Review: Filled with twists and turns.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 07 1, 2014
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.The cover art is earie and was a huge attraction!  In her dedication the author thanks what I think are her beta readers, love their name, "Bump in the Night Crew".We start "Beasthood" in the Barker residence where we're introduced to Jaz (Jasmine) and a blood curdling introduction it was!Then we fast forward to one year later and there we see Jaz visiting her therapist.  As part of her therapy, Jaz has to keep to keep a diary, which was great because we also get to find out more about Jaz , who she is,  what she is, her family and friends.  Her friends sound entertaining, and even though they're very different, they share a tight bond.Jaz's aunt Erica (her father's sister) whom she's never met, heard of, or even seen a pic of, suddenly appears to visit.  Surely Jaz must be suspicious because there's tension in the air and her mom seems rather fearful at times. To be honest, this aunt creeps me out a bit, there's something "off" about this aunt.  Well aunt Erika invites Jaz to go on a trip, I wouldn't go, but Jaz feels her aunt has been there for her and that she's been supportive, she also enjoys her company.  So we're off to " Deer Creek" with Jaz and Aunt Erika.Damn, I knew something was off with this aunt!  Jaz is basically kept prisoner claiming it's for her protection and to explain who and what she is *yikes*There are a few shocking and startling revelations that I can imagine must've left Jaz reeling in shock!Jaz tried to fight her "heritage" and "destiny" but she finally embraces it or rather accepts it.  I think our alpha male or pack leader, Nik, who's rather yummy, may have something to do with it ♥Again we're surprised and shocked with yet another twist to the tale!"Beasthood" was a different take on the traditional werewolf/shapeshifter phenomenon. Often you're left questioning people's motives and intentions.  A read that is filled with interesting plots and twists.★★★★Reviewed by Heidi