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In this captivating and intense novel, a determined woman embarks on a daring mission to reintroduce wolves to the Scottish Highlands, regardless of the consequences. Inti Flynn, a resolute biologist, arrives in the rugged terrain with fourteen grey wolves, her traumatised twin sister, and an unwavering sense of purpose.
Convinced that the wolves are crucial for rewilding the damaged landscape, Inti dismisses local opposition. She hopes the remote project will provide her sister, Aggie, with an opportunity to recover from the harrowing events that forced them to flee Alaska. However, their endeavour is soon overshadowed by violence, and Inti finds herself embroiled in a murder mystery when she stumbles upon a farmer's corpse.
Refusing to believe her wolves are culpable, Inti makes a perilous choice to shield them. But if the wolves aren't responsible, who is? And can she trust the man she's falling for when he becomes the prime suspect? This gripping tale explores Inti's desperate struggle to protect her family, the wild animals, and the natural world she cherishes, no matter the cost.
Charlotte McConaghy's 'Once There Were Wolves' is an unforgettable, propulsive narrative that delves into the depths of human nature, the bonds of family, and our complex relationship with the wild. The Los Angeles Times hails it as "Blazing...Visceral...A stunning book that pushes the boundaries of language and empathy," while the New York Times Book Review lauds it as "Bold...A heartfelt and earnest novel."
Book ISBN: | 9781784744397 |
Book Author: | Charlotte McConaghy |
Book Format: | Hardback |
Book Imprint: | Chatto & Windus |
Book Publisher: | Vintage Publishing |
Book Dimensions: | 226 x 147 x 31 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2022-01-20 |
Book Pagination: | 272 pages |
Book Weight: | 380g |
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