If you loved Santa Clarita Diet on Netflix, pick this quirky book up. Now if you’re unable to suspend reality or going to be overly concerned with the ins and outs of werewolfing then stop right there. This is weird, fun and totally whacky but in a super fast page turning way.

What an amazing book! A feminist romance about a werewolf? Sign me up! I cannot talk about Such Sharp Teeth enough. I had the opportunity to chat with Rachel about it on our podcast, Novel Finds, and it was such fun. Highly recommend for people who like spooky vibes without actually being too scared.

On the drive home one night, a woman hits an animal and is attacked by it when she gets out of the car. The woman survives, but she feels different. She's stronger, craves meat, and the moon has a whole new effect on her.

Such Sharp Teeth is a dark comedy about love, relationships, acceptance, and werewolves. A highly entertaining novel with clever and witty writing.

I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Ok this was a fun read!! I loved it!
Rory has prided herself as being independent and after a difficult childhood she has made a life for herself in Manhattan. When her twin sister whose pregnant calls
her and asks for her help, she packs a bag takes five months off from her job and heads back to her small hometown. When Rory bumps into her childhood friend Ian they share a beer and she drives home. Rory hits an animal in the road. She feels horrible and all she can picture is it being someone’s pet. So she gets out to see if she can help. Before she knows it, she’s being attacked by what she she sees as a bear and she’s chased and bitten by the animal and she wakes up in the hospital. When she arrives back at her sisters she doesn’t feel like herself, she keeps picturing the animal attacking her, and to make matters worse her wound is oozing what she sees as silver, plus she now has some super human strength. Not wanting to stress her pregnant sister out she keeps her changes to herself, she’s falling for her childhood friend and she smells and craves meat! She has come to the conclusion she’s a werewolf! Rory counts down the days until the next full moon and she’s getting worried. We follow Rory whose hilarious by the way as she navigates her new journey as a werewolf all while trying to keep her crazy life some what normal! It’s not easy being a new werewolf! This book was amazing! I loved the new twist on a werewolf story! Please be warned there is a flashback of childhood assault.

As someone who really enjoys werewolf stories, this book was a very fun read. It is nice to have a tale that was more focused on Rory as a lone wolf and her transformation. The story is funny and witty and a quick, fun read.

This book was full of fun and a tiny bit of horror and family relationships and reliving the past and all the good stuff thrown in. It kept me mesmerized in the reading of it and I stayed up very late reading this one! This was also a kind of less gruesome werewolf story, so those that don't like a lot of blood and gore may like this one if they are dabbling in different fantasy worlds.
Great fun and Rachel Harrison always shows a great beginning and end to her books to make the books come alive.

Thank you to netgalley and the publisher for a copy to read and review

Thanks to NetGalley & Berkley for the copy in exchange for an honest review.

Rory visits her old hometown to support her sister who's having a baby only to get bitten by a werewolf on the way home. Now she must recover from the trauma and come to terms with her new lifestyle.

Fantastic werewolf story! No wolf pack drama, only some drama toward the end over the wolf who bit Rory in the first place--so if you're like me and prefer lone wolf stories this is a perfect one.

And I'm just happy it was an *actual* werewolf and not a metaphorical werewolf. I keep running into those for some reason....

Rory was a really fun character and had great banter with every character, so it was always entertaining reading her thoughts.

The characters were all strong, flawed people and they felt very real, but not in a depressing way. They persevered despite their flaws and struggles! Even the mother--who is definitely not the greatest mom--felt very understandable despite the horrors she put her daughters through. I still hated her as a person, but it was great to see how Rory struggled with her perspectives on her mother and even her sister.

Great book, I'll have to check out the author's other works!

Just when I was thinking I needed something *lighter* after my last few reads ... in comes SUCH SHARP TEETH. Werewolf novels are a bit of a hit and miss at times but this one is EXACTLY what I needed and I am now living for Harrison. 🐺

Let's be clear - while this is definitely a werewolf story, the real story is between Rory and her *ahem* inner demons *ahem*. *Ba dum tiss*. 😏Rory's relationships with her twin sister, her mother and love interest, Ian, are the real stars here. This line of the synopsis is perfect: "This darkly comedic love story is a brilliant layered portrait of trauma, rage, and vulnerability." I couldn't agree more.

My favorite part of this story is Rory's snarky personality and her "oh, I'm a werewolf now" casual response to her new lifestyle. Almost too casual sometimes .. especially in how people respond to the news, but it's also what I truly loved about this novel as well. A werewolf rom-com? I mean, who knew?! And the dialogue/banter between Rory and Ian... I've found a new #bookboyfriend in Ian. Fight me.

At the end of the full moon, what we have is a novel about love and acceptance - from within and with others. Harrison is the perfect author for those who need their horror on the lighter side of the moon. *wink*

"Such Sharp Teeth is a great book to put on your read list this October. Harrison’s monster story will give you chills, and Rory’s story of growth and change will warm you right up. I think pretty much anybody will enjoy Such Sharp Teeth. I definitely recommend it for this spooky season or any time of year." (See link for full review)

Rachel Harrison proves over and over how she can take a trope and make it entirely her own. SUCH SHARP TEETH is a wonderful twist on the werewolf stories we love and offers us a glimpse from another perspective. I loved watching our main character navigate both the physical and emotional changes of her new life. The relationships she has, especially with her twin sister, are so intricate and important to the story. And they are fun to read! With her being a werewolf and her sister being pregnant, the control over one's own body is definitely a theme throughout. It's witty and funny, two of Harrison's elements she excels in writing. I cannot wait to see what she tackles next!

This was absolutely wonderful. Only Rachel Harrison could write a werewolf novel that could make me feel so seen.

Pure spooky fun! A romance that isn't icky, a paranormal plot that felt real. This is great for anyone seeking out a Halloween-themed read for October, or a romance that is a bit "off the beaten path".

Thank you to NetGalley for the advance reader copy of this book. What a fantastic story. Totally different from what I typically read, but I really loved it. The twists and surprises make for a super fast read. I'm definitely going to read more of this author. 4.5 stars rounded up to 5.

Thanks Penguin Random House, Berkley Publishing Group, and Rachel Harrison for the issue I read through NetGalley.

2 and a half stars.

When I read the synopsis of the book I imagined a story, a way of dealing with the issues and I think it is because of that that I was so disappointed. If you're looking for a light novel, that deals with some serious topics rather lightly, that won't delve into anything that's written very well... it's a good book! And I'm not saying it in a derogatory way, simply that sometimes we need that kind of reading that distracts us for a while and that is "pochoclero". That's how I felt, and I'm very sorry because I felt that I could have a lot of potential.

The whole theme of the bite, of the GREAT change that Aurora begins to experience, were not the central thing, when the synopsis sells that. This topic was secondary, tertiary and I didn't like that... it's what I was looking for.

It was a romance book, with a bit of supernatural events here and there, family problems, very sensitive issues (SPOILEEEEEEEEEEEEEER) child abuse, which I don't think has been treated so well and even there is no warning about these topics. It is something delicate.

The fact of accepting what one is, being able to control it or not, facing what one has to live was something totally secondary, that is why I felt that I did not connect, because the synopsis allowed us to see that it was going to go that way and it was not.

However, if you get the chance, I would like you to give it a try!

It will also be reviewed on instagram magui.world

**4.5-stars rounded up**

Such Sharp Teeth follows Rory Morris. Rory is somewhat reluctantly returning to her hometown to support her sister, Scarlett, through her pregnancy. Scarlett is currently estranged from the baby's father and living alone. Rory moved away for a reason though and isn't crazy about being back, but she figures she should suck it up for a bit in order to help her sister. It's the right thing to do and doesn't hurt to be a good person once in a while.

Regardless, like many of us who have moved away from our hometowns, to return just feels weird. You're out of place, life has move on without you. You feel so removed. In an effort to re-acclimate herself, she heads to a local bar, as you do. Seriously, that would be my first stop. There are faces there she hasn't seen in years. Some look real good, like the bartender and one time almost-flame, Ian.

Maybe this won't be so bad after all...

On her way home from the bar that night, as her mind is racing over the surreal nature of her evening, Rory hits something with her car. Shocked and a bit unsure, she gets out to investigate. Apparently, Rory has never watched a Horror movie before. The next thing she knows, she's on the ground being viciously attacked.

Awaking in the hospital, Rory doesn't remember much, just the feeling of tearing flesh and a distinct, gamey odor. The explanation offered up is that she was attacked by and then fought off a bear. Okay, Rory doesn't necessarily think that was it, but what her mind is leaning towards is too crazy to even say, no one will believe her.

Recovering from her accident, in the following days, Rory notices some changes within herself. She deals with them alone, again, she doesn't want everyone to think she is crazier than they already do. As the full moon arrives, however, it can no longer be ignored. Rory can't control it. It can't be denied, Rory has found herself in the midst of a werewolf tale and she's the star. Ughhh, just her luck.

Such Sharp Teeth was such a delightful surprise. I love Rachel Harrison's brand of 'Horror with Heart' and this one is the perfect example of that style. Harrison excels at body horror, of which there is plenty within these pages, all while meshing it perfectly with everyday, relatable life issues. Her characters are so well done. I never have a problem connecting with her mains and Rory is no exception.

This story feels contemporary, and it is, but with one horrifying thing happening to Rory, it changes the entire tone. It's funny, heart-warming, heart-breaking and addicting. This is easily the most unique werewolf story that I've ever read. It was so much fun to go along with Rory as she comes to grips with what is happening to her and tries to find a way to deal with it. Rory needed to get control of her life before the incident, but the stakes are raised for sure by the attack.

I would definitely recommend this one to anyone who enjoys humorous horror, or body horror. It's a quick read and completely engaging throughout. Thank you so much to the publisher, Berkley Books, for providing me with a copy to read and review. I cannot wait to see what Harrison delivers next!!

If you are looking for a last-minute fall-reading pick, this is the book for you.

The plot starts like an old romantic comedy. The lead character Rory leaves her fancy apartment and the job she loves in Manhattan. She returns to her hometown to help out with the family. One night, Rory is at the local bar, and she runs into a boy she grew up with. He's still into her. He's cute, but she's always been a little distant. But he's gotten more attractive while she was away. So, we're solidly in 'Sweet Home Alabama' territory.

And then she leaves the bar. She's driving home. She hits an animal in the middle of the road. She gets out to investigate. And she's attacked by -- something. She wakes up in the hospital.

And then we're into a werewolf story.

This is a smart, scary, but also funny book about a woman who finds herself turning into a she-wolf. It's got things to say about our time of rage and body-shape positivity.

This is the second book from Rachel Harrison. Her first was a witch story that won a nomination for a Bram Stoker Award.

We thoroughly enjoyed this book and featured it in the 14 October episode of our podcast 'The Library of Lost Time. — https://strongsenseofplace.podbean.com/e/lolt-the-island-walk-on-pei-new-books/

I have read everything Rachel Harrison has written and absolutely loved it. Such Sharp Teeth is the next volume of her published brilliance. Absolutely loved it! What a great twist!

I've been searching for a good werewolf story and finally found it.

SUCH SHARP TEETH takes off quickly when Rory, who has returned to her hometown to help her single and pregnant twin sister, is attacked by a werewolf. Soon after she notices some new quirks and abilities--she's incredibly strong, only craves meat, can no longer wear silver, and heals superhumanly fast. When the first new moon comes around and she transforms, Rory is thrown for a loop as she realizes her life will never be the same.

This read is intelligent, funny, and wholly engaging. Rory's transformation to a werewolf cleverly mirrors the changes to her sister's body and life through pregnancy. The author also uses Rory's abilities to address themes of powerlessness and strength. She also deftly handles topics of childhood trauma, family dynamics, mother-daughter relationships, and what it means to have agency. There is also a wonderful romance threaded throughout.

If you want a book that will keep you up all night reading, look no further! I look forward to reading other books by this author.

I’m not really sure what to think of this one. It’s nothing like I thought it would be. There is a fun werewolf plot, but I wish the story was *mostly* a werewolf plot. The werewolf part of the story competes with complicated family issues, strained relationships, and a miserable pregnancy for the top storyline.

I mean, it was okay. This was my second attempt at reading it, it just didn’t hold my attention enough the first time and I made myself finish it this time. It may be an “it’s not you, it’s me” situation, but it is more likely a case of the story trying to be too many things all at once.

The author has an interesting writing style: her language is quite blunt, which didn’t lend itself to a deep connection with any of the characters. I think that a less severe/more descriptive style might have smoothed the roughness of so many different tough things going on and helped me fall into the story a little bit.

I received a digital copy of this book for review from the publisher via NetGalley. Thank you for the opportunity to read and review, Berkley!

Thank you PRH Audio for my #gifted audiobook. Thank you Berkley and Let's Talk Books Promo for my #gifted electronic copy.

If you enjoy YA (not scary) horror, this book is for you. I really enjoyed the storyline and main character. However, the cover and description gives "spooky" vibes and this book is definitely a feel-good werewolf book.