Book Review: A Wolf Called Wander

Middle grade readers who love animals may enjoy this story about a wolf who loses his pack and struggles to survive injury, starvation, men with rifles, and fire, all on his own.

A WOLF CALLED WANDER by Rosanne Parry is a gripping tale of survival that is inspired by a true story. This book includes some illustrations for readers who like a visual context. While the story is not always happy, as things are in nature, this is a story I wanted to read from start to finish. I am particularly impressed by how the author gave enough details for the reader to understand the many wolves in the pack that were lost, the personality of each, and what they meant to Swift.

In spite of the obstacles, Swift is proud of the wolf he is and has hope to lead a pack like his father. Readers cannot help but root for this plucky wolf.