Confessions of a Werewolf Supermodel
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Book Description
SHE'S A WOLF IN CHIC CLOTHING...
Supermodel Lou Kinipski seems to have it all. But beauty is only skin deep—and sometimes Lou's porcelain complexion can get a bit hairy. The only thing worse than a furry fashion faux-pas? Fangs in her million-dollar smile. That's what happened six months ago, when Lou had her first outbreak. But now that she's at the height of her career she absolutely must find a cure... So what's a single werewolf gotta do?
AND SHE BRINGS OUT THE ANIMAL IN MEN.
Then a sexy detective comes knocking on her door. Two women who bear an eerie resemblance to Lou have been killed—something with teeth and claws tore them apart. Is it a coincidence that the grisly murders have taken place during the same time as Lou's own outbreaks? With a killer at her heels and another outbreak just a concealer-wand's distance away, Lou is soon in a race to discover truths about her own murky past. And before it's all over, she may be forced to show the world that her bark is nothing compared to her bite...
Book Description
SHE'S A WOLF IN CHIC CLOTHING...
Supermodel Lou Kinipski seems to have it all. But beauty is only skin deep—and sometimes Lou's porcelain complexion can get a bit hairy. The only thing worse than a furry fashion faux-pas? Fangs in her million-dollar smile. That's what happened six months ago, when Lou had her first outbreak. But now that she's at the height of her career she absolutely must find a cure... So what's a single werewolf gotta do?
AND SHE BRINGS OUT THE ANIMAL IN MEN.
Then a sexy detective comes knocking on her door. Two women who bear an eerie resemblance to Lou have been killed—something with teeth and claws tore them apart. Is it a coincidence that the grisly murders have taken place during the same time as Lou's own outbreaks? With a killer at her heels and another outbreak just a concealer-wand's distance away, Lou is soon in a race to discover truths about her own murky past. And before it's all over, she may be forced to show the world that her bark is nothing compared to her bite...
On the night of her senior prom, shy, awkward Shelly Billington discovers that she has the ability to shapeshift into a werewolf, particularly when she's feeling scared or threatened. Unfortunately, that was the first and only time she's fully transformed, and superjock Tom Dawson paid with his life that night. Granted he had attempted to rape her and her rage took over, but still...
Now 7 years later, having fled that small town in Texas where it all went down, she's changed her name, her identity, and—one of the fortunate side effects of the change—her looks. She's now Lou Kinipski, successful supermodel living in a swanky high-rise in New York City. For the past 6 months however, Lou's been having strange nightmares... and strange "hairy" outbreaks that coincide with the moon's cycle. And two women who look very much like Lou have been murdered. I think her past is about to catch up with her... now!!!
I had recently read the Midnight Pleasures anthology, which included a short story by Ronda Thompson. That was my first introduction to this author and I really liked her style. I expect to eventually read her Wild Wulfs of London historical romance series via bookrings from CandyDarling, but was quite happy to find this stand-alone novel by Ms. Thompson which was just published last month. I do hope she decides to continue these characters in a series of their own as I really liked this book a lot.
I'd say it leaned more towards paranormal chick-lit, in the style of MaryJanice Davidson's Betsy Taylor series, as opposed to paranormal romance. We didn't have any sappy happily-ever romance/relationship issues. Lou's got her own real-life problems, but prefers to let the world think she's just an airhead supermodel with no brains. Her best friend Cindy is a lesbian, a makeup artist, and knew her back when she was still Shelly Billington. The many situations they get themselves into are touching, humorous, and fun. I truly enjoyed this book!!
This is now reserved for the Thank Goddess for PUF Swap (11/07) on BookObsessed.
Now 7 years later, having fled that small town in Texas where it all went down, she's changed her name, her identity, and—one of the fortunate side effects of the change—her looks. She's now Lou Kinipski, successful supermodel living in a swanky high-rise in New York City. For the past 6 months however, Lou's been having strange nightmares... and strange "hairy" outbreaks that coincide with the moon's cycle. And two women who look very much like Lou have been murdered. I think her past is about to catch up with her... now!!!
I had recently read the Midnight Pleasures anthology, which included a short story by Ronda Thompson. That was my first introduction to this author and I really liked her style. I expect to eventually read her Wild Wulfs of London historical romance series via bookrings from CandyDarling, but was quite happy to find this stand-alone novel by Ms. Thompson which was just published last month. I do hope she decides to continue these characters in a series of their own as I really liked this book a lot.
I'd say it leaned more towards paranormal chick-lit, in the style of MaryJanice Davidson's Betsy Taylor series, as opposed to paranormal romance. We didn't have any sappy happily-ever romance/relationship issues. Lou's got her own real-life problems, but prefers to let the world think she's just an airhead supermodel with no brains. Her best friend Cindy is a lesbian, a makeup artist, and knew her back when she was still Shelly Billington. The many situations they get themselves into are touching, humorous, and fun. I truly enjoyed this book!!
This is now reserved for the Thank Goddess for PUF Swap (11/07) on BookObsessed.
Journal Entry 3 by CheriePie at BookObsessed Swap in USPS, By Mail/Post/Courier -- Controlled Releases on Wednesday, December 26, 2007
Released 16 yrs ago (12/26/2007 UTC) at BookObsessed Swap in USPS, By Mail/Post/Courier -- Controlled Releases
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Azuki won this in the November PUF Swap on BookObsessed.com. Mailed on 12/26/07 via USPS Parcel Post, along with a little something else I thought she might like. :)
Azuki won this in the November PUF Swap on BookObsessed.com. Mailed on 12/26/07 via USPS Parcel Post, along with a little something else I thought she might like. :)
Dear Cherie, I am so moved. The "little extra something" actually makes up the bulk of the box!! The werewolf is now heavily, and heavenly, scented in lavender. : D Thanks so much!! Thanks, a thousand times over!
This was quite the perfect summer read for my recent vacation, entertaining and engaging. When the reminding pages get thinner, however, I began to wonder how the author was going to wrap up the story, as there was no way she could satifactorily tidy up everything in time. Well, she didn't, there are enough loose ends left to guarantee a sequel. Nonetheless, it's a delicious read on its own and I would gladly pick up the next book in the series.
Thanks again Cherie and hope your move goes well.
Thanks again Cherie and hope your move goes well.
Azuki brought this to me when we met up at the Miami Book Fair International this evening. Thanks very much. I'll add it to the stack of books to be read.
