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Synopsis
This novel is the first in the Wolves Chronicles (aka The Wolves of Willoughby Chase Series), a series of children's novels set during the fictional early-19th century reign of King James the third. A large number of wolves have migrated from the bitter cold of Europe and Russia into Britain via a new "channel tunnel", and terrorize the inhabitants of rural areas. Read about the adventures of cousins Bonnie and Sylvia and their friend Simon the goose-boy as they thwart the evil schemes of their governess Miss Slighcarp, and their so called "teacher" at boarding school, Mrs. Brisket. The story was made into a film in 1989.
Is The Wolves of Willoughby Chase appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 8 and up.
Classic middle grade adventure with peril from wolves and villainous adults who mistreat children. The heroes face scary situations including captivity and hunger, but triumph through courage and friendship.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include child abuse, captivity, and abandonment (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Two brave cousins and their friend outsmart cruel adults and escape dangerous wolves in a thrilling adventure.