I was disappointed in How to Help a Hungry Werewolf. I was looking forward to this read because I really enjoyed the premise and it came out just in time for Fall/Halloween, but the writing just didn't do it for me. It felt immature and the characters were difficult to like at time. This book just wasn't really for me.

I adored this novel, it was imaginative, sexy and fun! Charlotte Stein creates her own world and rules in this modern day paranormal. Stein’s writing is evocative, entertaining and exciting! This novel is a well paced, witch/werewolf, second chance paranormal romance that ripples with tension and sizzles with chemistry. Stein’s characters leap off the page and the circumstances are fun and unique to Stein’s world. I loved that Stein is able to balance lighthearted and intense moments giving the reader the balance between a modern tone romance with a paranormal and magical world. I loved the tension between the hero and heroine, these two past friends learn to trust each other again, and watching their mating dance is sexy and sensual! If you are in the mood for a fun and sensual paranormal romance that Charlotte Stein’s How to Help a Hungry Werewolf delivers! I am excited to see where Stein grows this world!

Thank you to NetGalley for an eARC, all thoughts and opinions are my own!

Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for an advanced e-copy of How to Help a Hungry Werewolf, in exchange for an honest review.

How to Help a Hungry Werewolf by Charlotte Stein is a fun enemies-to-lovers romance with a mix of childhood friends and a touch of bully romance. Set in a charming, offbeat town, the story offers a unique paranormal twist that makes a very interesting read. The writing style is light and playful, with short, punchy sentences full of humor and attitude. This style might be a hit for some readers who enjoy a fast-paced, snappy tone, but others might find it a bit over-the-top or repetitive. I found myself somewhere in the middle.

Even though the writing might not be for everyone, the book does a great job of building up intriguing storylines for future books in the series, which kept me interested. The romance is sweet and steamy, and the characters have great chemistry, making their relationship fun to follow. The paranormal aspects add some extra charm to the story, while the mix of humor and spice keeps things engaging.

Overall, How to Help a Hungry Werewolf is an enjoyable read for anyone looking for a lighthearted, quirky paranormal romance with plenty of heart. Fans of enemies-to-lovers and supernatural romance will likely find it a fun escape.
3.5 Stars!

This was a rolllllercoaster, great start, weirdish middle, decentish end. I can't decide if I like it or not. It does have a raccoon, and solely for that, it got a star. I will read anything with a raccoon.

3.5 rounded up to four

Arc received from the publisher; all thoughts and opinions are my own. I have purchased my own physical copy of this one.

I loved this! I will admit, what drew me to it was the raccoon on the cover because they're my favorite animal... and TALKING RACCOONS? Immediately a new favorite!

This was my first by this author, and I think it might be my last. I wasn’t a fan of the writing style or voice, not to mention some of the questionable beginning things. When it can med own to it I found myself trying to speed read to get to the end.

The story had a really cute concept that drew me in, but the writing style threw me out of the story so much that I struggled to trudge through it. I wanted to like this story, and may try and come back to it down the road.

As far as erotica goes, this was hot, the steam was there and I dug it. However, I was not really a fan of the book, I did not love that the love interest fat shamed her in high school and was a bully, *spoilers we all saw coming* it was of course a misunderstanding but that's not really explained until right before the end of the book, I wish it had been cleared up at the beginning or just not included in the first place. I found some of the book charming and funny, but a lot of it felt very juvenile and if it weren't for the explicit sexual situations, I honestly would have pegged this as YA.

First and foremost, the cover!!! Love it so much! I love a book that features a FMC that is plus sized. That got an immediate check! Then I saw the raccoon and fell in love. I mean how can you not love little trash pandas?! And of course the MMC and noticing his werewolf nails. I picked this one up right before Halloween and it was a great supernatural story. There was wit, steam, a witch and werewolf. How much more could you ask for?! The plot was well written, as were the spicy scenes. I'm a fan of best friends to enemies to second chance lovers. A cute and spooky read, can't wait to read the second book in the series.

2.5⭐️

I don’t know how I feel about this book, it had its moments but overall felt so silly and crazy. It started off interesting and with a decent plot surrounding Cassie becoming a witch and helping her former friend, Sean, who is now a werwolf. But first I couldn’t believe she would let Sean back into her life after he hurt her so badly. Like she forgave him way too easily. Then the plot eventually got lost in a lust filled haze where there was just so much of them thinking about sex and then having sex. I’m a fan of a smutty book as much as the next person, but I guess I just wasn’t expecting it this much in this book, nor to have this much miscommunication surrounding it. Cassie and Sean could not properly communicate their feelings and lust for each other and it started to annoy me. By the end I didn’t really care for Cassie or Sean.

Overall, this book had its moments but the characters kind of ruined it for me.

Cassandra Camberwell returns to Hollow Brook intending to clear out her late
grandmother’s house, not expecting her former best friend Seth Brubaker. He had tormented her in high school, and she's sure he plans to do so now. But he's actually a werewolf and thinks she’s the witch that will ease his suffering. Because Cassie can't trust him anymore, Seth will teach her about magic in exchange for the potions he needs. That seems fair until they're with a do-or-die mating bond. They're determined not to give in to it, but maybe it's not so bad...

We see the actual devastating and final humiliation that Seth had dealt in high school, and anyone who had ever been bullied will know how horrible it had felt, especially after years of friendship. When Seth shows up at her grandmother's home desperate for the potions her grandmother used to make, Cassie sees part of the transformation for herself and understands his motives for being there. She once concocted odd recipes as a child when she spent time with her grandmother, but stopped long ago. Her magic comes out through cooking and baking, and Seth encourages her to pick it back up. He also introduces her to world of magical creatures and beings that live in the world, some of which are dangerous.

This is at once a second chance romance and a friends to lovers story. Before the humiliation at the talent show, Seth and Cassie were best friends. They fall back into that same rhythm easily, and take refuge in the fact they can talk to each other about the weirdness of magic. He's protective of her, especially when old bullies resurface, and his feelings for her are revealed. Both are utter dorks in general, making reference to movies and comics, and have an easy camaraderie.

Thank you to NetGalley for this copy.

This book is like a friends to enemies. Then when her grandmother dies its back to friends than to lovers. Her grandmother dies and she finds her old friend sneaking in in the middle of the night. Secrets get told and she finds she is not some plus size normal girl. He has been in love with her forever but she doesn't think he can actually love her because of her size.

This book had me laughing my butt off.it was such a fun read. Everyone needs to stop what they are doing and get this book.

dnf 34%. I tired for over a month to get through this book and I just can't force myself to pick it back up. I'm not enjoying the characters or the story, so I have to stop.

Enemies to lovers, supernatural, and a plus sized FMC. This book has a lot of tropes I love, and it was a light read that I really enjoyed.

I loved the groveling, and I really loved watching Cassie grow into her newly found power.

I loved the idea of this book, but the follow through was disappointing. The plot fell flat for me and didn't all pull together in the end. The bullying element didn't make much sense, his reasoning/excuse and I wanted Cassandra to be a bit more mature and act her age. There were some cringy elements and writing that had me wanting to put this book down. I wish there would have been more depth between the relationship.

Charlotte Stein is back! While I will always love her earlier erotic romances, this paranormal romance with Stein’s trademark wit worked immensely well for me. It’s quirky, delightful and Cassandra is a classic Stein heroine, aka awkward, sarcastic and horny. If you are looking for something completely different, give this a go!

The banter between Cassie and Seth? Gold. Their dialogue was my favorite part of the book.
Loved the dynamic of childhood best friends to rivals to lovers.

The spice was just right—enough to keep things interesting without being over the top.
Overall, How to Help a Hungry Werewolf is a fun, cozy read with a delightful mix of humor, magic, and romance.

I like Charlotte Stein, but I just could not get over the overall premise of this, whereby the 'enemies' part of the MC's relationship to the love interest is predicated on his evil bullying and fatphobia during high school. I couldn't get past it and root for them to end up together, so the book wasn't nearly as fun for me as it was meant to be.

A good book. This book is modern and different. Witty and funny. It was a fast read. I really enjoyed it. A must read!

Ideally, did not know what to expect when I started this book, but was pleasantly surprised with how spicy and raunchy this book turned out to be. Anyone who wants a monster romance with a twist needs to pick this up! It has plus size rep and a werewolf who lusts over his witch friend to the utmost degree.