Nightshade, Book 1

Werewolves get involved in some bloody skirmishes with other paranormals, but humans are almost always left alone, except for one who is cursed with seizures and left unconscious for disobeying a rule. Characters are attacked, kidnapped, and nearly killed on a fairly regular basis. A few people die (secondary characters we don't know well), and the violence inherent in being a wolf is discussed. Most of the time there are no weapons used, since the characters can seamlessly shift into wolves. Since the fighting takes place between paranormal creatures, it does not seem realistic.

Lots of hormones in this story, with references to making out and romantic conquests. Calla lusts after two handsome suitors and ends up kissing them both on more than one occasion. Calla describes the difference between all-consuming physical attraction and romantic desire. There are discussions of virginity and the "duties of a mate," since Calla is betrothed to another character. Some double-standards are explored: The alpha male is allowed to have several flings (and presumably sex), but Calla is supposed to remain untouched until her mating ceremony. A grown alpha male makes suggestive advances to a married female. A character is known to be a womanizer who prefers very young girlfriends. A few characters are gay, and it's mentioned that the paranormal community can be homophobic.

The occasional PG-13 word: "bitch," "s--t," "hell," "stupid," "ass."

There is some underage drinking at a nightclub. A couple of adults smoke cigarettes.