Bitten
the unputdownable enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance with werewolves
Will be published approx. on 25. August 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
384 pages
978-1-3997-4232-0 (ISBN)
Description
The Wolf Queen's court enforces few laws.
Vanessa Hart plans on breaking each and every one.
The night her best friend is brutally slaughtered by wolves, Vanessa Hart's life is changed forever.
Because these are no ordinary wolves . . . they're werewolves. And when Vanessa's father discovers that she has been bitten, he hands her to them - and to the treacherous Wolf Queen's court.
Taken as prisoner to the enchanted Castle Severi, Vanessa vows to seek vengeance for her friend, even as she finds herself mesmerised by the golden prince Sinclair Severi, and his brooding disgraced cousin, Calix.
Vanessa has two choices: swear her life to the Court, or die the agony of a lone wolf. But the malevolence of werewolf society goes far beyond a single murder in the forest. The Court is at war, and Vanessa just a pawn in its deadly game . . .
Vanessa Hart plans on breaking each and every one.
The night her best friend is brutally slaughtered by wolves, Vanessa Hart's life is changed forever.
Because these are no ordinary wolves . . . they're werewolves. And when Vanessa's father discovers that she has been bitten, he hands her to them - and to the treacherous Wolf Queen's court.
Taken as prisoner to the enchanted Castle Severi, Vanessa vows to seek vengeance for her friend, even as she finds herself mesmerised by the golden prince Sinclair Severi, and his brooding disgraced cousin, Calix.
Vanessa has two choices: swear her life to the Court, or die the agony of a lone wolf. But the malevolence of werewolf society goes far beyond a single murder in the forest. The Court is at war, and Vanessa just a pawn in its deadly game . . .
Reviews / Votes
A deliciously dark and viciously sexy romance. You will want to devour Jordan Gray's stunning paranormal debut. But beware, this book bites back * Stephanie Garber, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Once Upon a Broken Heart * Bitten is absolutely addictive, with forbidden romance, twisty intrigue, and a nostalgic paranormal flair that romance fans will love. Jordan Gray is one to watch * Hannah Whitten, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Foxglove King * Darkly alluring . . . a captivating read * Isabel Ibanez, #1 New York Times author of What the River Knows * An enchanting start to your newest fantasy addiction. Get ready to sink your fangs into a debut that's as alluring as it is cutting, full of deadly magic, betrayal, and characters that bite. Readers will have a howling good time with this unfurgetable tale * Adalyn Grace, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Belladonna * A wonderfully imaginative tale of cutthroat politics and deadly romance that revels in its nostalgic evocations of classic paranormal YA. Packed with suspense, intrigue, humor, and heart, Bitten is destined to be a beloved YA classic * Ava Reid, #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Study in Drowning * A delectable and dark paranormal escape you can really sink your teeth into, Bitten captivates with deadly court politics, scorching hot romance, and breathtaking twists that leaves you craving more. Meet your newest obsession * Katherine Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of To Kill a Shadow * Pulse-pounding, nail (claw)-biting, violent and passionate, Bitten is a thrill ride! * Sarah Beth Durst, New York Times bestselling author of The Spellshop * A mesmerizing romantasy. Bitten is lush, fanged and will leave you ravenous for the next installment * Roshani Chokshi, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Tale of the Flower Bride * A ferociously romantic debut steeped in raw grief and unapologetic rage, Bitten will devour your heart and linger in the space left behind * Maggie Rapier, author of Soulgazer * Move over vampires! Bitten is a deliciously romantic masterclass in escapist fantasy and angst. Gray's writing sparkles with the expertise of a veteran worldbuilder. I haven't read a paranormal fantasy this fast since Twilight. Contemporary and epic fantasy fans alike, prepare to be obsessed * J. Elle, author of House of Marionne * With its propulsive writing and compelling romance, Bitten is reminiscent of the sort of young adult fantasy that made me fall in love with the genre. Fans of the romantasy genre will eat up every brooding, bloody bite * Kelly Andrew, New York Times bestselling author of Your Blood, My Bones * The werewolves are back and we are here for it! Gray has woven together a story full of fangs, romance, and a fierce heroine looking for vengeance aka the perfect combination * Zoulfa Katouh, author of As long As the Lemon Trees Grow * Luminous and exhilarating . . . Bitten casts a spell with the first page. Full of all my favorite things - a heroine I would fight for, a world brimming with magic, and a romance that sizzles-this book will sink its teeth into you * Rebecca Ross, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Divine Rivals * A dark and sexy romance. Jordan Gray weaves a vicious yet whimsical world filled with vibrant characters, knife-sharp banter, and deadly secrets. An explosive start to an addictive new series! * Shelby Mahurin, New York Times bestselling author of the Serpent & Dove trilogy * Debut author Gray whisks the reader into a world of werewolves that is as dazzling as it is deadly. With court intrigue, betrayal, and plenty of romance, Bitten is a book to be devoured * Rachel Griffin, New York Times bestselling author of The Nature of Witches * At once ruthless and sparkling, readers will find swoony romance, heart-stopping action, and a heroine worth rooting for. I was up well into the night, completely unable to put it down * Sasha Peyton Smith, New York Times bestselling author of The Witch Haven series * Magical, dangerous, and romantic. The world is thoughtfully crafted, the characters relatable and intriguingly layered * M. K. Lobb, author of the Seven Faceless Saints duology * In a whirlwind of magic and mystery, Bitten is a dazzling foray into the dangerous world of wolves. A novel like this comes once in a blood moon * Rachel Moore, author of Us in Ruins and The Library of Shadows *More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Hodder & Stoughton
Target group
Young adult
Product notice
Paperback (UK-B)
Illustrations
N/A
Dimensions
Height: 198 mm
Width: 129 mm
Weight
280 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-3997-4232-0 (9781399742320)
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Other editions
Additional editions
E-Book
10/2025
Hodderscape
€9.99
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Person
Jordan Gray is the debut author of Bitten and a long time daydreamer of the fantastical and the romantic. Prior to writing professionally, she spent most of her young adult life consuming any book she could get her hands on-especially if said book had lots of kissing. Local to Florida, though sadly the part of the state without any hot supernatural men, she spends her time either camped outside on her laptop or in front of the television with her four dogs, partner, and child.