Wolfsbane by Andrea Cremer
Hardcover, 400 Pages
2011, Philomel
ISBN: 0399254838
Series: Book 2 of Witches War
Synopsis
This thrilling sequel to the much-talked-about Nightshade begins just where it ended-Calla Tor wakes up in the lair of the Searchers, her sworn enemy, and she's certain her days are numbered. But then the Searchers make her an offer-one that gives her the chance to destroy her former masters and save the pack-and the man-she left behind. Is Ren worth the price of her freedom? And will Shay stand by her side no matter what? Now in control of her own destiny, Calla must decide which battles are worth fighting and how many trials true love can endure and still survive.
Review
The thing I absolutely loved about Nightshade was its unique take on werewolf mythology. Wolfsbane continues to expand upon this angle of the story, calling much of what we previously learned into question once we hear the other side of the story. The mythology gets deeper and the unreliable nature of the information's sources leaves the reader free to question the motives behind every action.
The romance angle starts to become more important in Wolfbane. In Nightshade, it was a non-issue given Calla's betrothal to Ren. Her current tie to him is questionable at best, leaving room for Shay to make a more clear move towards her. The book remains in a love triangle quandary of sorts, but happily it also remains in the background for the most part, with the plot driven action in the forefront for the majority of the novel.
Wolfsbane continues the story well and has an ending that will make the reader desperate for the final book in this trilogy. As the stakes get higher, Wolfsbane does well by keeping the focus on the action and mystery. Surprises, loss and betrayal abound, taking readers on a completely unexpected adventure than thrills with every turn.
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