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Ratings: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
Genre: Fiction / Young Adult / Fantasy / Romance / Mystery / Horror

Book Review:
''Red Riding Hood'' by Sarah Blakley-Cartwright and David Leslie Johnson is a dark, romantic, and thrilling retelling of the classic fairy tale. Valerie's sister was beautiful, kind, and sweet. Now she is dead. Henry, the handsome son of the blacksmith, tries to console Valerie, but her wild heart beats fast for another: the outcast woodcutter, Peter, who offers Valerie another life far from home.

After her sister's violent death, Valerie's world begins to spiral out of control. For generations, the Wolf has been kept at bay with a monthly sacrifice. But now no one is safe. When an expert Wolf hunter arrives, the villagers learn that the creature lives among them—it could be anyone in town.

It soon becomes clear that Valerie is the only one who can hear the voice of the creature. The Wolf says she must surrender herself before the blood moon wanes—or everyone she loves will die.

This is a gripping, atmospheric retelling that will appeal to fans of dark fantasy, romance, and mystery. If you enjoy YA fiction, fairy tale retellings, or films like Twilight, Red Riding Hood is a must-read. Highly recommended!