Moonsick by Tom O’Donnell follows two teenagers, Heidi and Cam, who become infected with a contagious disease that transforms people into werewolves. Heidi Mills is a high school senior who seems to have it all—wealthy parents, a popular boyfriend, and supportive friends. When her mom and stepdad leave for a vacation in Hawaii, Heidi promises her friends that she’ll host a party at her house to celebrate the end of high school.
The party is scheduled for the next night, but tonight is a full moon. A global epidemic has ravaged the population, and anyone who becomes infected turns into a savage werewolf. Heidi believes she’ll be safe in her mansion thanks to a state-of-the-art lockdown system designed to keep the monsters out.
She expects to simply wait out the night and enjoy the party tomorrow. However, two intruders break into her house, assuming it will be an easy target with everyone gone. Everything Heidi has taken for granted begins to unravel. She realizes how quickly her life of privilege, comfort, and security can be stripped away—especially now that she’s directly exposed to the virus. Desperate to survive and find a cure, she is even willing to team up with Cam, the boy who broke into her house.
Overall, I thought the novel was an okay read. The plot was interesting, though somewhat predictable. I enjoyed watching Heidi confront her privilege, her humanity, and the monstrous aspects of herself. It was satisfying to see her take control of her life and stand up for what she believed in. I think it was a cute read, and I’d be open to reading more from this author. If you enjoy books about pandemic-level diseases with a unique twist, you might enjoy this one too.
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