A review by amberinpieces
Nocturne by Christine Johnson

4.0

Disclaimer: No spoilers from Nocturne, but read with caution if you have not read Claire de Lune.

Claire has survived her first summer as a werewolf despite the initial obstacles she had to overcome. Although she still cannot confess her secret to her best friend, Emily, it has become easier for Claire to lie to her. She still hates to deceive Emily, but at least she can confide in her boyfriend, Matthew.

Even though school is in session and Claire is preparing for her first ever school dance with Matthew, she still has to remain vigilant and cautious. Everything begins to spiral out of control when Emily’s new friend, Amy, becomes suspicious of Claire and her actions, putting Claire more on guard than usual. Matthew also seems to be pulling away from her at the same time. To add to those worries, Claire has to prepare to prove herself as a complete wolf, which involves lighting the ceremonial fire, which she cannot yet do in the “wolf” way.

Nocturne is the follow-up to Claire de Lune and I enjoyed it. Claire is now (mostly) established as a werewolf and is trying to navigate both her human and wolf lives. It is not an easy road, especially when Emily’s new friend, Amy, seems to know her secret.

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