{"product_id":"the-wolf-wilder-9781481419420","title":"The Wolf Wilder","description":"\u003cb\u003eA girl and the wolves who love her embark on a rescue mission through Russian wilderness in this lyrical tale from the author of the acclaimed \u003ci\u003eRooftoppers\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eCartwheeling in Thunderstorms\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout The Wolf Wilder\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nFeo's life is extraordinary. Her mother trains domesticated wolves to be able to fend for themselves in the snowy wilderness of Russia, and Feo is following in her footsteps to become a wolf wilder. She loves taking care of the wolves, especially the three who stay at the house because they refuse to leave Feo, even though they've already been wilded. But not everyone is enamored with the wolves, or with the fact that Feo and her mother are turning them wild. And when her mother is taken captive, Feo must travel through the cold, harsh woods to save her--and learn from her wolves how to survive.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAward-Winning Author Katherine Rundell\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nFrom the author of \u003ci\u003eRooftoppers\u003c\/i\u003e, which \u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e called \"a glorious adventure,\" and \u003ci\u003eCartwheeling in Thunderstorms\u003c\/i\u003e, which \u003ci\u003eVOYA\u003c\/i\u003e called \"a treasure of a book,\" comes an enchanting novel about love and resilience. Katherine Rundell is also the author of \u003ci\u003eThe Explorer\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Good Thieves\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Zebra's Great Escape\u003c\/i\u003e. She grew up in Zimbabwe, Brussels, and London, and is currently a Fellow of All Souls College, Oxford.\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for Middle Grade Readers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nThis hardcover edition is ideal for readers ages 9-12 who love animal stories, historical fiction set in early 20th century Russia, and tales of courage and self-reliance. The story features a strong female protagonist navigating the harsh Russian wilderness, making it an excellent gift for young readers who enjoy survival stories and coming-of-age adventures.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Story Elements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nThe Wolf Wilder combines historical fiction with adventure, exploring themes of family bonds, friendship, and the connection between humans and wolves. Set against the backdrop of Russia during the 1900-1919 period, this middle grade novel offers both entertainment and insight into a unique time and place. The winter setting and wilderness survival elements create an atmospheric reading experience that captivates young audiences.\n\nPublished by Simon \u0026amp; Schuster Books for Young Readers, this title has earned recognition as a work from a Boston Globe-Horn Book Award-winning author, cementing Katherine Rundell's reputation for creating memorable children's literature that turns the world upside down and leaves readers breathless.","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster Books for Young Readers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50680980799762,"sku":"9781481419420","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-wolf-wilder-9781481419420","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}