In Wolf Road, Winter is over so Tuuli and her family are travelling with their tribe to their spring and then summer camps. But when Tuuli falls behind, she gets into trouble and injures her ankle, which is when she meets the unusual looking stranger who helps her out.
Wolf Mountain sees Tuuli embark on a wandering (a journey on her own). At 13 winters she's a little young but after the events at the end of Wolf Road (no spoilers), she decides she needs to set out on her own, with only her wolf, Lupa, for company. But will she find what she so desperately seeks?
I know I was late to Wolf Road, having seen many bookish friends rave about how good it is, and I now completely agree with them. However, the beauty of being late to the party is that I didn't have to wait to dive into Wolf Mountain (which I think I enjoyed even more than Wolf Road).
The prehistoric setting of this book is wonderful and it's evident to see that Roberts knows her stuff. The entire book feels authentic in the details and gives a real insight into what daily life would have been like for a prehistoric girl in a way that readers will understand and appreciate. At the same time, however, Roberts doesn't shy away from the harsh realities of life at that time.
In many ways, the books feel calm and gentle (although you can expect more danger in book 2); it's certainly not an action packed adventure, but it's a book that captures you the more you read and you really feel like you're getting to know the characters. It's full of emotion and I found myself completely invested in Tuuli. It's beautifully written and the characters are relatable despite the time difference and the complete difference in daily life.
These books about resilience and finding yourself; about understanding and accepting difference, and they give readers an insight into prehistoric life, and they are perfect for fans of Wolf Brother, I Am Rebel or Hannah Gold.
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