Cute paranormal romance, I am glad the spice was there. I liked that the FMC is plus size. More of a second chance romance. 3.5 so I rounded up

This book was a perfect mix of cozy & spicy! I loved the exploration of magic as she becomes a more powerful witch. I also loved the shenanigans that the main characters get into throughout the book. Most importantly though, as light hearted as a lot of the book was, I really appreciated the serious nature of the internal struggle and overcoming that she did after being bullied. Overall, I really liked this one & would definitely recommend!

This is a fun, lighthearted second chance-ish supernatural romance that will have you giggling and panting. I enjoyed reading about the characters. It was hard for me to pick back up every time because this isn't usually my preferred genre/trope. That's why I struggled with it at some points. I would recommend this book to any romance reader that is wanting a change of scenery and a fun, cutesy read.  


Thank you netgalley for the ARC!

This is a cute paranormal romance and while I wasn't expecting it to get spicy towards the middle I certainly enjoyed the way these two come together despite the things that made them enemies in the first place.

HOW TO HELP A HUNGRY WEREWOLF was actually the worst thing to happen to me this month. And I mean that literally. Put me in such a slump - the characters had so much potential to be likable but the writing couldn't pull them out of the hole they were living in.

This book didn't hit where I needed it to. I do love a plus sized FMC. So this book gets a star just for that. I really struggled to see how Cassie and Seth were going to fall in love. They were best friends as kids until they weren't. And once they were MAN did it make me not like Seth. Cassie was hard to like in some parts.

This book was a romp! I haven't had so much fun reading a romance in a while. When Cassie's childhood best friend fat-shames her, the last thing she expects is to end up back in her hometown and forced to save him. It turns out he's a werewolf and she might just be a witch! It's a lot for Cassie to come to terms with so I appreciated that the author took some time to explore that internal struggle. Cassie is filled with so much AWE and wonderment for the world when she's able to see things through new eyes. You have to suspend your disbelief to enjoy this book. Parts of it are silly and downright absurd. Oh, and STEAMY. There's some fated mate stuff that comes on fast and hard. If you love the friends-to-enemies-to-lovers trope and aren't afraid of a little campy paranormal romance, this is a cozy read perfect for fall! I honestly enjoyed every second of it.

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Griffin for the free eARC for review purposes.

**4-Star Review of *How to Help a Hungry Werewolf* by Charlotte Stein**

*How to Help a Hungry Werewolf* by Charlotte Stein is a cozy and vibey romance that’s perfect for curling up with on a quiet evening. The story follows Cassandra Camberwell, who returns to her small hometown of Hollow Brook to deal with her late grandmother’s old house. What she doesn’t expect is to run into Seth Brubaker, her former best friend who caused her a lot of pain back in high school.

At first, Cassie thinks Seth is back to make her life difficult again, but she soon discovers the real reason he’s hanging around—Seth is a werewolf, and he believes she’s the witch who can help him. Reluctant to trust him, Cassie strikes a deal with Seth: she’ll help him with her magic, and he’ll teach her how to use it. It seems simple enough until they’re hit with a magical bond that forces them to confront their feelings.

The small-town charm, combined with the supernatural elements, makes this book feel cozy and enchanting. The relationship between Cassie and Seth is full of chemistry, and their banter adds a lot of fun to the story. The mix of romance, humor, and a bit of magic keeps the plot engaging and lighthearted.

Overall, *How to Help a Hungry Werewolf* is a delightful read that’s both heartwarming and entertaining. If you’re looking for a book that combines romance with a touch of magic in a small-town setting, this one is sure to satisfy. I enjoyed it greatly and found it to be a perfect escape.
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Rounded up my review because I had a lot of fun reading this but some points were a bit much. This is a fun paranormal romance probably a little longer than it needed to be. The town isn’t as fleshed out and the story definitely a starter book for a series so it feels a bit unfinished. I will be on the lookout for future books. It’s marketed as a slow burn romance but it feels more like a miscommunication trope. There are a lot of attempts to communicate but I kept thinking, “will you both just admit you love each other already??”

Please read the trigger warnings at the beginning.

I received an arc from Netgalley and the publisher.

3.5*
Cute story! A silly romp about werewolves, witches & the like! With some introspect on high school agita thrown in! This story is for anyone who loves movies & books about magical creatures that go bump in the night but without deep horror. I have to say I’m not usually a reader of supernatural/fantasy and sometimes I wasn’t sure if this was a satire. I prefer Ms Stein’s other books but if you’re a magical worlds fan give it a try!

I loved this book- it has Stein's engaging, gripping voice, but it also has a charm (hehe) all its own. I love our protagonist, a woman who has had her heart broken before and takes no BS. I love our repentant hero, and I love them together. They are funny, and sweet, and just everything I want in goofy witchy rom-com. Charlotte Stein is so funny I can't even stand it!

How to Help a Hungry Werewolf (The Sanctuary for Supernatural Creatures, #1) by Charlotte Stein
I gave this book 3 1/2 stars - it was an ok read but not one I would read again. I didn't like the fat shamming - Cassandra and Seth have troubled relationship with angst, deception, discovery, some wit and tears, lots of action and witchcraft all to get to a HEA.
Reasons I enjoyed this book:
Witty Tragic Informative Page-turner Tear-jerker Scary Happily Ever After Funny.

Honestly, this cover lured me in. The blurb sounded great. High school best friends to enemies to lovers later, is something I love.
However, these two felt very juvenile. The witty banter was really just immature snipping and left over hard feelings.
I wanted to love it but it was not for me

Oh, this book was a mixed bag of emotions. While there were moments of this book that I really really enjoyed. There were also some moments that were incredibly upsetting.

The book opens up where the male supposed love interest ends up fat shaming. The female love interest. And I wish I could say that was the only moment that happened but it did happen throughout the book. It also seemed like there were moments of this book that came out of left field that there was no lead up to.

On other hand, I did really love other aspects of this book. There was some truly great magical world building in this book. I did appreciate the fact that the author does have the mailman character really work hard to gain back the trust for all of the things he did to her in the past. It made it seem a little bit more realistic of a romance than if it was all just water under the bridge.

Charlotte Stein's "How to Help a Hungry Werewolf" is a delightful foray into the paranormal romance genre, and as a first-time reader of this type, I found it thoroughly enjoyable. The chemistry between Cassie and Seth is electric, drawing readers into their complex relationship filled with humor and tension. The narrative balances steamy moments with witty banter, making it both explicit and engaging.
Stein's writing captures the essence of small-town charm while exploring themes of forgiveness and self-discovery. The plot twists, add an exciting layer to the story. Overall, this book is a cozy, enchanting read that left me eager for more adventures in Hollow Brook.

This was a really cute book, I think I went into expecting something totally different from what it was though which kept me from loving it, no fault on the part of the book. That's my own fault.

Overall I thought this book had some great banter, I love some good sarcasm. I think it’s an easy going read that is more character focused. What I think it could improve on is pacing, and plot. I sensed it dragging from the beginning, but it’s still a great Halloween time paranormal read, super cozy!

The book starts off with some heavier content that might not suit every reader, and that is the trigger warning of fat shaming.

Thank you NetGalley and St Martins Press for the eARC!

Thank you to Charlotte Stein, St. Martin's Press, & St. Martin's Griffin for the eARC of this book. This is going to be either you love it or you dont kind of book. If you like Werewolfs and spicyness this is the book for you. If not you might want to look elsewhere. But overall, it is a great story. :)

this was so stinking cute!!!!! this revival in paranormal romance is hands done one of my favorite things about publishing recently and i can firmly say i enjoyed every second of this. the plot was solid, the writing captivating, and the romance just as swoony as expected!! highly recommend especially for the fall season

How to Help a Hungry Werewolf by Charlotte Stein

I managed to finish this in less than a day. Different genres serve different moods, and *How to Help a Hungry Werewolf* is exactly what I was looking for in a cozy paranormal romance. It's silly and weird, with cute character development and a decent plot. While it’s a pretty slow-burn romance, it reaches a five on the spice scale by the end. I can easily see myself returning to this author in the future.

Thank you, Charlotte Stein, St. Martin’s Press, and NetGalley for my advanced review digital copy. My opinions are my own.

How to Help a Hungry Werewolf is out on October 1st, 2024!

Plot - 4
Writing and Editing - 4
Character Development - 5
Personal Bias - 4
Final Score - 4.25