Wolf Girl follows nineteen-year-old Demi Calloway, a wolf shifter who has never shifted due to her family’s exile from Wolf City before she was born. Forced to repress her inner wolf and live as a human, Demi’s world changes drastically when Sawyer Hudson—the Alpha’s son—pulls strings to get her into Wolf City. However, this comes with a catch: it’s Sawyer’s mate selection year, and all unmated females aged 18-22 must attend what Demi cheekily dubs the “Werewolf Bachelor.” As the story unfolds, Demi discovers that her wolf side is very different from others—when she shifts, her wolf separates from her and can move independently, a rare and dangerous trait tied to past trauma.
Demi is a standout protagonist—snarky and sarcastic on the surface but genuinely kind, loyal, and a survivor beneath it all. Leia Stone strikes a nice balance by making Demi relatable and multi-dimensional: she can be humorous and deflective, yet vulnerable and serious when the story demands it. I appreciated this nuanced portrayal and look forward to watching her character grow in the sequels.
The romance between Demi and Sawyer was an unexpected highlight for me. While Sawyer himself didn’t fully win me over as a hero, their dynamic worked well. Demi’s aloof, sarcastic personality needed a steady, decent partner rather than a brooding or “bad boy” type, and Sawyer fit that bill. The romance felt authentic and charming, even if I didn’t love Sawyer personally.
That said, the book wasn’t without flaws. Some world-building choices were confusing—particularly the mechanics of the werewolf lore and Sawyer’s sudden involvement with Demi’s isolated school, which didn’t quite mesh with the rules established in the story. At times, character behavior felt inconsistent for their age and setting, leaning more toward teenage drama than adult college life. There was also a “too convenient” moment that nearly pulled me out of the story.
Stylistically, a tighter edit might have improved flow and clarity, but the engaging plot, emotional depth, and intriguing paranormal twist kept me hooked. The cliffhanger ending was frustrating and felt like it could have worked better as a standalone book rather than part one of a duology.
The romance scenes were sweet and fitting for the characters’ age, though I felt the sexual chemistry could have been stronger given their connection. The story also includes some heavy themes, such as trauma and exile, handled with sensitivity—though some readers should be aware of mature content implied in the background.
Overall, Wolf Girl is a fun, fresh paranormal romance with a unique spin on werewolf mythology, a likable heroine, and an engaging modern “Bachelor”-style plot. While not perfect, it was an enjoyable read that left me curious to see what’s next for Demi, Sawyer, and the world Leia Stone has built.
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
About the Author
Leia Stone is the USA Today bestselling author of multiple bestselling series including Matefinder and Wolf Girl. She’s sold over two million books and her Fallen Academy series has been optioned for film. Her novels have been translated into five languages and she even dabbles in script writing. Leia writes urban fantasy and paranormal romance with sassy kick-butt heroines and irresistible love interests. She lives in Spokane, WA with her husband and two children.
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