shows a bit of more patience and intricacy to the plot as there are a lot of things that goes amiss because the book runs to its finale. i was amazed as to how many essential and mind blowing twists were thrown out without a care. The book, had it halted and worked out its twists and turns more cunningly and making it slowly creep up into the plot would have made more impact because as of now, major revelations were brought up without even the slightest mystery or suspense working around it, that takes out the fun from a thriller/paranormal.There is no gradual build up
Now to the point why i guessed the author to be a baking fan ...because every time any confectionery or dessert comes into the picture, the author stops everything to describe the recipe ....and this is the only time when the book actually takes a breather
This could have been a great paranormal thriller had the author not rushed through narration and refrained from bringing up all the interesting revelations and twists of the plot with lack luster build up and taking out the fun even before it starts. The author on the other hand has a creative bend to weave a story inside another story. The plot had lots of potential but execution went a little too speedy
i guess the below gif is exactly how the book went
March 5, 2015
Really Entertaining book...I loved this book! I am a sucker for the norse mythology. I love alternative versions to Lycanthropy.
Werewolf Nights by Marti Hamill is a thrilling paranormal romance. Werewolf Nights is definitely worth the read. It is filled with secrets, myths, love & deceit.
Werewolf Nights was easy reading. Hamill thrusts you into the town of Wereville and you begin to care for the characters lives. it truly was a great read filled with passion.
I highly recommend this book to anyone who likes a little romance with their paranormal, werewolves, a great mystery, or just enjoys reading a good book. With her laid back approach to writing I’d definitely read another from this author.
Trust me when I say read this paranormal/romance trill ride today!
Werewolf Nights by Marti Hamill is a thrilling paranormal romance. Werewolf Nights is definitely worth the read. It is filled with secrets, myths, love & deceit.
Werewolf Nights was easy reading. Hamill thrusts you into the town of Wereville and you begin to care for the characters lives. it truly was a great read filled with passion.
I highly recommend this book to anyone who likes a little romance with their paranormal, werewolves, a great mystery, or just enjoys reading a good book. With her laid back approach to writing I’d definitely read another from this author.
Trust me when I say read this paranormal/romance trill ride today!
October 7, 2014
Werewolf Nights
By Mari Hamill
****1/2-Surprises around every corner
Werewolf Nights by Marti Hamill is a keeps-you-on-the-edge-of-your-seat paranormal romance. There is a surprise around every corner that will have you guessing what’s going to happen next and where everything will lead. If you can tolerate the brief moments where I get flashbacks of old B horror movies from certain scenes then Werewolf Nights is definitely worth the read.
In a small Michigan town called Wereville the werewolf lore is buried deep within the inhabitants as well as the flocks of tourists that scramble to the town during the Festival of the Wolf. Legends pit werewolf hunters against werewolves dating all the way back to the time of the settlers of Wereville. It’s in this town that Catherine Mercy, owner of the Full Moon Bakery, finds out that not only his her personal and family history wrapped up in the legends of the werewolves, but her present will also become enmeshed in them as well. These same myths and legends touch every aspect of this paranormal romance, down to even being tied to Catherine’s baking.
From the beginning I found myself interested in the goings on of Wereville and how Cathy was involved. The story line seemed to flow forth, but I have to admit it was a tad jumpy. One scene will happen and within the same paragraph an entirely different scene took place. Again, I felt the flow was great despite the jumpiness. However, the jumpiness did not interrupt the story line or cause things to be confusing.
We learn from the beginning that werewolves and the lore surrounding them will be not only the backdrop but will also be weaved throughout the entire story line. Catherine Mercy, owner of the Full Moon Bakery at the center of town, is semi dreading the Festival of the Wolf that is about to overtake her community for an entire month. The festival takes place every seven years and Catherine’s history with the festival isn't all that great. Seven years ago she lost her husband Frank in a boating accident around the time of the festival. Seven years prior she lost her high school sweetheart, Jimmy, when he left in search of an acting career in Los Angeles and was never heard from again.
As aforementioned, the Festival of the Wolf is a huge ordeal in Wereville. Different events, vendors and types of people practically take over the center of town. Because of the luck Cathy has encountered during the festival and something her grandmother told her as a teenager, she tends to keep her distance. However, this year is a little different. Galactic Films is taking the festival as an opportunity to use the town and it’s legends to film its latest movie. Anne, Cathy's best friend, encourages her to check out one of the filming sites where she encounters the lead character dressed in his werewolf mask and makeup, Greg Byron-a very good looking actor that, unfortunately, Cathy has never seen in the flesh.
Enter Charles, an out-of-town stranger who comes into the bakery on the first day of the festival for a piece of apple pie. Cathy is instantly drawn to him, and he to her. However, because of Cathy’s luck in love she is hesitant to pursue it. The two see each other a few times and we start finding out how many secrets this story holds and, as a reader, here begins the maze.
By some strange luck, Greg’s co-star leaves the film and the rumor is that Galactic Films cannot afford to bring in a new Hollywood co-star, nor do they have the time to do so. They hold auditions in town where Cathy-encouraged by Anne because of her background in acting during high school-tries out for the role and is given it immediately. She’s to be on set soon, but filming will be done outside of town where the time period of the legends has been recreated. So, she has to leave Charles and they decide to just be friends. Little does she know, their paths will cross again.
At this point, Cathy heads out to Wolfern Manor, an old abandoned plantation that's been rebuilt for the movie, for the remainder of the filming. This is where everything begins, and where my discussing much more ends. Why? You've got to read it to find out because the further I go, the more spoilers I’ll give. Suffice it to say there are tons of secrets, myths, legends, love, deceit, and a ton of other fun stuff for you to explore on your own.
Werewolf Nights was very well written with great editing. I found it to be easy reading. The laid back approach Ms. Hamill takes in telling not only the tale of Wereville’s legends but also Catherine’s story is quite a great approach. As I mentioned, some scenes were a little B-movie, but aside from that it truly was a great read. There is passion, but no explicit sex scenes-if that is something that bothers you about paranormal romance books.
I wasn't sure about this book but I'm super glad I read it. It kept me on my toes and even if I guessed I could never really figure out what was going to happen next-which I love. I enjoyed the way the story is wrapped around Catherine in every way, including in something as minor as her baking. I highly recommend this book to anyone who likes a little romance with their paranormal, werewolves, a great mystery, or just enjoys reading a good book. I’d definitely read another from this author as well as her style of writing leaves you guessing-which I love.
By Mari Hamill
****1/2-Surprises around every corner
Werewolf Nights by Marti Hamill is a keeps-you-on-the-edge-of-your-seat paranormal romance. There is a surprise around every corner that will have you guessing what’s going to happen next and where everything will lead. If you can tolerate the brief moments where I get flashbacks of old B horror movies from certain scenes then Werewolf Nights is definitely worth the read.
In a small Michigan town called Wereville the werewolf lore is buried deep within the inhabitants as well as the flocks of tourists that scramble to the town during the Festival of the Wolf. Legends pit werewolf hunters against werewolves dating all the way back to the time of the settlers of Wereville. It’s in this town that Catherine Mercy, owner of the Full Moon Bakery, finds out that not only his her personal and family history wrapped up in the legends of the werewolves, but her present will also become enmeshed in them as well. These same myths and legends touch every aspect of this paranormal romance, down to even being tied to Catherine’s baking.
From the beginning I found myself interested in the goings on of Wereville and how Cathy was involved. The story line seemed to flow forth, but I have to admit it was a tad jumpy. One scene will happen and within the same paragraph an entirely different scene took place. Again, I felt the flow was great despite the jumpiness. However, the jumpiness did not interrupt the story line or cause things to be confusing.
We learn from the beginning that werewolves and the lore surrounding them will be not only the backdrop but will also be weaved throughout the entire story line. Catherine Mercy, owner of the Full Moon Bakery at the center of town, is semi dreading the Festival of the Wolf that is about to overtake her community for an entire month. The festival takes place every seven years and Catherine’s history with the festival isn't all that great. Seven years ago she lost her husband Frank in a boating accident around the time of the festival. Seven years prior she lost her high school sweetheart, Jimmy, when he left in search of an acting career in Los Angeles and was never heard from again.
As aforementioned, the Festival of the Wolf is a huge ordeal in Wereville. Different events, vendors and types of people practically take over the center of town. Because of the luck Cathy has encountered during the festival and something her grandmother told her as a teenager, she tends to keep her distance. However, this year is a little different. Galactic Films is taking the festival as an opportunity to use the town and it’s legends to film its latest movie. Anne, Cathy's best friend, encourages her to check out one of the filming sites where she encounters the lead character dressed in his werewolf mask and makeup, Greg Byron-a very good looking actor that, unfortunately, Cathy has never seen in the flesh.
Enter Charles, an out-of-town stranger who comes into the bakery on the first day of the festival for a piece of apple pie. Cathy is instantly drawn to him, and he to her. However, because of Cathy’s luck in love she is hesitant to pursue it. The two see each other a few times and we start finding out how many secrets this story holds and, as a reader, here begins the maze.
By some strange luck, Greg’s co-star leaves the film and the rumor is that Galactic Films cannot afford to bring in a new Hollywood co-star, nor do they have the time to do so. They hold auditions in town where Cathy-encouraged by Anne because of her background in acting during high school-tries out for the role and is given it immediately. She’s to be on set soon, but filming will be done outside of town where the time period of the legends has been recreated. So, she has to leave Charles and they decide to just be friends. Little does she know, their paths will cross again.
At this point, Cathy heads out to Wolfern Manor, an old abandoned plantation that's been rebuilt for the movie, for the remainder of the filming. This is where everything begins, and where my discussing much more ends. Why? You've got to read it to find out because the further I go, the more spoilers I’ll give. Suffice it to say there are tons of secrets, myths, legends, love, deceit, and a ton of other fun stuff for you to explore on your own.
Werewolf Nights was very well written with great editing. I found it to be easy reading. The laid back approach Ms. Hamill takes in telling not only the tale of Wereville’s legends but also Catherine’s story is quite a great approach. As I mentioned, some scenes were a little B-movie, but aside from that it truly was a great read. There is passion, but no explicit sex scenes-if that is something that bothers you about paranormal romance books.
I wasn't sure about this book but I'm super glad I read it. It kept me on my toes and even if I guessed I could never really figure out what was going to happen next-which I love. I enjoyed the way the story is wrapped around Catherine in every way, including in something as minor as her baking. I highly recommend this book to anyone who likes a little romance with their paranormal, werewolves, a great mystery, or just enjoys reading a good book. I’d definitely read another from this author as well as her style of writing leaves you guessing-which I love.
January 26, 2015
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Werewolf Nights > Review
Werewolf nights is about a lady who has lost all her interest in love and finds love unexpectedly. Cathy has lost her true love when he vanished and subsequently her husband in the same manner. People in her town thinks she is a werewolf. She doesn't mind about all the rumors. And then Greg comes along and she starts feeling again. But then situations are not exactly ideal and there are a lot of things - both external and internal factors - which both of them should overcome before getting together.
The story has a slow start and takes some time to build up the pace. But once the pace sets, then it is a total page turner. Once the adventure starts, then everything starts happening fast and the mystery keeps on building till the climax at the end. Mari placed innumerable clues throughout the story to help the reader to figure out then ending. But the story did justice towards the end and ended on a nice note.
Werewolf Nights > Review
Werewolf nights is about a lady who has lost all her interest in love and finds love unexpectedly. Cathy has lost her true love when he vanished and subsequently her husband in the same manner. People in her town thinks she is a werewolf. She doesn't mind about all the rumors. And then Greg comes along and she starts feeling again. But then situations are not exactly ideal and there are a lot of things - both external and internal factors - which both of them should overcome before getting together.
The story has a slow start and takes some time to build up the pace. But once the pace sets, then it is a total page turner. Once the adventure starts, then everything starts happening fast and the mystery keeps on building till the climax at the end. Mari placed innumerable clues throughout the story to help the reader to figure out then ending. But the story did justice towards the end and ended on a nice note.
July 12, 2014
This is the best werewolf book I have read in a while. The author writes the story in an intriguing way, and keeps the reader interested. Highly recommended.
October 3, 2020
An advance reading copy of this book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley in return for my honest review.
Werewolf Nights is the debut fantasy novel by Mari Hamill. A quirky werewolf fantasy which I'm sure fans of the Twilight saga and the updated Teen Wolf series will love.
Widowed baker Catherine lives in a small town where legend says Scandinavian werewolves once colonised. Interested in these myths and legends, Catherine spends most of her evenings reading werewolf lore.
After losing the love of her life in high school and then her husband 7 years ago, Catherine isn't interested in romance.
Catherine's world is turned upside down when a Hollywood movie, based on an old town legend, Werewolf Nights is being filmed locally and auditions are being held. Feeling a little foolish, Catherine decides to audition and lands the female lead, her co-star Greg Byron a serial womaniser, Catherine is warned to stay away.
Filming begins and romance sparks between Catherine and the mysterious Greg, when during a storm Greg is bitten by a wolf and Catherine's own family history comes back to haunt her.
Werewolf Nights is a sweet paranormal romance which I have given 3+ stars.
Werewolf Nights is the debut fantasy novel by Mari Hamill. A quirky werewolf fantasy which I'm sure fans of the Twilight saga and the updated Teen Wolf series will love.
Widowed baker Catherine lives in a small town where legend says Scandinavian werewolves once colonised. Interested in these myths and legends, Catherine spends most of her evenings reading werewolf lore.
After losing the love of her life in high school and then her husband 7 years ago, Catherine isn't interested in romance.
Catherine's world is turned upside down when a Hollywood movie, based on an old town legend, Werewolf Nights is being filmed locally and auditions are being held. Feeling a little foolish, Catherine decides to audition and lands the female lead, her co-star Greg Byron a serial womaniser, Catherine is warned to stay away.
Filming begins and romance sparks between Catherine and the mysterious Greg, when during a storm Greg is bitten by a wolf and Catherine's own family history comes back to haunt her.
Werewolf Nights is a sweet paranormal romance which I have given 3+ stars.
October 6, 2015
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.
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.
March 12, 2015
A slow burn of a fantasy*****
A Fantasy comes true !!!
Well, I guess this give a new meaning to follow your dreams. Catherine's financial problems will lead her into a world of make believe, only this is not your child hood story of Little Red Riding Hood. Her grandmother warned her to stay away from the mansion, now she drowning in debt and her the only way out is to take this job. The big bad werewolf will show his teeth, but will she run for the hills or stay to the end?
This story put a new spin on all the genres in one book. Once you start reading you will make this your number favorite for this year !!! It is perfect for everyone with a little of fantasy, horror, drama and a touch of romance.
I was given a copy of the book in exchange for my honest review.(Goodreads.com) LOP...
A Fantasy comes true !!!
Well, I guess this give a new meaning to follow your dreams. Catherine's financial problems will lead her into a world of make believe, only this is not your child hood story of Little Red Riding Hood. Her grandmother warned her to stay away from the mansion, now she drowning in debt and her the only way out is to take this job. The big bad werewolf will show his teeth, but will she run for the hills or stay to the end?
This story put a new spin on all the genres in one book. Once you start reading you will make this your number favorite for this year !!! It is perfect for everyone with a little of fantasy, horror, drama and a touch of romance.
I was given a copy of the book in exchange for my honest review.(Goodreads.com) LOP...
March 3, 2015
Werewolf Nights is a fantastic read! A wonderful story and that will keep you turning pages until the very end. It has something for everyone - horror fan, love story fan or movie fan. Mari Hamill is a very gifted writer and I hope to see many more novels from her in the future. This is a great story that combines legends, love, greed and battles between good and evil. Follow the story of baker turned actress Catherine Mercy as she tries to find true love with movie star Greg Byron, or is he? Add in the spice of a long missing and presumed dead husband and you have everything you need for an amazing story. Well done Mari!
March 31, 2015
Werewolf Nights is a suspense filled story with intrigue, romance, thrills, and so very much more! I was so caught up in this story that when it came to an end I looked for more as I didn't want it to end. In all honesty I was surprised by this story as I wasn't sure what to expect from it in the beginning but Werewolf Nights quickly showed me that I had made the right choice in reading this book. Catherine and Greg were awesome characters and at times shared a few humorous tidbits that still leaves me with a giggle as I think back. I enjoyed Mari Hamill's writing style so very much. I will be looking for more books to read from her.
September 3, 2021
(Received the book for free from the author)
Werewolf nights is an interesting spin on the werewolf lore. The story takes place in Wereville, a town entrenched in their belief of the supposed existence of werewolves and hunters. This is apparent in how the townsfolk go about debating and celebrating their history, going as far as to trace their family trees to see whether their ancestors were werewolves or hunters...
Full review by NightOwl and Phoenix here: https://nightowlandphoenix.wixsite.co...
Werewolf nights is an interesting spin on the werewolf lore. The story takes place in Wereville, a town entrenched in their belief of the supposed existence of werewolves and hunters. This is apparent in how the townsfolk go about debating and celebrating their history, going as far as to trace their family trees to see whether their ancestors were werewolves or hunters...
Full review by NightOwl and Phoenix here: https://nightowlandphoenix.wixsite.co...
October 19, 2015
Actually, I enjoyed reading Werewolf Nights by author Mari Hamill. It has interesting characters and writing, along with a unique plot. It's worth the five stars I'm rating it, and worth the time taking a look at.
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March 24, 2015I think i could like to read it of the summary
November 19, 2019
Mari Hamill brings to life a unique world where werewolves and hunters are ingrained into the fabric of the culture. In Werewolf Nights, not only is there a fresh take on werewolf lore, but the town, stores and even the local university pay homage to their namesakes.
The story starts off with an apparently innocuous outing. Catherine Mercy, a femme fatale who had to deal with the disappearances of the only two men she ever loved, goes out on a date. So what could possibly go wrong? In a place where everyone knows your name and rumours travel faster than light, the opportunity for mischief rises exponentially!
While the cast is varied, the story is mostly focused on the main character, Catherine Mercy. Her tragic past, kind nature, creativity, and ultimately, her ability to face challenges head-on endear the reader. I would devour more stories from this author simply to watch Catherine in action!
Werewolf Nights is a fast-paced, light read that flawlessly combines fantasy, action and romance into one comprehensive tale. If you are hunting for a story that has the feel of a telenovela with a hint of Dark Shadows, with werewolves instead of vampires, then this book is for you!
The story starts off with an apparently innocuous outing. Catherine Mercy, a femme fatale who had to deal with the disappearances of the only two men she ever loved, goes out on a date. So what could possibly go wrong? In a place where everyone knows your name and rumours travel faster than light, the opportunity for mischief rises exponentially!
While the cast is varied, the story is mostly focused on the main character, Catherine Mercy. Her tragic past, kind nature, creativity, and ultimately, her ability to face challenges head-on endear the reader. I would devour more stories from this author simply to watch Catherine in action!
Werewolf Nights is a fast-paced, light read that flawlessly combines fantasy, action and romance into one comprehensive tale. If you are hunting for a story that has the feel of a telenovela with a hint of Dark Shadows, with werewolves instead of vampires, then this book is for you!
September 6, 2020
This was definitely a strange and different werewolf love story. There is a baker, a amnesia riddled movie star, a husband who faked his death, and werewolves on the loose. All of these tied together to make a romance story.
August 28, 2019
Fun book! Feels a bit like a Toni McGee book with a supernatural vibe. Wouldn't have minded if the last act was a bit longer but satisfying regardless.
December 20, 2025
Entertaining. Read a comment saying it was written like a graphic novel and that’s true. So knowing that, I was imagining the story in my head like a graphic novel instead of a movie, if that makes sense, and I enjoyed it.
January 19, 2016
January 17, 2016
Review:
Werewolf Nights by
Mari Hamil
Wolves, love, romance, intrigue and adventure all fused together in Werewolf Nights; making the book irresistable. I enjoyed every bit of the story. A bit confusing in the first pages but as i went deeper, I couldn't rest until I had turned the last page.
Catherine is a widow whose husband disappears in a boating accident leaving her with nothing but debts and almost bankrupt. She is able to source for funds from her elderly friends and starts up a bakery and rests all her heart with her bakery, customers and elderly friends .After going on a number of unsuccessful dates she decides to stop and focuses only on her work.
The annual Were ville festival brings to town movie makers who are making a movie about the town's legend. As the story unfolds she falls for the movie's main actor as she is accepted to take up a role to replace an actress who disappears e does she know that she has connections to the legend in the movie.
Her past of lovers disappearances and the legendary werewolf in the legend bring intrigue to the story making Werewolf Nights so enjoyable and captivating. I enjoyed every part of the story and looking forward to reading more from this author.
Review by
Ssebadduka Isaac
Review:
Werewolf Nights by
Mari Hamil
Wolves, love, romance, intrigue and adventure all fused together in Werewolf Nights; making the book irresistable. I enjoyed every bit of the story. A bit confusing in the first pages but as i went deeper, I couldn't rest until I had turned the last page.
Catherine is a widow whose husband disappears in a boating accident leaving her with nothing but debts and almost bankrupt. She is able to source for funds from her elderly friends and starts up a bakery and rests all her heart with her bakery, customers and elderly friends .After going on a number of unsuccessful dates she decides to stop and focuses only on her work.
The annual Were ville festival brings to town movie makers who are making a movie about the town's legend. As the story unfolds she falls for the movie's main actor as she is accepted to take up a role to replace an actress who disappears e does she know that she has connections to the legend in the movie.
Her past of lovers disappearances and the legendary werewolf in the legend bring intrigue to the story making Werewolf Nights so enjoyable and captivating. I enjoyed every part of the story and looking forward to reading more from this author.
Review by
Ssebadduka Isaac
July 24, 2016
Werewolf Nights By Mari Hamill
3 Stars
Reviewed by Cindy
This is a great debut book by author Mari Hamill as she builds a very intricate mythology behind her plot. It is a new take on the werewolf backstory different from anything that I have read before and was quick to draw me into the plot. I spent the first half of the book wondering if Werevillians had actual werewolves among them or if the town was just drawing on its rich folklore. The authors literary background shows in this formally written story with well developed characters with a plot that is much deeper than the usual for this genre. The story does end with plenty of room for more to come from Wereville without ending on a dramatic cliffhanger.
I did have some issues with this book after so far into the book it was hard to stay in the moment of the story as the narration jumped not only POV but in time as well making it a little muddled and confusing at times. I felt that the ending of the book was quite rushed and that pacing was a problem as the Greg/Charles/Jimmy/Frank twist was very easy to see coming. I found myself quite often looking for another hidden twist that I was sure would be coming but did not. Overall this is definitely an author to try out. With a debut this crafty there is a promise of much better things to come
Late Night Books Reviewer Cindy
3 Stars
Reviewed by Cindy
This is a great debut book by author Mari Hamill as she builds a very intricate mythology behind her plot. It is a new take on the werewolf backstory different from anything that I have read before and was quick to draw me into the plot. I spent the first half of the book wondering if Werevillians had actual werewolves among them or if the town was just drawing on its rich folklore. The authors literary background shows in this formally written story with well developed characters with a plot that is much deeper than the usual for this genre. The story does end with plenty of room for more to come from Wereville without ending on a dramatic cliffhanger.
I did have some issues with this book after so far into the book it was hard to stay in the moment of the story as the narration jumped not only POV but in time as well making it a little muddled and confusing at times. I felt that the ending of the book was quite rushed and that pacing was a problem as the Greg/Charles/Jimmy/Frank twist was very easy to see coming. I found myself quite often looking for another hidden twist that I was sure would be coming but did not. Overall this is definitely an author to try out. With a debut this crafty there is a promise of much better things to come
Late Night Books Reviewer Cindy
July 14, 2019
Mari Hamill blends fantasy, intrigue, and passion to create a chilling, unique story
I agree with this. I actually enjoyed all aspects of fantasy, intrigue and passion in this paranormal book involving werewolves and Hollywood. This is not your typical para-romance. While it may have involved shifters and showbusiness, Greg Byron isn't the kind of werewolf you expect. And Catherine Mercy will have you at your mercy with her mysterious personality and delectable cakes and pastries.
Werewolf Nights takes you to the lights and sounds of Hollywood, but it isn't all glitz and glamour. Characters such as Catherine, Anne, Steve, Agatha, "Charles", Caymus, Valdimir and Wolfern sparked so much interest in me and they were quite the personalities that make up the intriguing part of Wereville. True, the "actor" Greg Byron had a string of ladies vying for his attention, yet only Catherine received his fervent concentration. Catherine's tumultuously puzzling past relationships had made her the aloof yet talked-about baker of Wereville.
I've had a great time delving into this place's mysteries and secrets! Mari Hamill's first venture in the paranormal/fantasy/supernatural romance is a howlingly great feat!
January 2, 2016
Lively romp
This is no ordinary shaggy dog tale, ancient werewolf lore and modern glitter romance. Cleanly written, entertaining characters with great action and some kissing, biting wolves.
This is no ordinary shaggy dog tale, ancient werewolf lore and modern glitter romance. Cleanly written, entertaining characters with great action and some kissing, biting wolves.
February 16, 2016
Werewolf Nights, A Howling Good Read!
Author, Mari Hamill, pen's a wonderfully suspenseful, and supernatural book. While I was reading, I could feel the fur grow thick across my back; I kept looking outside for the full moon. 5 Star for this frighteningly distinct, and chilling story.
Author, Mari Hamill, pen's a wonderfully suspenseful, and supernatural book. While I was reading, I could feel the fur grow thick across my back; I kept looking outside for the full moon. 5 Star for this frighteningly distinct, and chilling story.
July 5, 2020
‘Werewolf Nights’ tells us the story of Catherine Mercy; a thirty-something baker and widow in the town of Wereville. Her true love disappeared and her controlling husband is presumed dead following what appears to be a boating accident. Catherine deflects all attempts by would-be suitors to find love again until she meets Charles, who appears in Wereville around the time of the Festival of the Wolf which celebrates the legends of both hunters and Werewolves in the town and, coincidentally, when a Hollywood film crew arrive to shoot the third instalment of a Werewolf film franchise.
Emboldened by her friend, Anne, at the Bakery, Catherine auditions for the female lead in the film and lands the role. As she emerges from her sequestered life to begin filming, it slowly dawns on her that the legend upon which the script is based, is more than close to home. Her fears that Greg Byron, the idolised star and male lead, is a narcissistic womaniser take an unexpected turn once filming begins and his is bitten by a wolf. Throw this in with a case of mistaken/double identity, an old recipe book, a resurrected husband, a paranormal Film Director and a long-lost sweetheart all of which mean that Catherine faces a race against the next Full Moon, to undo the curse that Greg is now under.
A cursory glance of both genre and synopsis, told me this not a book I would normally read. But I am glad I came out of my usual habits; it’s a fun, well-paced, tongue in cheek, piece of escapism. Perfect for whiling away a couple of lazy afternoons in the garden or round the pool. Like all things that appear simple, it has been deceptively well-crafted. I just felt the plot required tightening in places and there also needed to be as little more showing and a little less telling in some of the chapters.
There are a lot of chapters and I did wonder if they would be necessary but each worked well and moved the narrative on without feeling rushed. The chapters are short enough that I tended to read on by two or three because I was enjoying it so much. The other point (probably obvious but I am pretty new to this genre) to make is that some if not all of the book is pretty far-fetched. Yet, it seems normal when you read it, which is quite an art. You are not thinking ‘this is totally unbelievable’ you are instead thinking, ‘oooh, that’s fun, I wonder what happens next?’. There are parts of the plot which are conveniently stretched (Catherine’s sudden proficient horse-riding ability!) but it can be overlooked because you want to keep reading and these slightly incredulous plot mechanics are quite fun. You are reading a book about Werewolves so occasional belief suspension when it comes to the actual story is to be expected. There is also an unexpected point of view change in the narrative in Chapter 21 which worked well – this could have been revisited and possibly with a couple of the other characters.
In regard to the ‘telling’, I did feel a couple of chapters were just giving background information. It’s always a tricky call and if you are attempting to write context where the person does not exist anymore (Frank, supposedly at this stage) and it’s the past, it is hard to ‘show’ in a novel like this. I think Hamill gets away with the information overload that occurs at times, but I don’t personally think it was always needed – Anne, for example; her personality and the role she plays in Catherine’s life was quite evident from how we saw her at the Bakery. I also did not think the few, brief mentions of Catherine’s parents were necessary. They added nothing and despite the fact she is fairly young, I would not have questioned why no parents were referred to. There were a couple of other elements that I felt were a bit superfluous (the Story of Erwin) but Hamill does not dwell and the Chapters are snappy enough that you don’t get too bogged down.
I thought the Prologue was useful and many are not. I think Hamill could have ramped up Ye Olde Worlde language; it was partly there and was a good way to introduce the book but I think it would have set the tone even better if it had been spoofed more. I did also think that it would make a good, easy-watching TV show. Especially in the first half or the novel; I felt it was almost written with one eye to a script. Practically every movement of Catherine’s is noted and described in the earlier stages (Chapter 2 especially) and I could really visualise her actions.
I did have to read some of the concluding chapters a couple of times; the pace of the plot became a bit rushed and I did have to check who had been bitten by a wolf and who was a wolf a couple of times but, all in all, I thought this was an amusing, entertaining read that did not take itself too seriously and neither should the reader. Good fun.
Emboldened by her friend, Anne, at the Bakery, Catherine auditions for the female lead in the film and lands the role. As she emerges from her sequestered life to begin filming, it slowly dawns on her that the legend upon which the script is based, is more than close to home. Her fears that Greg Byron, the idolised star and male lead, is a narcissistic womaniser take an unexpected turn once filming begins and his is bitten by a wolf. Throw this in with a case of mistaken/double identity, an old recipe book, a resurrected husband, a paranormal Film Director and a long-lost sweetheart all of which mean that Catherine faces a race against the next Full Moon, to undo the curse that Greg is now under.
A cursory glance of both genre and synopsis, told me this not a book I would normally read. But I am glad I came out of my usual habits; it’s a fun, well-paced, tongue in cheek, piece of escapism. Perfect for whiling away a couple of lazy afternoons in the garden or round the pool. Like all things that appear simple, it has been deceptively well-crafted. I just felt the plot required tightening in places and there also needed to be as little more showing and a little less telling in some of the chapters.
There are a lot of chapters and I did wonder if they would be necessary but each worked well and moved the narrative on without feeling rushed. The chapters are short enough that I tended to read on by two or three because I was enjoying it so much. The other point (probably obvious but I am pretty new to this genre) to make is that some if not all of the book is pretty far-fetched. Yet, it seems normal when you read it, which is quite an art. You are not thinking ‘this is totally unbelievable’ you are instead thinking, ‘oooh, that’s fun, I wonder what happens next?’. There are parts of the plot which are conveniently stretched (Catherine’s sudden proficient horse-riding ability!) but it can be overlooked because you want to keep reading and these slightly incredulous plot mechanics are quite fun. You are reading a book about Werewolves so occasional belief suspension when it comes to the actual story is to be expected. There is also an unexpected point of view change in the narrative in Chapter 21 which worked well – this could have been revisited and possibly with a couple of the other characters.
In regard to the ‘telling’, I did feel a couple of chapters were just giving background information. It’s always a tricky call and if you are attempting to write context where the person does not exist anymore (Frank, supposedly at this stage) and it’s the past, it is hard to ‘show’ in a novel like this. I think Hamill gets away with the information overload that occurs at times, but I don’t personally think it was always needed – Anne, for example; her personality and the role she plays in Catherine’s life was quite evident from how we saw her at the Bakery. I also did not think the few, brief mentions of Catherine’s parents were necessary. They added nothing and despite the fact she is fairly young, I would not have questioned why no parents were referred to. There were a couple of other elements that I felt were a bit superfluous (the Story of Erwin) but Hamill does not dwell and the Chapters are snappy enough that you don’t get too bogged down.
I thought the Prologue was useful and many are not. I think Hamill could have ramped up Ye Olde Worlde language; it was partly there and was a good way to introduce the book but I think it would have set the tone even better if it had been spoofed more. I did also think that it would make a good, easy-watching TV show. Especially in the first half or the novel; I felt it was almost written with one eye to a script. Practically every movement of Catherine’s is noted and described in the earlier stages (Chapter 2 especially) and I could really visualise her actions.
I did have to read some of the concluding chapters a couple of times; the pace of the plot became a bit rushed and I did have to check who had been bitten by a wolf and who was a wolf a couple of times but, all in all, I thought this was an amusing, entertaining read that did not take itself too seriously and neither should the reader. Good fun.
May 27, 2019
Wereville’s claim to fame is their annual Full Moon Festival. Legend has it that the town’s population were originally descended from both scandinavian werewolves and werewolf hunters. Every year during the festival people dress up as either a werewolf or a Hunter and act out imagined scenarios of things that might have happened hundreds of years before. When a movie company chooses Wereville as the location to film the 3rd movie in the “Yellow Fangs” movie Series, the townsfolk hope that the movie will bring in more tourism to the town and help keep everyone from needing to close up shop and move elsewhere.
Catherine runs the town’s bakery. She has had a rough life. First, the man she loves seems to have disappeared off the face of the earth never to be heard from again. Then, after marrying the man who had pursued her all through high school, he apparently dies in a boating accident after having run through Catherine’s inheritance and been accused of embezzlement. Now, she is struggling to pay her bills and keep the bakery going.
When the woman cast as the movie’s leading lady suddenly quits and leaves town without notice, the director decides to cast a local in the role instead. Catherine auditions and is chosen for the part. It seems to be a role she was destined to play as it was based on one her ancestors who married a man that legend claims was attacked by a werewolf on his wedding night. His love for his new bride was so strong it was said he remained and has waited for her return ever since, Is Catherine to meant to take the place of the werewolf’s lost love? Can she save both herself and any others who come across this cursed being before they are either killed or become werewolves themselves?
I enjoyed reading this story. The cover artwork and the setup for the story reminds me of old monster movies that I used to watch on TV when I was a kid. I believe this was the author’s intent when writing this book. It worked out very well and I found the story quite entertaining. I could very easily picture the scenes described in the book as if I were watching it instead of merely reading it. I found it to be a fun and entertaining story.
Catherine runs the town’s bakery. She has had a rough life. First, the man she loves seems to have disappeared off the face of the earth never to be heard from again. Then, after marrying the man who had pursued her all through high school, he apparently dies in a boating accident after having run through Catherine’s inheritance and been accused of embezzlement. Now, she is struggling to pay her bills and keep the bakery going.
When the woman cast as the movie’s leading lady suddenly quits and leaves town without notice, the director decides to cast a local in the role instead. Catherine auditions and is chosen for the part. It seems to be a role she was destined to play as it was based on one her ancestors who married a man that legend claims was attacked by a werewolf on his wedding night. His love for his new bride was so strong it was said he remained and has waited for her return ever since, Is Catherine to meant to take the place of the werewolf’s lost love? Can she save both herself and any others who come across this cursed being before they are either killed or become werewolves themselves?
I enjoyed reading this story. The cover artwork and the setup for the story reminds me of old monster movies that I used to watch on TV when I was a kid. I believe this was the author’s intent when writing this book. It worked out very well and I found the story quite entertaining. I could very easily picture the scenes described in the book as if I were watching it instead of merely reading it. I found it to be a fun and entertaining story.
May 27, 2019
I read Werewolf Nights in support of Indie April. As an old school horror fan, I was intrigued by the werewolf element, and this book stays true to the classic werewolf rules and history. However, it's more of a modern fantasy romance than a classic horror tale.
I love the atmosphere of the quiet town with its supernatural past. The characters in town are well-developed, and their enthusiasm for their town's culture along with Hamill's detailed descriptions put me right in the middle of the excitement. My favorite scenes take place around the werewolf festival that are going on at the beginning of the book along with the environment of the main character, Catherine's, bakery. In fact, baking, and Catherine's extensive knowledge of baking, comes into play at the end of the story, bringing the events full circle along with the other mystery elements that revolve around Catherine's tragic past.
The romance element takes over halfway through the book as Catherine is cast as the replacement lead actress in a horror movie that is being shot near her hometown. The guarded, sensible woman that we meet in the beginning of the book suddenly becomes your typical romance heroine who falls for the lead actor, not realizing that he is a crucial part of both her past and present history.
The story then bounces around from scene-to-scene and from multiple character perspectives as Catherine juggles filming the movie, trying to unmask her co-star, Greg Byron, and finding herself preyed upon by a murderous werewolf who believes that Catherine is his long lost love. The storytelling becomes a bit fuzzy as new rules and objectives are introduced, requiring loads of exposition. However it does wrap up neatly, incorporating the information we learn at the beginning of the novel and tying up the loose ends of Catherine's past.
I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a good, old-fashioned romance novel with a dash of a supernatural element mixed in.
I love the atmosphere of the quiet town with its supernatural past. The characters in town are well-developed, and their enthusiasm for their town's culture along with Hamill's detailed descriptions put me right in the middle of the excitement. My favorite scenes take place around the werewolf festival that are going on at the beginning of the book along with the environment of the main character, Catherine's, bakery. In fact, baking, and Catherine's extensive knowledge of baking, comes into play at the end of the story, bringing the events full circle along with the other mystery elements that revolve around Catherine's tragic past.
The romance element takes over halfway through the book as Catherine is cast as the replacement lead actress in a horror movie that is being shot near her hometown. The guarded, sensible woman that we meet in the beginning of the book suddenly becomes your typical romance heroine who falls for the lead actor, not realizing that he is a crucial part of both her past and present history.
The story then bounces around from scene-to-scene and from multiple character perspectives as Catherine juggles filming the movie, trying to unmask her co-star, Greg Byron, and finding herself preyed upon by a murderous werewolf who believes that Catherine is his long lost love. The storytelling becomes a bit fuzzy as new rules and objectives are introduced, requiring loads of exposition. However it does wrap up neatly, incorporating the information we learn at the beginning of the novel and tying up the loose ends of Catherine's past.
I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a good, old-fashioned romance novel with a dash of a supernatural element mixed in.
November 28, 2019
A 3*
Caution, mild spoilers ahead.
I bought this book from a fellow writer on twitter.
Who doesn’t want to get an interesting read full of werewolves and little town love story? I certainly do. And this book offered this and more.
There is no new image of werewolf, it is pretty down to the base, full-moon monster kind of werewolf. But in any case, the story is interesting and captivating. There is a little bit of intrigue that builds up from about the middle of the book. And the suspense is kept until the end, even though it is easy to guess who is who.
One of the bad points of this book is how easy it goes on the description. Each chapter you will be updated on who wears what and what the place looks like to the minimal detail. It is so much easier just to skip through all this to get to the story.
Another thing that you will not appreciate too much is the characters. On one hand, they are too perfect, or too imperfect in the case of the antagonist. They do not seem real. All the protagonists are success stories.
Well, except for Cat. But, she is annoying in her own way. I mean, I get it, we all like a guy who wouldn’t do anything freaky. But from there, to repeat “That guy needs to learn manners” on every romantic encounter Cat goes through… It made me cringe.
And also, for a character that keeps telling, after a divorce and a man who disappeared, that she needs to wait before trusting another man, I guarantee you, you will be surprised how easily she will open her heart to Charles.
It is a fun read, but you will need to skim through at least a third part of it.
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Caution, mild spoilers ahead.
I bought this book from a fellow writer on twitter.
Who doesn’t want to get an interesting read full of werewolves and little town love story? I certainly do. And this book offered this and more.
There is no new image of werewolf, it is pretty down to the base, full-moon monster kind of werewolf. But in any case, the story is interesting and captivating. There is a little bit of intrigue that builds up from about the middle of the book. And the suspense is kept until the end, even though it is easy to guess who is who.
One of the bad points of this book is how easy it goes on the description. Each chapter you will be updated on who wears what and what the place looks like to the minimal detail. It is so much easier just to skip through all this to get to the story.
Another thing that you will not appreciate too much is the characters. On one hand, they are too perfect, or too imperfect in the case of the antagonist. They do not seem real. All the protagonists are success stories.
Well, except for Cat. But, she is annoying in her own way. I mean, I get it, we all like a guy who wouldn’t do anything freaky. But from there, to repeat “That guy needs to learn manners” on every romantic encounter Cat goes through… It made me cringe.
And also, for a character that keeps telling, after a divorce and a man who disappeared, that she needs to wait before trusting another man, I guarantee you, you will be surprised how easily she will open her heart to Charles.
It is a fun read, but you will need to skim through at least a third part of it.
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