I was beyond excited when I saw this book hitting the blogosphere; even more so when I was invited to review. It's been a good, long while since I have read a YA about shifters and the setting and historical aspect added to my excitement. 
 But it PAINS me say I just couldn't get into this one and ended up DNF at 21%. 
 I have a like/dislike with the writing. I loved the details and different characterizations of both Lou and Dacia - but I honestly feel like I should have known more about the plot, characters etc at the percentage I was at. I also was not a fan of the telegrams and journal entries before each POV of the character. Which is odd for me, because I usually love his. Quite frankly - I was bored. 
 I've been told that everything picks up in the second half - and the retelling aspect and the secrets would appeal to me. But.. I just can't get to that point. 
 :( 
 I received this book for free from The Publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.