Genres:
Fiction, Contemporary, Young Adult
Rating:
4 stars
Mature Content:
2 (mild violence)
Age Range:
14+
Interest level:
14-16+
Book Blurb:
Wolf is just a toddler when the ghost of a Japanese girl appears his crib. As he grows older, she never leaves his side, helping him to cope and survive his unpredictable, alcoholic father. Ultimately, Wolf must make a decision that will change his life forever, and only his unique friends, his powerful imagination, and recollections of his past life as a samurai warrior will help him choose the right path.
She Named Me Wolf is book one of six in the series The Many Lives of Wolf and is the first glimpse into one soul's travels through many lifetimes, seeking out the light in the darkness. (From Goodreads)
Review:
~I’d like to thank the author for sending me a free copy in exchange for my honest review!~
This was a sad, but eye-opening book, and it was very well done.
She Named Me Wolf is about a young boy with an amazing imagination and an abusive, alcoholic father, and how he grows up.
Wolf’s imagination basically creates a whole new world for him, and it becomes his coping mechanism as well as an alternate reality. His best friend, Polly, is a ghost, and the most prominent thing in his imagination. She’s his laugh on a sad day, a refuge in the storm.
Perhaps my favorite aspect of this book is that it addresses the issue of abuse (as well as depression, bullying, etc.), yet it’s appropriate for a wide age range. Everything is approached in a very sensitive way without taking away any of the seriousness out of it.
So, all in all, Smart did a wonderful job with this one, I loved it, and it’s definitely a must-read!
Things I Loved:
-I loved the protagonist
-The story was well written
-Also the cover is beautiful! :)
Things I Didn't Love:
-It was a little slow-paced at times, but, other than that, I loved it!
In Conclusion:
If you're looking for a book that addresses issues (such as abuse, depression, bullying, etc.) in a sensitive way, I recommend this one!
Recommended?:
Yes!