About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is beginning to push back against family expectations or is struggling with the burden of a secret. It is a perfect fit for the pre-teen who feels like an outsider or is worried that their true nature might not align with what society considers 'good.' Set in historical France, the story follows thirteen-year-old Laszlo, whose family possesses the hereditary ability to shift into wolves. As he awaits his own first transformation, he must navigate the tension between his wild instincts and his human empathy, all while facing a corrupt local priest who uses fear to control the village. It is a lyrical exploration of identity and morality that helps children understand that being different is not the same as being dangerous. The book is best suited for ages 10 to 14 due to its atmospheric tension and philosophical questions about human nature.
