I've been following Jordan's journey for a while, so I was so excited to get this ARC! I knew it would be good, but honestly, it blew me out of the water! The writing is SOOOO good and don't even get me started on the way she beautifully weaves together everything I love about romance and the paranormal. I cannot recommend this one enough!

Bitten by Jordan Stephanie Gray is a bewitching and thrilling introduction into a new fantasy featuring werewolves.

From the first few chapters I was wrapped up in my own questions and theories. Let me tell you, I was far off from where I thought this was going! This was immaculate, immersive, swoon worthy, and mysterious. I really loved the characters and *really* loved reading Vanessa’s character development. I feel like rage and revenge as a main theme for this book was something new and interesting to read for me personally. I was fuming along with the FMC. The manipulation, lies, and deception are jaw dropping. You really don’t know what’s going on until the very end.

I will tuning into the next installment of this world and look forward to see where Vanessa goes moving forward!

Thank you so much Jordan Stephanie Gray & team and NetGalley for the review copy!

I LOVED THIS BOOK SO MUCH. Definitely a top 10 favorite of this year. The characters, the romance, the plot, everything kept me at the edge of my seat.

The ending of this book is perfection. I knew something big would happen, but I couldn’t figure out what. Ultimately, my jaw was on the floor.
This is going to appeal to readers who loved some of the iconic 00’s-10’s YA titles (Twilight, Hush Hush, Fallen, Shiver) but it also has a modern twist that new readers will love.
As a reading experience for me, it was similar to Broadbent’s Serpent and the Wings of Night, and the ending had that similar big reveal moment as well.
What I loved most about this is you had no idea who the enemy was. The author did a great job sewing distrust through the full spectrum of characters and it made it fun and exciting to find out what happened next.
Obviously there will be a book 2, and I CANNOT WAIT to read it. Well done. Will be recommending this to my followers.

I want to thank Netgalley and Little Brown Books for Young Readers for the ARC of Bitten by Jordan Stephanie Grey.

Bitten is a paranormal romance novel with Werewolves! This book is great for people who are fans of forbidden romances, paranormal romances, werewolves and fantasy.

Jordan Stephanie Grey does for werewolves what Stephanie Meyer did for vampires.
The story starts with Vanessa, a normal girl who got bit by a wolf and ending up a captor in a court filled with wolves.
This book was a fun detour from the books I normally read. I loved the Werewolf supernatural aspect of the story and I look forward to reading Book 2!

WHEN I TELL YOU I AM OBSESSED WITH THIS BOOK!!!!
Like this is 6 stars not 5. OMG. I love Werewolf stories, and honestly I used to read so many on Wattgad. And this book is like the best Werewolf story l've ever read.
Period.
The lore, the world building, the magic, the WEREWOLVES, the LOVE TRIANGLE THAT I STILL DONT KNOW IF ITS REALLY A TRIANGLE OR NOT, the slow BURN, the banter, the plot TWISTS!!!

Bitten is everything. It's like the book is a juicy red apple I have BITTEN into and I can't get enough!!!

Seriously obsessed and I need every physical copy I can get of this book when it's published. Thank you NetGalley for the ARC!

The blurb for this book might call it Crescent City meets Fourth Wing, but I would think of it more as Vampire Academy meets These Hollow Vows.

First, to call out the elephant in the room: this is categorized as YA and the main character is a minor, but there are spicy scenes (think the later Kingdom of the Wicked books). The writing is simple, first person, single POV and the main character certainly feels like a teen, but I really do wish the characters had been aged up so this could be the gory, spicy NA paranormal romance it clearly wants to be but has been oddly caged into YA.

It is somewhat formulaic with predictable plot twists (the love triangle between cousins, one blond, one dark and handsome… hmm, let me guess which one is endgame…), but it does hit that sweet spot of nostalgia for the paranormal YA romances of yore.

This book will undoubtedly find its audience (teens) and become a hit, but as a millennial, it doesn’t hold as much appeal.

I received an ARC from NetGalley.

I didn't like that this book overall was YA, but then crossed into adult a few times. I wish the author would have just aged up the characters and gone all in on an adult book.

I liked the premise, and it had some good twists. It could have been a lot shorter. This is clearly a book one in a series since it ends on a major cliffhanger.

Bitten was one of my most anticipated reads and honestly it did not disappoint. I had a lot of fun reading Vanessa's story. Her spunk and unyielding spirit kept me rooting for her. I can't wait to read more from this author!

SO much fun--this gave me all the feels of classic YA, with werewolves, political intrigue, and a 'normal' girl pulled into a magical world. Jordan writes emotions like anger and vulnerability in such a multi-faceted way, it feels so accurate to what I remember being a teen was like.

Highly recommend for lovers of classic YA, werewolves, and angry girls. So grateful to Netgalley and the publisher for this one!

Sadly this was a DNF for me. I couldn’t get into the writing at all and I usually love werewolf stuff. All the characters felt annoying and it just didn’t hold my attention, I kept zoning out sadly. It also didn’t read like a young adult. Should maybe have been a new adult book more. Sadly this just wasn’t for me and I had such high hopes for it. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Thank you so much to the publisher and Netgalley for a copy of the arc in return for an honest review.

A brilliant debut immersed into the complicated world of werewolves where grief intertwines itself with love and betrayal in a way you will never recover from. This book destroyed me in the most beautiful way, completely taking me by surprise as it reads like it’s written by a seasoned author who knows exactly how to play their characters emotions and responses to the reader. I completely adored this story so much I reread it immediately because I just wasn’t ready for it to end. I found so much of myself in Vanessa and became so attached to her strength and her softness and her will to be everything she wasn’t meant to be. The politics of werewolves completely fascinated me and I had so much fun with the twists and romance. Every character had dimension and purpose, even the most unlikable characters I found myself loving. I’m a fan of endings I’m almost sure of that catch me a little off guard like this one did skewing what I expected to happen in a brilliant way. Bitten was intelligently written and well thought out, it was dark and vicious and the emotional depth it took on beautifully done. I am impatiently awaiting more of this world with these wolves I am obsessed with.

Bitten was a captivating, fast-paced paranormal romance that totally pulled me in. The worldbuilding was rich, the tension was high, and the chemistry between the characters kept me turning the pages. I loved the darker, edgy vibe and how the supernatural elements added layers to the story without overwhelming it. The main characters were compelling and complex, and I found myself rooting for them as they navigated danger, secrets, and desire. There were a few moments where I wanted a bit more backstory or development, but overall, it was a thrilling and satisfying read. I’m definitely hooked and excited to see where the series goes next!

Bitten sinks its teeth into you from the very first page. Jordan Stephanie Gray weaves a darkly addictive tale of desire, danger, and supernatural intrigue. The main character is sharp and compelling, navigating a world where werewolves and secrets go hand in hand. The romantic tension is palpable, and the plot twists keep you guessing. Gray’s writing is robust without being overindulgent, and the pacing keeps the story moving with just the right bit of suspense. A must-read for fans of steamy paranormal romance with a gritty edge.

I am a little torn on this fantasy novel about royal werewolves and their dangerous shenanigans. I thought the main storyline was very interesting with lots of twists and turns. Fast-paced for the most part but also a few sections that felt like they bogged the story down a bit. I appreciated the excellent character development and felt like I really got to know most of them really well. Would like to read the next book in the series.

Note for parents: It's geared towards YA with the main character being 17. However, there were a couple of very intimate encounters that were pretty hardcore - like not something I would be ok with my 14 yr old reading.

I finished this book in ONE day! As someone who grew up loving Twilight, this book was perfect for me lol. Super intriguing characters and plot line with a huge twist at the end. I actually reread the entire book again after finishing it so I could approach it from the new perspective. I enjoyed Bitten so much and can’t wait for the next book to come out in the series!!

This reminded me of the Crave serious, but I think it's better written and I appreciated the word-building that happened. I think this might have been more successful as a adult novel, to be honest. But I see it's place in current YA publishing and I think it will be popular with my readers. I will be purchasing and recommending this title.

Dark, romantic, and utterly addictive, Bitten is a fierce debut that blends deadly politics, magical courts, and werewolf intrigue with a vengeance-fueled heroine at its heart. Vanessa’s journey from victim to power player is gripping, and the love triangle sizzles with tension. Think Fourth Wing meets Crescent City with bite. A few tropes feel familiar, but the lush world and high-stakes drama make it impossible to put down.

Bitten is a lush romance that turns typical ‘finding your prince’ stories on their heads. Young Vanessa attends a beach party with her closest friend. At the party they are harassed to the point of a physical fight by several wealthy kids so they leave, but on their way home they realize they’re being stalked.. The stalkers are wolves and they attack, killing Vanessa’s friend and injuring her severely. She manages to call her father, a police captain who arrives, but then realizes some of the wealthy kids from the party have also shown up, and her father is allowing them to take her away.. Vanessa passes out but when she finally wakes up she finds herself in a kingdom she never knew existed.

3.5 Stars/5 stars

There were many aspects of this book I enjoyed. The prologue immediately drew me into the story and made me want to know what would happen next. Vanessa's rage and emotions in general were palpable through the pages, and I wanted nothing more than for her to get revenge. I couldn't help but cheer for her, and the ending was excellent and was definitely a rollercoaster!

With those things being said, the middle part of the story didn't capture my attention as much, and I found myself having to push through it, and due to the manner in which this book is written, I believe Vanessa should've at least been 18 years old and this story should've been classified as New Adult rather than young adult (14 years+), which is the main reason I couldn't give this book a higher rating. Especially with some of the other characters being 19. I wasn't aware it was a young adult read until I'd read the first couple of pages.

Thank you so much Netgalley and Little Brown Young Readers for sending me this e-arc in exchange for an honest review!