About This Book
"Nightshade" is a Young Adult paranormal romance following Calla Tor, a powerful werewolf destined to mate with her pack's alpha, Ren, and protect ancient sites. Her world is upended when she saves a human boy, triggering a forbidden love that forces her to challenge her predetermined fate, the laws of her masters, and the very essence of her existence. This 464-page novel explores themes of identity, loyalty, sacrifice, and the courage to choose one's own path, making it suitable for mature teen readers.
Calla Tor has always known her destiny: After graduating from the Mountain School, she'll be the mate of sexy alpha wolf Ren Laroche and fight with him, side by side, ruling their pack and guarding sacred sites for the Keepers. But when she violates her masters' laws by saving a beautiful human boy out for a hike, Calla begins to question her fate, her existence, and the very essence of the world she has known. By following her heart, she might lose everything- including her own life. Is forbidden love worth the ultimate sacrifice? "A finely-wrought compelling tale of romance and treachery..." -Cynthia Leitich Smith (New York Times bestselling author of Eternal and Tantalize)
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Discussion Prompts
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How does Calla's understanding of "destiny" change throughout the story?
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What are the different forms of loyalty Calla experiences, and how do they conflict?
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Discuss the idea of "forbidden love" in the book. What makes it so powerful, and what are its consequences?
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How does Calla's act of saving the human boy impact her identity and her choices?
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What sacrifices do characters make in the story, and are they worth it?
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