By These Ten Bones by Clare B. Dunkle,

Book Description: A mysterious young man has come to a small Highland town. His talent for wood carving soon wins the admiration of the weaver's daughter, Maddie. Fascinated by the silent carver, she sets out to gain his trust, only to find herself drawn into a terrifying secret that threatens everything she loves.

There is an evil presence in the carver's life that cannot be controlled, and Maddie watches her town fall under a shadow. One by one, people begin to die. Caught in the middle, Maddie must decide what matters most to her-and what price she is willing to pay to keep it.

Review: This stand alone is another strong novel from Dunkle. It?s a great little piece of YA horror that offers an interesting new twist on werewolves. It has everything you could want from a horror novel; atmosphere, great characters, and an engrossing plot. It has some gruesome moments for a YA book but these contribute to the atmosphere of the book and are not done for shock value. I?ve never read a book by this author that I haven?t liked. If you are looking to try something by this author By These Ten Bones and The Hollow Kingdom are both good places to start.

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