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Wolf Girl #9
Sink or Swim: Wolf Girl 9
Wolf Girl and her pack are back with a splash in an epic new installment of this smash-hit series.
A brand new Wolf Girl adventure from Australia's bestselling author.
When Gwen and her pack are carried by the wild river to the tiny village of Hookville, little does she know she will soon be joining forces with Jarrod, a local athlete, to compete in the Championship Games.
But will they make it upriver to the Championship Games in time? And what - and who - will they find when they get there?
A brand new Wolf Girl adventure from Australia's bestselling author.
When Gwen and her pack are carried by the wild river to the tiny village of Hookville, little does she know she will soon be joining forces with Jarrod, a local athlete, to compete in the Championship Games.
But will they make it upriver to the Championship Games in time? And what - and who - will they find when they get there?
- GenresMiddle GradeChildrens
234 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 4, 2023
24 people are currently reading
124 people want to read
About the author
Anh Do
194 books460 followersAnh Do is a comedian, artist and also one of the highest selling Australian authors of all time, with total book sales approaching 3 million.
Anh’s first book, The Happiest Refugee, is his enormously popular memoir recounting his perilous childhood journey in a tiny boat from war-torn Vietnam to Australia. The book became an instant hit and has won numerous awards including Australian Book of the Year.
Anh has since turned his attention to children’s book writing.
Weird Do is an illustrated series starring Weir (1st name), Do (2nd name), a kid with a very unfortunate name. Aimed at the 8+ market, these books have gone off the charts as national best-sellers, resulting in 14 books total and more on the way. The first Weir Do won the Australian Book Industry Award for Older Children (2014).
Other children's book series include Hotdog, the adventures of a sausage dog and also Ninja Kid, the escapades of a 10 year old Nerd who discovers he’s the world’s last ninja.
In 2019, Anh released Wolf Girl, a series about a little girl who gets lost in forest and befriends a group of dogs and an enormous Wolf who become her family. Then came Rise of the Mythix, which marks the first of a number of sagas described by Anh as ‘A superhero movie in a book’.
All of Anh Do’s books are mega bestsellers and all rate between 4-5 star averages on websites such as Goodreads and Amazon.
It’s clear that Anh is an exciting voice in literature, able to delight across age ranges and different genres with great success, and he isn’t planning to slow down any time soon.
Anh’s first book, The Happiest Refugee, is his enormously popular memoir recounting his perilous childhood journey in a tiny boat from war-torn Vietnam to Australia. The book became an instant hit and has won numerous awards including Australian Book of the Year.
Anh has since turned his attention to children’s book writing.
Weird Do is an illustrated series starring Weir (1st name), Do (2nd name), a kid with a very unfortunate name. Aimed at the 8+ market, these books have gone off the charts as national best-sellers, resulting in 14 books total and more on the way. The first Weir Do won the Australian Book Industry Award for Older Children (2014).
Other children's book series include Hotdog, the adventures of a sausage dog and also Ninja Kid, the escapades of a 10 year old Nerd who discovers he’s the world’s last ninja.
In 2019, Anh released Wolf Girl, a series about a little girl who gets lost in forest and befriends a group of dogs and an enormous Wolf who become her family. Then came Rise of the Mythix, which marks the first of a number of sagas described by Anh as ‘A superhero movie in a book’.
All of Anh Do’s books are mega bestsellers and all rate between 4-5 star averages on websites such as Goodreads and Amazon.
It’s clear that Anh is an exciting voice in literature, able to delight across age ranges and different genres with great success, and he isn’t planning to slow down any time soon.
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July 10, 2023
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In Sink or Swim the reader is immediately plunged into the drama as Wolf Girl and her canine friends are being chased by the Hornets.
They escape in a small boat and soon come across a village being destroyed by a landslide. Here Wolf Girl meets Jarrod, a local athlete, and he convinces her to compete in the Championship Games where the winner receives one wish. This is where Wolf Girl is presented with a moral dilemma with who she should free with her wish. Although this dilemma isn't played out in this book.
With simple writing and full page illustrations throughout this isn't a challenging read. The pace starts out fast but slows towards the end of the novel. This is a series that needs to be read from the start as there is no backstory. The baddies are evil and Wolf Girl's doggie friends are fearless and dedicated. I loved the banter between the dogs it added some fun humour to the story.
Extensively illustrated throughout with half and full page black and white sketches which add an extra element of comprehension to the story.
Sink or Swim ends on a cliff hanger that will have readers eager for more.
*I received my copy from the publisher
In Sink or Swim the reader is immediately plunged into the drama as Wolf Girl and her canine friends are being chased by the Hornets.
They escape in a small boat and soon come across a village being destroyed by a landslide. Here Wolf Girl meets Jarrod, a local athlete, and he convinces her to compete in the Championship Games where the winner receives one wish. This is where Wolf Girl is presented with a moral dilemma with who she should free with her wish. Although this dilemma isn't played out in this book.
With simple writing and full page illustrations throughout this isn't a challenging read. The pace starts out fast but slows towards the end of the novel. This is a series that needs to be read from the start as there is no backstory. The baddies are evil and Wolf Girl's doggie friends are fearless and dedicated. I loved the banter between the dogs it added some fun humour to the story.
Extensively illustrated throughout with half and full page black and white sketches which add an extra element of comprehension to the story.
Sink or Swim ends on a cliff hanger that will have readers eager for more.
*I received my copy from the publisher
July 17, 2023
For a traditionally published book by a popular author there were way too many mistakes that should’ve been caught before being released. Just sayin.
Apart from that I really enjoyed this instalment in the series and I can’t wait for the next book.
Apart from that I really enjoyed this instalment in the series and I can’t wait for the next book.
July 8, 2023
It is amazing and interesting.It keeps me on the edge of my seat. I can’t take my eyes of it. Lila 9 years old
July 3, 2023
Another action-packed instalment in the Wolf Girl series as Gwen and the Pack are making their getaway and find themselves caught up in the affairs of a remote fishing village in need of assistance. There's a surprisingly reveal at the end of the book that will leave fans of the series wanting the next book asap.
August 2, 2023
Gwen has been on a long journey, searching for her lost parents and sister. Accompanied by her pack of 4 dogs and one wolf in a large canoe, she is pursued by a chopper. A wild storm is about to break. The evil Braxans are hot on her trail. What should she do?
With no thought of giving up, Gwen and her buddies overcome disaster to continue down the wild river, ending up in the village of Hookville. There is much destruction from the storm, and Gwen seeks a place to hide. Unknown to Gwen, she will team up with young Jarrod, who is a local athlete. He is destined to compete in the championship games to be held upriver in Moon City. Will they be able to overcome the obstacles in their way?
This is an action-packed continuation of the Wolf Girl series. Readers of the previous books will be enthralled by Gwen’s bravery and determination as she, with her companion’s assistance, battle on. The cliff-hanger ending will leave readers aged 8-14 in anticipation of the next book in the series.
With no thought of giving up, Gwen and her buddies overcome disaster to continue down the wild river, ending up in the village of Hookville. There is much destruction from the storm, and Gwen seeks a place to hide. Unknown to Gwen, she will team up with young Jarrod, who is a local athlete. He is destined to compete in the championship games to be held upriver in Moon City. Will they be able to overcome the obstacles in their way?
This is an action-packed continuation of the Wolf Girl series. Readers of the previous books will be enthralled by Gwen’s bravery and determination as she, with her companion’s assistance, battle on. The cliff-hanger ending will leave readers aged 8-14 in anticipation of the next book in the series.
October 17, 2023
My daughter has been reading this series for a while now and she suggested that I give them a try. I found them to be highly entertaining with a lot of fast paced action. A very enjoyable series so far, I look forward to what happens next.
September 25, 2023
I really loved reading this book
June 20, 2024
As good as ever. Cant wait to read the next book!
October 14, 2024
Fun, full of adventure and left you wanting more
November 10, 2024
Very good
January 29, 2025
Great books.
July 27, 2025
“That twist at the end!” 😱
Rating and review by my 9yo who immediately wanted to start the next one
Rating and review by my 9yo who immediately wanted to start the next one
September 17, 2025
My 11 year old is enjoying the series.
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