A Wolf Called Wander, Rosanne Parry
A Wolf Called Wander, Rosanne Parry
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A Wolf Called Wander

Author: Rosanne Parry

Narrator: Kirby Heyborne

Unabridged: 3 hr 54 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 05/07/2019


Synopsis

A New York Times bestseller! “Don’t miss this dazzling tour de force.”—Katherine Applegate, Newbery Medal winning author of The One and Only IvanThis gripping novel about survival and family is based on the real story of one wolf’s incredible journey to find a safe place to call home. This irresistible tale by award-winning author Rosanne Parry is for fans of Sara Pennypacker’s Pax and Katherine Applegate’s The One and Only Ivan.Swift, a young wolf cub, lives with his pack in the mountains learning to hunt, competing with his brothers and sisters for hierarchy, and watching over a new litter of cubs. Then a rival pack attacks, and Swift and his family scatter.Alone and scared, Swift must flee and find a new home. His journey takes him a remarkable one thousand miles across the Pacific Northwest. The trip is full of peril, and Swift encounters forest fires, hunters, highways, and hunger before he finds his new home.Inspired by the extraordinary true story of a wolf named OR-7 (or Journey), this irresistible tale of survival invites readers to experience and imagine what it would be like to be one of the most misunderstood animals on earth. This gripping and appealing novel about family, courage, loyalty, and the natural world is for fans of Fred Gipson’s Old Yeller and Katherine Applegate’s Endling.Includes information about the real wolf who inspired the novel.Plus don't miss Rosanne Parry's stand-alone companion novel, A Whale of the Wild.

About Rosanne Parry

Rosanne Parry is the author of the bestselling novels A Wolf Called Wander, A Whale of the Wild, and A Horse Named Sky as well as The Wolf Effect, a picture book illustrated by Jennifer Thermes. These “Voice of the Wilderness” stories center the voices of wild animals and focus on their struggle to survive in a dangerous and changing world. Based on rigorous research and inspired by the real animals of the western United States, Rosanne’s books are treasured by teachers and librarians and adored by animal-loving readers of all ages. The author lives with her family in Portland, Oregon, and writes in a treehouse in her backyard. 


Reviews

Goodreads review by karen on May 07, 2019

NOW AVAILABLE!! this is such a good middle grade animal book. based on the real-world wolf OR-7 (aka journey), A Wolf Called Wander tells the story of a wolf cub separated from his pack and his struggles to stay alive in a confusing world full of the dangers and difficulties that face a wolf too youn......more

Goodreads review by Amber on April 15, 2024

This was such a good read, not only did you get a story about wolves but you learn more about them as you read.......more

Goodreads review by Jessica on May 21, 2021

Beautifully written, beautifully illustrated animal story in a classic vein that reminded me of something I would have read as a kid, sort of a Homeward Bound vibe. The most recent book is reminded me of is Scary Stories for Young Foxes, but without the supernatural elements. Based on the true story......more

Goodreads review by ✷⁠Ley✷ on February 07, 2023

4.5⭐️ A Wolf Called Wander is such a touching and lovely story. It had me feeling all the emotions. I typically stay away from books that involve animals because some tragedy always happens, but this book drew me in. Wander is a wolf that travels a 1,000 miles, all across the Pacific Northwest. It is......more

Goodreads review by ₊˚ ⁀➴ Kenzie on September 19, 2024

~ “I howl to the new wolf. I put all my strength and all my hopes into the howl.” ~ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I got my copy signed by the author in person 9-18-2024!! 😁 Favorite Characters: ▶ Night 🌙 • glossy black fur, amber eyes, stubborn ▶ Warm 🧡 • runt, golden-gray fur, small and loyal • “I would follow you......more