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Once There Were Wolves
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A Journey into the Wild and the Human Heart
From the author of the international bestseller Migrations comes a pulse-pounding new novel set in the wild Scottish Highlands.
INDIE FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNER 2022
"So damn good" Jeff VanderMeer, NYT bestselling author
"Changes you as you read." Laurie Frankel, NYT bestselling author
"This is a stunner." Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Ecology Meets Mystery
Inti Flynn arrives in the Scottish Highlands with fourteen grey wolves, a traumatised sister, and fierce tenacity.
As a biologist, she knows the animals are the best hope for rewilding the ruined landscape and she cares little for local opposition. As a sister, she hopes the remote project will offer her twin, Aggie, a chance to heal after the horrific events that drove them both out of Alaska.
A Community in Turmoil
But violence dogs their footsteps and one night Inti stumbles over the body of a farmer. Unable to accept that her wolves could be responsible, she makes a reckless decision to protect them.
A Tangled Web of Blame
But if the wolves didn't make the kill, then who did? And can she trust the man she is beginning to love when he becomes the main suspect?
A Story That Will Stay with You
Propulsive and unforgettable, Once There Were Wolves is the spellbinding story of a woman desperate to save her family, the wild animals, and the natural world she loves, at any cost.
Why It Resonates
Achieving both literary and commercial acclaim, Once There Were Wolves serves as a compelling commentary on the urgent issues of environmental rewilding and violence against women. Brilliantly blending genres, this novel is perfect for fans of Emily St. John Mandel, Evie Wyld, and Hannah Kent.
Additional Acclaim
"A gripping and emotionally resonant journey." James Bradley, Sydney Morning Herald
"A suspenseful and poignant narrative." Scientific American
"Filled with ravishing descriptions of the landscape." Booklist
"A powerful meditation on humanity and nature." BookPage (starred review)
"Poetic... A lovely, gripping tale." Kirkus (starred review)
"Suspenseful... Urges us to take a lesson from the wolves." BookRiot
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Once There Were Wolves by Charlotte McConaghy has been praised for its haunting blend of crime and environmental themes, highlighting human and animal connections. Reviewers commend its evocative prose and strong character development, particularly appreciating the depth of emotional exploration within its thriller framework. The novel's rich setting and complex narrative are noted for their thought-provoking impact, inviting readers to reflect on issues of rewilding and restoration.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780143779803
Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 16 August 2022
Country: Australia
Imprint: Penguin Random House Australia
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 18.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 203g
Pages: 272
About the Author
Charlotte McConaghy is the author of the New York Times Bestseller Once There Were Wolves, winner of the Indie Book Award for Fiction 2022 and a Nautilus Gold Award, and the international bestseller Migrations, a TIME Magazine Best Book of the Year and the Amazon.com Best Fiction Book of the Year for 2020, which is being translated into over twenty languages and adapted for film. She has both a Graduate Degree in Screenwriting and a Masters Degree in Screen Arts, and lives in Sydney, Australia with her partner and son.
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