Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater. © 2009 Scholastic Press. ISBN 0545123267. Hardcover. Young Adult. 400 pages. $17.99 US. [ Purchase ] Source: bought at Borders Books
Description – For years, Grace has watched the wolves in the woods behind her house. One yellow-eyed wolf–her wolf–is a chilling presence she can’t seem to live without. Meanwhile, Sam has lived two lives: In winter, the frozen woods, the protection of the pack, and the silent company of a fearless girl. In summer, a few precious months of being human . . . until the cold makes him shift back again. Now, Grace meets a yellow-eyed boy whose familiarity takes her breath away. It’s her wolf. It has to be. But as winter nears, Sam must fight to stay human–or risk losing himself, and Grace, forever. (Amazon.com)
Review – Shiver is the type of book that you just can’t put down. Stiefvater’s unique take on werewolf lore and lycanthropy is one that makes Shiver a unique and fresh reading experience. Throughout the work, there is a sense of intense desperation and longing to belong. The strangely captivating bond between Grace and Sam instantly sucks you in and makes Shiver an instant favorite.
Rating - 4.5 out of 5 stars!
