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Dark Guardian #1: Moonlight Kindle Edition

by Rachel Hawthorne (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 95 ratings
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The first book in bestselling author Rachel Hawthorne's paranormal romance series starring werewolves. From the moment Lucas first saw Rheena, he knew she was the one...his destined mate. But all he can do is watch her, waiting until she realizes that she is just like him—that she has the power to turn into a wolf.

Lucas is the leader of the Dark Guardians, a pack of werewolves that meet deep in the heart of a state park whose existence is threatened by a sinister bio-tech company. Rheena is a normal seventeen-year-old who loves camping and the outdoors; but she’s adopted and has no idea that she’s inherited the gene that will turn her into a wolf.

Rheena can’t understand why she’s so drawn to distant, aloof Lucas—until it’s almost too late to save him.

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  1. Book 1 of 4
    Dark Guardian
  2. Print length
    275 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Sticky notes
    On Kindle Scribe
  5. Publisher
    HarperTeen
  6. Publication date
    February 20, 2009
  7. Reading age
    14 - 17 years
  8. Grade level
    9 - 12
  9. File size
    520 KB
  10. Page Flip
    Enabled
  11. Word Wise
    Enabled
  12. Enhanced typesetting
    Enabled
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Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 7 Up—Kayla Madison is excited about spending the summer as a sherpa in the dense national forest. She gets to reconnect with her friends from last year's guide group, including the mysterious and extremely attractive Lucast. Kayla is also hoping that the park is a chance to come face to face with the demons from her past. It was here that, at the age of five, she witnessed her parents' accidental murder by hunters who mistook them for wolves. Kayla's adventures begin with her 17th birthday and the opportunity to lead a group of scientists under the guidance of Dr. Keane into the park to study wolves and their behaviors. Things soon begin to spin out of control as Kayla discovers what Dr. Keane and his group are really up to. She faces difficult choices that not only make sense of her past but will also have life-altering effects on her future. Hawthorne expertly weaves romance with the supernatural, cloaking them with danger and suspense. The plot is fast paced and full of action but ends a little too neatly and at times seems a bit rushed. However, the author does a good job giving readers a natural view of the legends and myths behind werewolves and their evolution. This is a good series to watch and a must-have for those libraries with a vampire/werewolf following.—Donna Rosenblum, Floral Park Memorial High School, NY
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From the Back Cover

I see him and know what this turmoil inside of me means: He's the one. My forever.

kayla is the nature lover, the all-American beauty who can't understand why she's so drawn to distant, brooding Lucas. Adopted as a young child, she has no way of knowing that she's inherited a terrifying—and thrilling—gene that will change her life forever.

lucas is dangerous, gorgeous . . . and a werewolf. As leader of the Dark Guardians, shape-shifters who gather deep within the state park, he has sworn to protect his pack. But when Lucas finds his true soul mate, his love could put them all in harm's way.

As Lucas and Kayla struggle with their feelings for each other, a greater danger lurks: Humans have discovered the Dark Guardians and are planning their destruction. Kayla must choose between the life she knows and the love she feels certain is her destiny.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B001TKD4WG
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperTeen (February 20, 2009)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 20, 2009
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 520 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 275 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 95 ratings

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4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3 out of 5
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Jami
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Adventure!
Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2017
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A wonderfully fantastic adventure! I can't wait to read the rest of the books! Perfect way to escape into a shifter's world!
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Shera (Book Whispers)
3.0 out of 5 stars A Beach Read for Urban Fantasy Fans
Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2011
Genre: Paranormal YA (UF)

Moonlight is a guilty pleasure. Not because it has naughty sex scenes or bad language jumping off the page--quite the opposite. It's pretty sweet and innocent, like PNR novels accept YA approved. Of course I have to say right up front if you're seeking something that has mind blowing writing, hidden depths, and a unique plot this is the not the book. It's not really fantastic in any form, but there is something about it that draws a reader in and just takes hold.

Moonlight goes where you expect it to and with a 263 page count it really doesn't get to explore all the fantastic ideas that are lurking around. It focuses on girl meets wolf boy, girl is soon to turn wolf, wolf boy perfects girl, and they mate for life. Moonlight is not all romance, there is an interesting plot about humans trying to get the secrets of the Guardians (werewolves) and an evil brother bent on revenge.

Again for how small it is, the characters are well fleshed out. This is Kayla's journey to grow up and become her "true-self". Lucas is the cliché brooding male lead that the ladies love to swoon over; mysterious, quiet, and devoted to his future woman. Kayla and Lucas bonded well together, both being really likable.

The world of the Guardians is clearly something that needs to be explored more in later books, there are more boys and girls to turn into wolves and find mates. All of the guys already have their future mates tattooed onto them, so my curiosity is killing me to see if I guessed the right couples. In the short course of the book Hawthorne made me appreciate the cast of side characters.

While it reads like a beach book, it does not have the tone of one. It deals with death, loss, fear, and dealing with the choices we make and living with them. There's not much meat to it, but readers will find themselves engrossed in the world of the Guardians and the mystery of finding a life mate. Moonlight's power is to take an "adult" plot from paranormal romances and turn it in to a YA read.

Sexual Content:
Kissing and a few heavy make out scenes. There is a scene where a boy pushes himself on to the main character in the acts of making it look like he might rape her. A few dirty jokes and questions sprinkled in every now and again.

3/5- Adored it, just a few minor details held it back
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Rachel
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome!!!!
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2018
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It's awesome! Loved it ! It's such a wonderful read. Reading them all again. Kayla and Lucus make the perfect couple
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dturner
4.0 out of 5 stars Dark Guardian
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2013
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A great read. I can't wait to start the next book in the series. Character's are pretty good but wished was more in depth with them.
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Jeanie
5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME READ!!!!
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2010
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Absolutely love this book. It was my first Rachel Hawthorne book and definitely not my last. There wasn't a minute where I was bored with the reading. I simply could not put it down. Read it in one day. Totally fell in love with Kayla and Lucas. Perfect balance of romance and suspense. Perfect read for a TEEN. NOT graphic which is why I recommend it. Couldn't wait to read Full Moon. You must read it!!!
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Taco
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!
Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2013
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The book arrived very quickly, was in excellent condition, and had very fine packaging. I would highly recommend this supplier and will be using this venue in the future due to the superior quality.
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Drea
5.0 out of 5 stars Good story
Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2013
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I enjoyed reading this shifter book. The storyline was decent and the romance was sweet. I loved Kayla and Lucas.
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Mimi Zane
4.0 out of 5 stars Not the best but ok
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2010
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I thought this was an easy read book. I think the other two books in the series are better than this book. I was really frustrated with main character, it took her forever to find out that the boy she likes is a werewolf. This book would make a good valentines day read.
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