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Wolf Girl
Oct 11, 2024 8:18 PM

Author:Theresa Tomlinson

Wolf Girl

Cwen, a poor weaver struggling to make a living at Whitby Abbey, is accused of possessing a valuable necklace; if found guilty she could be hanged. Wulfrun, Cwen's daughter, sets out to prove her mother's innocence.

Set in turbulent Anglo-Saxon times, this is the story of a resourceful, dauntless heroine, determined and clever as the wolf that she is named for.

In WOLF GIRL, Theresa Tomlinson links her enthusiasm for creating strong, adventurous heroines with her interest in history and mythology of the North East Coast of England.

Reviews

A most compelling read to immerse yourself in. The period details feel authentic without obtruding into the development of the characters and story line

—— writeaway.org.uk

Tomlinson has skilfully woven known facts and real people with invented characters to form an exciting historical novel . . . shows her talents to the full

—— Books for Keeps

This is a novel sure to please any reader looking for intrigue and adventure

—— Beth Morrissey , The School Librarian

Whitby Abbey and its community are brought vividly to life . . . The book just abounds with strong, independent female characters, the pace is just perfect and the twists and turns of the plot never become confusing . . . Wolf Girl should be fascinating for young people and adults alike

—— Historical Novels Review

Older readers will enjoy this exciting historical novel

—— Junior News & Mail

Younger adults will welcome Theresa Tomlinson's foray into the Anglo-Saxon era with this excellent and well-crafted adventure . . . Appealing to both sexes, a great adventure story for the modern readership

—— gatewaymonthly.com

Dibben makes gleeful use of the timetravel aspect to bring characters from different historical periods into a contemporary setting . . . It's playful, inventive and full of delightfully nerdy jokes and asides. Perfect for fans of Horrible Histories and Percy Jackson

—— Eimear Ryan , Inis

This is an utterly rambunctious read, full of swashbuckling adventure . . . There's a great deal of humour, too . . . The whole thing has great heart and highspiritedness

—— The Bookbag

Although time-travel plays a central part in the plot, it is first and foremost a cracking adventure story that is perfect for the 9+ age group. You want your swashes buckled? Then this is the story for you. Prefer the pace of the stories you read to be on the fast side? Then jump on this bob-sleigh of a story and enjoy the ride!

—— Book Zone 4 Boys

A thoroughly enjoyable action-packed romp through time that will appeal to adventure-lovers

—— Ruth Coleman , Inis

Bags of commercial potential and a great read too

—— Fiona Noble , The Bookseller

There are many exciting action sequences, which are almost cinematic in their execution, villains so dastardly they practically perspire evil, and it all adds up to a very enjoyable adventure story

—— Kieran Mark Crowley , Inis

Harry Potter meets Doctor Who in a blockbusting new time-travel series packed with secret societies, diabolical villains and daring heroes

—— Fiona Noble , The Bookseller

A wonderfully imaginative adventure thriller giving an excellent introduction to fantasy fiction

—— Booktrust

Reading it left me breathless, I don’t think I’ve ever read a faster-paced book . . . Fasten your seatbelt because you’re in for one hell of a ride!

—— Fantasybookreview.co.uk
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