"Smith’s blend of supernatural suspense, campy humor, and romantic tension is addictive." — The Horn Book
Fans of best-selling author Cynthia Leitich Smith’s Tantalize quartet will recognize Yoshi, a sexy, freespirited werecat; Clyde, a sarcastic werepossum; and Aimee, a human with shifter connections. Now these three former sidekicks are starring in an adventure of their own, kidnapped and transported to a remote tropical island ruled by an unusual (even by shape-shifter standards) species. The island harbors a grim secret, and predator and prey must join forces in a fight to escape alive.
Teens who favor humorous paranormal romance that never takes itself too seriously will enjoy dialogue that sparkles with wit, filled with both literary and pop-culture references. —Kirkus
Smith takes readers back to the universe of the Tantalize quartet with this sexy, fast-paced new novel...[with] an ending that satisfies and should win her many new fans. —Booklist
Smith’s fantasy smoothly switches between the three protagonists’ perspectives, while expertly blending the mythical and the modern. The story’s sharp banter and edgy plot make for an entertaining and clever story about loyalty and reconciling differences. —Publishers Weekly
Fans of the Tantalize quartet will appreciate this companion novel featuring its supporting cast.... As before, Smith’s blend of supernatural suspense, campy humor, and romantic tension is addictive. —The Horn Book
This fast-paced story, told from various points of view, captures the reader from the start. All three are well-developed, strong characters. This is a book that both genders will want to read. —Library Media Connection
"Smith’s blend of supernatural suspense, campy humor, and romantic tension is addictive." — The Horn Book
Fans of best-selling author Cynthia Leitich Smith’s Tantalize quartet will recognize Yoshi, a sexy, freespirited werecat; Clyde, a sarcastic werepossum; and Aimee, a human with shifter connections. Now these three former sidekicks are starring in an adventure of their own, kidnapped and transported to a remote tropical island ruled by an unusual (even by shape-shifter standards) species. The island harbors a grim secret, and predator and prey must join forces in a fight to escape alive.
Praise
Teens who favor humorous paranormal romance that never takes itself too seriously will enjoy dialogue that sparkles with wit, filled with both literary and pop-culture references. —Kirkus
Smith takes readers back to the universe of the Tantalize quartet with this sexy, fast-paced new novel...[with] an ending that satisfies and should win her many new fans. —Booklist
Smith’s fantasy smoothly switches between the three protagonists’ perspectives, while expertly blending the mythical and the modern. The story’s sharp banter and edgy plot make for an entertaining and clever story about loyalty and reconciling differences. —Publishers Weekly
Fans of the Tantalize quartet will appreciate this companion novel featuring its supporting cast.... As before, Smith’s blend of supernatural suspense, campy humor, and romantic tension is addictive. —The Horn Book
This fast-paced story, told from various points of view, captures the reader from the start. All three are well-developed, strong characters. This is a book that both genders will want to read. —Library Media Connection
