We Were Wolves

Name: We Were Wolves
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SKU: 9781839132001
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By Jason Cockcroft

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We Were Wolves by Jason Cockcroft is a poignant story about the deep bond between a father and son living in isolation in the woods. Set against a backdrop of darkness and survival, they face the challenges of their past while seeking redemption. Through vivid storytelling, the novel explores themes of love, loss, and the wilderness's unforgiving nature.
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You might like this book if you enjoy a gritty and emotional exploration of father-son relationships set against a backdrop of nature's wild beauty. This compelling story delves into themes of survival, redemption, and the complex bond between family members, offering a poignant journey that resonates with both young adults and adults alike.

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Longlisted for the Carnegie Medal
Nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal

We Were Wolves tells the story of a boy who lives in a caravan on his own in the woods. His dad, John, is in prison and has promised to be released soon. All the boy needs to do is survive alone for a little while longer.

But dark forces are circling – including a dangerous man in a Range Rover searching for his stolen money. Additionally, there are ancient forces that have lain dormant in the woods for an age...

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We Were Wolves by Jason Cockcroft is praised for its originality and emotional depth, combining unsettling beauty with heartfelt moments. The illustrations are highlighted for their haunting quality, complementing the tension-filled narrative that blurs myth and reality. Compared to works by Patrick Ness and David Almond for its topical and timeless elements, it is described as a beautifully written and tense tale that evokes a range of human experiences and emotions.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781839132001

Publisher: Andersen Press Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 July 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Andersen Press Ltd

Illustration: black and white illustrations throughout

Contributors:

Illustrated by Jason Cockcroft

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 165.0mm

Height: 212.0mm

Weight: 458g

Pages: 216

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Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Jason Cockcroft Young Adult

About the Author

Jason Cockcroft (Author, Illustrator)
Jason Cockcroft was born in New Zealand, and raised in Leeds, West Yorkshire. He graduated from Falmouth School of Art and is the illustrator and author of over forty books for children, including the illustrated covers for the last three books in the Harry Potter series. Jason won the inaugural Blue Peter Book Award and has been nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal.

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