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RED'S HOOD
338 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 24, 2026
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May 6, 2026
Rating 3.5/5
What an incredibly fun, bingeable read that you don’t want to put down once you start. This book was nothing like what I expected going in, but is everything I want out of a light, easy read that is so easy to find yourself lost in.
Roan is fierce and feisty, offering so much banter to every interaction, no matter who the character is. Her love and devotion to her grandma was honestly just the sweetest thing and I found myself loving her just based on this alone. When Obol comes into the picture, you just know things are going to get stirred up. He’s protective, stable (most of the time…), and loyal to a fault. He is the kind of man you want looking out for you in any situation, knowing he will have your best intention and heart at the forefront.
This is a completely sassy, fun read that you definitely need to pick up. I had my hesitations going into this as a fairytale retelling but, just take my word that it’s much more than that. Go into it with the expectation of a fully “vibes read” and you will have the best time!
Tropes:
Shifter romance
Little Red Riding Hood retelling
Small town
“Mine”
Touch her and die
What an incredibly fun, bingeable read that you don’t want to put down once you start. This book was nothing like what I expected going in, but is everything I want out of a light, easy read that is so easy to find yourself lost in.
Roan is fierce and feisty, offering so much banter to every interaction, no matter who the character is. Her love and devotion to her grandma was honestly just the sweetest thing and I found myself loving her just based on this alone. When Obol comes into the picture, you just know things are going to get stirred up. He’s protective, stable (most of the time…), and loyal to a fault. He is the kind of man you want looking out for you in any situation, knowing he will have your best intention and heart at the forefront.
This is a completely sassy, fun read that you definitely need to pick up. I had my hesitations going into this as a fairytale retelling but, just take my word that it’s much more than that. Go into it with the expectation of a fully “vibes read” and you will have the best time!
Tropes:
Shifter romance
Little Red Riding Hood retelling
Small town
“Mine”
Touch her and die
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May 6, 2026DO NOT SLEEP ON THIS BOOK! I had so much fun reading this... it’s absolutely a vibes read, but in the best way. It’s insanely bingeable… I finished it in just over 24 hours because I could not put it down.
Roan is 100% the kind of FMC I’d want as a best friend. She’s determined, fiercely loyal, and her attitude had me cackling the entire time. She brings so much personality to the story and makes every scene better.
Obol? I’m in. He’s got secrets, ones I do wish we got a little earlier in the book, but I still loved him. He’s very much “burn the world for her” energy with unwavering devotion to Roan, and that dynamic just works. The tension and banter between them is THICK and so entertaining to read.
The ending leans a bit predictable, but there’s still a solid twist that hooked me right back in and made me want the next book immediately!
Such a fun, fast-paced read that’s perfect when you just want to get lost in something addictive.
Roan is 100% the kind of FMC I’d want as a best friend. She’s determined, fiercely loyal, and her attitude had me cackling the entire time. She brings so much personality to the story and makes every scene better.
Obol? I’m in. He’s got secrets, ones I do wish we got a little earlier in the book, but I still loved him. He’s very much “burn the world for her” energy with unwavering devotion to Roan, and that dynamic just works. The tension and banter between them is THICK and so entertaining to read.
The ending leans a bit predictable, but there’s still a solid twist that hooked me right back in and made me want the next book immediately!
Such a fun, fast-paced read that’s perfect when you just want to get lost in something addictive.
May 9, 2026
A Red Riding Hood retelling? Where have you been my whole life!
-Paranormal romance
-Werewolves & witches
-Small town
-Forced proximity
-Magic
-Fairytale retelling
-Spice
I loved this retelling, filled with banter, underground fights, spice, suspense - I ate this one up!
When our FMC takes a loan to take care of her and her grandma, she realizes how bad the group she borrowed from are. Who does she turn to? Her new neighbor, with a mission of his own!
This is book 1 in a duet, and after that ending I’m dying for book 2!
Highly recommend for any romantasy, paranormal romance, or wolf shifter romance lovers!
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-Paranormal romance
-Werewolves & witches
-Small town
-Forced proximity
-Magic
-Fairytale retelling
-Spice
I loved this retelling, filled with banter, underground fights, spice, suspense - I ate this one up!
When our FMC takes a loan to take care of her and her grandma, she realizes how bad the group she borrowed from are. Who does she turn to? Her new neighbor, with a mission of his own!
This is book 1 in a duet, and after that ending I’m dying for book 2!
Highly recommend for any romantasy, paranormal romance, or wolf shifter romance lovers!
*Check TW’s*
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March 29, 2026This was a fun (adult) spin on Red Riding Hood with several paranormal features. Spice was delivered pretty early on, around 15% and the banter was great! The MMC is protective and has a wicked mouth. To anyone looking for a werewolf/shifter romance, this one’s a great addition to your TBR.
Read this for:
-paranormal romance
-werewolves
-magic
-Red Riding Hood retelling
-forced proximity
-small town
-one bed
-“touch her/him and die”
-“who did this to you?”
-“eyes up here” & “good girl”
-“f*ck it” & “mine”
Read this for:
-paranormal romance
-werewolves
-magic
-Red Riding Hood retelling
-forced proximity
-small town
-one bed
-“touch her/him and die”
-“who did this to you?”
-“eyes up here” & “good girl”
-“f*ck it” & “mine”
May 6, 2026
3.5 stars rounded up!
This fairy tale retelling was a fun palate cleanser and the perfect “vibes read” to break up my longer form fantasy TBR! It was completely out of my comfort zone as someone who reads absolutely no small town romance and very little urban fantasy and yet I ate it up!
This is the perfect book for a book club or group of book besties looking for a quick read to chat about and google over!
I highly recommend going in blind and letting the vibes take the lead!
This fairy tale retelling was a fun palate cleanser and the perfect “vibes read” to break up my longer form fantasy TBR! It was completely out of my comfort zone as someone who reads absolutely no small town romance and very little urban fantasy and yet I ate it up!
This is the perfect book for a book club or group of book besties looking for a quick read to chat about and google over!
I highly recommend going in blind and letting the vibes take the lead!
May 5, 2026
This was so fun! I loved the humor and I very much preferred this story to the original Little Red Riding Hood 🤣 I’m excited there is a second book!
May 1, 2026
Red's Hood is a contemporary retelling of Little Red Riding Hood. As expected Red's Hood takes the story and flips it on its head. Red's Hood involves wolf shifters (werewolves) and moon witches and destructive packs.
Roan is our Little Red, living with her Gran in a trailer park living with her past mistakes. Gran is protective over Roan and works to keep her safe in any ways she can. There have been wolf attacks around the community and Gran wants to do nothing more then to protect her granddaughter. Meanwhile Roan is working to keep herself afloat with her wages at the bar while struggling to pay off her debts. Things take an unexpected turn when she meets Obol. It all escalates at first with the attraction of the pair that ends up in some spicy exchanges in the alley. Still this isn't a quick romance of fated mates from the start. Roan is witty and sharp tongued and refuses to let Obol be her knight in shining armor.
For me the story went a little slow but as it continued it really took off in impressive ways. This paranormal romance is right and perfect for any reader that wants their spice. their werewolves, their banter, their drama, their suspense, and "Mine" tropes all in one amazing retelling. If you want a spicy witty retelling of Little Red Riding Hood in a recent setting I highly recommend Red's Hood. Until next time, happy reading!
Roan is our Little Red, living with her Gran in a trailer park living with her past mistakes. Gran is protective over Roan and works to keep her safe in any ways she can. There have been wolf attacks around the community and Gran wants to do nothing more then to protect her granddaughter. Meanwhile Roan is working to keep herself afloat with her wages at the bar while struggling to pay off her debts. Things take an unexpected turn when she meets Obol. It all escalates at first with the attraction of the pair that ends up in some spicy exchanges in the alley. Still this isn't a quick romance of fated mates from the start. Roan is witty and sharp tongued and refuses to let Obol be her knight in shining armor.
For me the story went a little slow but as it continued it really took off in impressive ways. This paranormal romance is right and perfect for any reader that wants their spice. their werewolves, their banter, their drama, their suspense, and "Mine" tropes all in one amazing retelling. If you want a spicy witty retelling of Little Red Riding Hood in a recent setting I highly recommend Red's Hood. Until next time, happy reading!
March 27, 2026
If you love small-town paranormal romance with bite (literally), Red’s Hood is such a fun ride.
Roan Brown absolutely stole the show for me. She’s sassy, witty, and genuinely funny. Actually laugh-out-loud funny. Her inner dialogue and comebacks had me cackling more than once. Honestly, she felt so real that at times it felt like I was reading a version of myself on the page, which made her even easier to love.
And Obol?? Ugh, I loved him. He’s that perfect mix of soft and protective, but still knows when to be firm. His dynamic with Roan was everything—the banter, the tension, the way they balance each other. Their relationship felt natural and engaging from the start.
The pacing in the first part of the book was really strong and kept me hooked. Around the last quarter, it does jump around a bit with time skips as Roan processes her grief. I understand why it was done. It moves the story forward without dragging things out—but it did feel a little choppy at times. I think it just could’ve been a bit smoother in execution.
That said, this is a fantastic debut, and I’m genuinely excited to see where the story goes next. The world has so much potential, and I’m already invested in what’s coming.
Roan Brown absolutely stole the show for me. She’s sassy, witty, and genuinely funny. Actually laugh-out-loud funny. Her inner dialogue and comebacks had me cackling more than once. Honestly, she felt so real that at times it felt like I was reading a version of myself on the page, which made her even easier to love.
And Obol?? Ugh, I loved him. He’s that perfect mix of soft and protective, but still knows when to be firm. His dynamic with Roan was everything—the banter, the tension, the way they balance each other. Their relationship felt natural and engaging from the start.
The pacing in the first part of the book was really strong and kept me hooked. Around the last quarter, it does jump around a bit with time skips as Roan processes her grief. I understand why it was done. It moves the story forward without dragging things out—but it did feel a little choppy at times. I think it just could’ve been a bit smoother in execution.
That said, this is a fantastic debut, and I’m genuinely excited to see where the story goes next. The world has so much potential, and I’m already invested in what’s coming.
March 27, 2026
I had the absolute pleasure of Alpha reading this book last year and I was HOOKED. It is a Red Riding Hood retelling but an urban version with wolf shifters. The concept feels fresh and unique. I went into it blind and I truly feel that’s the best way to have the ultimate experience because I don’t want to give away a single detail. But the main character Roan (Red) is a bartender at the local restaurant and she’s working to pay off a loan that she took out from a crowd that’s less than savory. She lives in a trailer park with her granny who is her absolute whole world . Then enters Obol a newcomer to town and though Roan is attracted to him she’s cautious. As an MMC he’s everything you’d want- tall, dark, handsome, mysterious.
They don’t hit it off right away but when they do, it’s HOT. Then the secrets begin to unravel, with things of fairytales hiding in plain sight. Life as Roan knows it gets turned upside down. I didn’t expect this book to take me through the rollercoaster of emotions that it did. I look forward to every book that comes after because it definitely leaves you at the edge of your seat BEGGING for more!
They don’t hit it off right away but when they do, it’s HOT. Then the secrets begin to unravel, with things of fairytales hiding in plain sight. Life as Roan knows it gets turned upside down. I didn’t expect this book to take me through the rollercoaster of emotions that it did. I look forward to every book that comes after because it definitely leaves you at the edge of your seat BEGGING for more!
April 21, 2026
I devoured this book. Red’s Hood is everything I want in a paranormal romance and more. It takes a Red Riding Hood retelling and turns it into something darker, addictive, and impossible to put down.
Roan absolutely made this story for me. She’s sarcastic, bold, and genuinely funny in a way that feels effortless. Her inner dialogue had me laughing out loud, but she also has so much depth that makes you really feel everything she’s going through. She felt real in a way that made it so easy to connect with her.
And Obol… I’m obsessed. He’s protective, intense, and soft in all the right moments. The chemistry between him and Roan was perfect. The banter, the tension, the emotional buildup, it all just worked. Their relationship pulled me in from the start and never let go.
The pacing kept me hooked the entire time. Even in the later part of the book where the story shifts and emotions hit harder, I was completely invested. If anything, it made me want more time in this world, not less.
This is such a strong debut, and I already know I’ll be reading whatever comes next. The world, the characters, the tension… I need more immediately.
Roan absolutely made this story for me. She’s sarcastic, bold, and genuinely funny in a way that feels effortless. Her inner dialogue had me laughing out loud, but she also has so much depth that makes you really feel everything she’s going through. She felt real in a way that made it so easy to connect with her.
And Obol… I’m obsessed. He’s protective, intense, and soft in all the right moments. The chemistry between him and Roan was perfect. The banter, the tension, the emotional buildup, it all just worked. Their relationship pulled me in from the start and never let go.
The pacing kept me hooked the entire time. Even in the later part of the book where the story shifts and emotions hit harder, I was completely invested. If anything, it made me want more time in this world, not less.
This is such a strong debut, and I already know I’ll be reading whatever comes next. The world, the characters, the tension… I need more immediately.
May 10, 2026
I absolutely loved reading Red’s Hood! From the very first chapters, I was completely hooked and honestly could not put it down. The story felt so fun and exciting to read, with the perfect mix of romance, mystery, tension, and humor that kept me turning pages nonstop.
Obol and Roan’s chemistry was incredible — their banter, connection, and tension made every scene between them so enjoyable. I found myself constantly wanting to know what would happen next. The fairytale retelling mixed with paranormal elements was done so well and felt fresh and addictive.
This book is a true page-turner that kept me entertained the entire time, and I already can’t wait to read more from this author! Highly recommend for anyone who loves paranormal romance with amazing chemistry and a gripping storyline.
Obol and Roan’s chemistry was incredible — their banter, connection, and tension made every scene between them so enjoyable. I found myself constantly wanting to know what would happen next. The fairytale retelling mixed with paranormal elements was done so well and felt fresh and addictive.
This book is a true page-turner that kept me entertained the entire time, and I already can’t wait to read more from this author! Highly recommend for anyone who loves paranormal romance with amazing chemistry and a gripping storyline.
April 4, 2026
Interesting take on Red Riding Hood and there was call back to the story. Cute and funny at times. The story was engaging enough to keep reading and the plot was gasping for air. BUT .....The romance was very nice, but to me, didnt fit the characters in the author's description. So the chemistry didn't hit for me the way I know it could have .The banter was cute and I will be catching up with the 2nd book to see their new adventure.
April 23, 2026
RED'S HOOD was such a fun read (I've read it twice now). It was spicy, mysterious, and well paced. The spice hits early but carries throughout and is laced in the MMC's protective nature - he even pulls out a "mine" card and you will melt.
Paranormal romance lovers with small town feels will devour this one!
🐺 Shifter romance
🌙 Fast burn
🐺 Small Town
🌙 Mystery
🐺 Moon magic
Paranormal romance lovers with small town feels will devour this one!
🐺 Shifter romance
🌙 Fast burn
🐺 Small Town
🌙 Mystery
🐺 Moon magic
April 26, 2026
Captivating book. Literally finished this is 2 evenings. A real book full of action from the start and a wonderful twist to Red Riding hood with a modern look. I lived Reds’ character Roan and how she became a strong woman that knows what she wants and realizes she has a lot t deal with./ including secrets she isn’t even aware of. If you love one bed, werewolves, found family, and mated lovers. This is definitely your book
May 5, 2026
Small town paranormal shifter romance that’s super bingeable and all about the vibes. A little cringe at times and definitely predictable, but still a fun, easy read that I enjoyed.
✨Paranormal Romance
✨Shifter Romance
✨Little Red Riding Hood Vibes
✨Small Town
✨Secrets & Mystery
🌶️🌶️
✨Fast Burn
✨”Mine”
✨Paranormal Romance
✨Shifter Romance
✨Little Red Riding Hood Vibes
✨Small Town
✨Secrets & Mystery
🌶️🌶️
✨Fast Burn
✨”Mine”
March 31, 2026
Started this thinking I’d read one chapter but ended up sacrificing my sleep, my responsibilities, my sanity, and my wife’s time…This book is way too addicting. If it doesn’t blow up, I’m rioting. Highly recommend.
April 3, 2026
Sexy, unique, intriguing. This was lots of fun. The plot wasn’t super in depth and a bit repetitive, but if you’re looking for a fun, easy fantasy that involves wolves - this is for you. It almost reminded me of a fanfic.
March 31, 2026
it’s the kind of story you just fly through. Even though it’s fictional, it feels so real and vivid, like you’re right there with the characters. Definitely an engaging and enjoyable read.
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