Laurel Leaf , September, 1999
ISBN: 0440226686
Available : New and Used
Blood and Chocolate has become one of the core titles of any teen horror collection. The story follows Vivian, a teenage werewolf who has had to relocate to a Maryland suburb with her pack after an altercation where the actions of a few wild wolves brought the wrath of the human population upon them which resulted in the death of Vivian’s father who was the leader of the pack. Vivian, feeling increasingly distanced from those in the pack in her age range, starts to look outside of her community for friendship and romance. She finds it in Aiden, whose curiosity and openness to the supernatural world makes her think that he might accept her for what she is. This is a well-written book that deserves the popularity that it has earned. Klause has developed Vivian into a strong female character who becomes caught between two worlds that of werewolves and humanity. The pacing is fast and the action stays constant enough that you stay engaged with the story. Recommended. Contains: violence, teen romance.