The Clearing by Heather Davis

In this bittersweet romance, two teens living decades apart form a bond that will change their lives forever.
Amy is drawn to the misty, mysterious clearing behind her Aunt Mae's place because it looks like the perfect place to hide from life. A place to block out the pain of her last relationship, to avoid the kids in her new town, to stop dwelling on what her future holds after high school. Then, she meets a boy lurking in the mist--Henry. Henry is different from any other guy Amy has ever known. And after several meetings in the clearing, she's starting to fall for him.
But Amy is stunned when she finds out just how different Henry really is. Because on his side of the clearing, it's still 1944. By some miracle, Henry and his family are stuck in the past, staving off the tragedy that will strike them in the future. Amy's crossing over to Henry's side brings him more happiness than he's ever known--but her presence also threatens to destroy his safe existence.
In The Clearing, author Heather Davis crafts a tender and poignant tale about falling in love, finding strength, and having the courage to make your own destiny--a perfect book to slip into and hide away for awhile.
The Clearing is a magical book. Amy has lived a hard life, after she is abused by her ex-boyfriend. Then she moves in with her aunt and is able to start over her life. It seems like this story is right out of a faery tale. Then she finds a magical clearing and is able to be transported to Henry. I loved how well the transportation to the 1940's was. It was so mysterious and mystical, just like you would picture it. Also, Henry is so sweet and adorable. I loved him so much. The plot of The Clearing was fast paced and you are quickly drawn into Amy's world. Davis is a stunning writer with such originality and creativity. I highly recommend that you buy the book, this moment. Seriously, I loved it.

Never Cry Werewolf by Heather Davis

Okay, so maybe Shelby has made a few mistakes with boys lately (how was she supposed to know Wes had “borrowed” that Porsche?). But her step-mother totally overreacts when she catches Shelby in a post-curfew kiss with a hot senior. Suddenly Shelby’s summer plans are on the shelf, and she’s being packed off to brat camp. It’s good-bye, prom dress; hello, hiking boots.

Things start looking up, though, when Shelby meets fellow camper (and son of a rock star) Austin Bridges, III. But soon she realizes there’s more to Austin than crush material—his family has a dark secret, and he wants Shelby’s help guarding it. Shelby knows that she really shouldn’t be getting tangled up with another bad boy…but who is she to turn her back on a guy in need, especially such a good looking one? One thing’s for sure, that pesky full moon is about to get her into trouble all over again.

I found Never Cry Werewolf to be a quick and fun read. Shelby was a likable character. She knew that shouldn't have done a few things, and now she is going to Brat Camp. I don't exactly get why people send their kids to brat camp, but that is a different matter. Anyways, I sympathized with her. Austin was an interesting character. Right from the start, he is a cute character, but also a bad boy. I wish that the other character had been developed a bit more and the romance between Austin and Shelby seemed rushed. I didn't feel that Austin would have told Shelby that he was a werewolf so quick and that seemed unrealistic to me. I would recommend this book to anyone that is looking for a cute book with a cute ending.

Waiting on Wednesday (3)

Amy, a sixteen-year-old recovering from an abusive relationship, moves to the country to start a new life with her aunt–all she wants is for everything to be different. In the clearing at the back of Aunt Mae’s property, she makes an amazing discovery—Henry, a boy stuck in the endless summer of 1944. Henry and his world become Amy’s refuge and she begins to learn that some moments are worth savoring. But when the past and present come crashing together, both of them must find the courage to face what is meant to be, even if it means losing each other forever.

I found Davis' first book to be cute and funny. I am excited to see what she creates in this book.