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The Wolf Hunters
This debut crime novel is set in a brutal, chaotic Scotland of the near future, where it’s business at any cost for the people who live there. Archie Henderson, a passionate hunter, has rewilded his vast Highland estate filling the mountains and woods with wolves and bears. Here he runs wolf hunts with a terrible difference.
But when a young man is killed by a bear on the reserve, Detective Inspector Rhona Ballantyne investigates. The death is not all it seems. She uncovers a terrifying truth that will put her own life in jeopardy.
A new writer to this genre, Amanda Mitchison has hit the ground running with a new spin to Tartan Noir.
But when a young man is killed by a bear on the reserve, Detective Inspector Rhona Ballantyne investigates. The death is not all it seems. She uncovers a terrifying truth that will put her own life in jeopardy.
A new writer to this genre, Amanda Mitchison has hit the ground running with a new spin to Tartan Noir.
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336 pages, Paperback
Published September 30, 2021
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September 30, 2021
I received a gifted copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via Lovebookstours as part of the book tour.
The wolf hunters is a twisty, turney read set in Scotland in the near future. I loved the dystopian elements to the story and enjoyed how it unfolded.
Archie is a passionate hunter who decides to increase the amount of bears and wolves available to hunt from his vast Highland mountain estate. But when someone is killed within the reserve by one of these wild animals an investigation is launched. We then meet Rhona Ballantyne who is the investigating officer assigned to investigate the death, as not all is as it seems.
I was pulled into the story and enjoyed the story's twists and turns. The only thing I will say is I wish the pace would have been a little faster!
Definitely an author to watch after this great debut in crime fiction.
The wolf hunters is a twisty, turney read set in Scotland in the near future. I loved the dystopian elements to the story and enjoyed how it unfolded.
Archie is a passionate hunter who decides to increase the amount of bears and wolves available to hunt from his vast Highland mountain estate. But when someone is killed within the reserve by one of these wild animals an investigation is launched. We then meet Rhona Ballantyne who is the investigating officer assigned to investigate the death, as not all is as it seems.
I was pulled into the story and enjoyed the story's twists and turns. The only thing I will say is I wish the pace would have been a little faster!
Definitely an author to watch after this great debut in crime fiction.
September 25, 2021
I absolutely hate writing negative reviews for books but unfortunately this one just wasn’t my cup of tea. I finished it 10 minutes ago and i couldn’t tell you what happened, i felt like it was extremely slow paced and i just don’t vibe with that. HOWEVER that’s not to say that you won’t like it, if the blurb takes your fancy then give it a good go, it’s such a shame i wasn’t the biggest fan of this as it sounded right up my street.
October 26, 2021
Book review.
I’m a sucker for a good cover and this one is so cool. Coupled with being a dystopian setting this book is just what I love to read. Mitchison allowed her female lead to stay strong and empowered. As with all dystopian books this one kept twisting and turning till the very end.
The story was interesting and the themes are all things I loved. Personally I would have liked it to be slightly faster paced but it’s a great read.
Thank you to @amanda.mitchison @fledglingpressbooks and
@lovebookstours for allowing me to be part of this tour.
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I’m a sucker for a good cover and this one is so cool. Coupled with being a dystopian setting this book is just what I love to read. Mitchison allowed her female lead to stay strong and empowered. As with all dystopian books this one kept twisting and turning till the very end.
The story was interesting and the themes are all things I loved. Personally I would have liked it to be slightly faster paced but it’s a great read.
Thank you to @amanda.mitchison @fledglingpressbooks and
@lovebookstours for allowing me to be part of this tour.
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October 7, 2021
The Wolf Hunters by Amanda Mitchison
Wow this was such a good read! Set in a dystopian future, it was like entering another world. I loved the main character Rhona and seeing how she commanded everyone around her to do her job well. A great example of a strong female lead who was very real, fighting her own demons while also fighting for justice in a very tough time.
Great twists which kept me on the edge of my seat and wanting more each time I read - I couldn't put it down! I was so intrigued by the world Amanda created and loved reading - it was a strange kind of compulsion to read on even when it was gruesome and shocking.
Thank you @amanda.mitchison @fledglingpressbooks and @lovebookstours for a place on the tour in exchange for an honest review.
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Wow this was such a good read! Set in a dystopian future, it was like entering another world. I loved the main character Rhona and seeing how she commanded everyone around her to do her job well. A great example of a strong female lead who was very real, fighting her own demons while also fighting for justice in a very tough time.
Great twists which kept me on the edge of my seat and wanting more each time I read - I couldn't put it down! I was so intrigued by the world Amanda created and loved reading - it was a strange kind of compulsion to read on even when it was gruesome and shocking.
Thank you @amanda.mitchison @fledglingpressbooks and @lovebookstours for a place on the tour in exchange for an honest review.
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October 6, 2021
⭐⭐⭐⭐.5
Well that was definitely a lot more dark and twisted than I expected it to be... 😦
So my tour stop for this one was last week but I'd only received the book six days before and I just did not have time to read it, but I started it this week and finished it in 48 hours, and I'm so glad I read it!
I was expecting a crimey fantasy but instead I got a dark dystopian thriller, two of my favourite genres.
The world within this book is terrifying, and there's a handy map of the Estate which I actually forgot to refer to when I needed it the most!
I felt like this book flowed really well, had a good cast of characters and the right amount of grit whilst also creeping me out a little.
Yet another Author's mind that I'm very scared of... But I absolutely loved it.
Well that was definitely a lot more dark and twisted than I expected it to be... 😦
So my tour stop for this one was last week but I'd only received the book six days before and I just did not have time to read it, but I started it this week and finished it in 48 hours, and I'm so glad I read it!
I was expecting a crimey fantasy but instead I got a dark dystopian thriller, two of my favourite genres.
The world within this book is terrifying, and there's a handy map of the Estate which I actually forgot to refer to when I needed it the most!
I felt like this book flowed really well, had a good cast of characters and the right amount of grit whilst also creeping me out a little.
Yet another Author's mind that I'm very scared of... But I absolutely loved it.
August 1, 2022
I came across this novel when I saw it long-listed for the ‘Bloody Scotland’ debut novel of year and it sounded like it would be a little bit different from your normal crime thriller.
The novel is set in the near future where Detective Inspector Rhona Ballantyne returns to her West of Scotland beat after having been in Italy tracking down the killer of her twin sister. Scotland has been hit by a pandemic, among other things and the economy has collapsed. There is a shortage of proper food supplies and the locals seem to eek out a living catering to the needs of rich tourists which still come to the area.Archie Henderson is the owner of a local estate which he has re-wilded with wolves and bears and he organises hunts for his rich clientele. Rhona is called to the estate when the body of a male is found mauled, apparently by a bear. All is not what it at first appears and when another death occurs, soon after, again on the estate, Rhona is determined to get to the bottom of the mysterious goings on, placing herself in imminent danger.
I thoroughly enjoyed this novel as I really enjoyed the outdoor setting where the majority of the ‘action’ takes place. There is a real feeling of being there, as Mitchison transports us to the costal estate of forest, hills and disused mines which is populated by all kinds of wildlife. She also paints a very distinctive picture of a dystopian Scotland where there is a huge disparity in fortunes between the haves and the have nots. This is also not your usual ‘murder mystery’ either as there are several threads to the story which all eventually come together. The backstory of Rhona’s twins death is not fully explained and I did wonder if this is the first in a series of novels featuring Rhona Ballantyne and that story may be further explored ?
In summary, I found this to be a highly readable novel with a unique setting and well worth its ‘Bloody Scotland’ listing.
The novel is set in the near future where Detective Inspector Rhona Ballantyne returns to her West of Scotland beat after having been in Italy tracking down the killer of her twin sister. Scotland has been hit by a pandemic, among other things and the economy has collapsed. There is a shortage of proper food supplies and the locals seem to eek out a living catering to the needs of rich tourists which still come to the area.Archie Henderson is the owner of a local estate which he has re-wilded with wolves and bears and he organises hunts for his rich clientele. Rhona is called to the estate when the body of a male is found mauled, apparently by a bear. All is not what it at first appears and when another death occurs, soon after, again on the estate, Rhona is determined to get to the bottom of the mysterious goings on, placing herself in imminent danger.
I thoroughly enjoyed this novel as I really enjoyed the outdoor setting where the majority of the ‘action’ takes place. There is a real feeling of being there, as Mitchison transports us to the costal estate of forest, hills and disused mines which is populated by all kinds of wildlife. She also paints a very distinctive picture of a dystopian Scotland where there is a huge disparity in fortunes between the haves and the have nots. This is also not your usual ‘murder mystery’ either as there are several threads to the story which all eventually come together. The backstory of Rhona’s twins death is not fully explained and I did wonder if this is the first in a series of novels featuring Rhona Ballantyne and that story may be further explored ?
In summary, I found this to be a highly readable novel with a unique setting and well worth its ‘Bloody Scotland’ listing.
October 5, 2021
3.5 stars
I’m a sucker for a crime novel. And a dystopian novel. So The Wolf Hunters seemed ideal. Set in a remote part of Scotland, there was promise of an interesting story.
Although it started really slowly, with a lot of backstory and explanation, once the story got going, I did enjoy it. There were lots of great elements that stood out and the narrative was excellent. The shock factor of the brutality was quite gruesome, but it wasn’t glorified and although I could visualise everything clearly, I wasn’t unnecessarily repulsed.
Personally, the dystopian element didn’t add a whole lot to the book. It was an interesting concept, but the plot itself could have worked in the world as we know it. There was murder, manipulation, weirdness and a lot of brutality; none of which is unusual. There is also an underlying portrayal of the class system, with stark differences between the rich and poor throughout the story. With the poor fighting for survival, the rich are playing games with other people’s lives.
Choosing Scotland as a location was fantastic. Rugged, desolate and bleak, it added to the daily struggles of the characters.
DI Rhona was your typical flawed, female detective. Every one I’ve encountered seems to lack social skills, prefer their own company and have hidden demons. That said, I liked her: she was feisty, resilient and somehow personable…
Of the other characters, only Wilber stood out. I felt so sorry for him, as he was also manipulated, but had no way to defend himself. Rhona’s dad was a feeble character; there merely to give her a reason to return, his presence added nothing to the story.
Despite the lack of pace at the beginning, Mitchison has put together a unique story that looks at how people react when there is nothing left to live for. It’s shocking, harrowing and leaves you questioning your own morals.
I was provided with a copy by the author and Love Book Tours. All opinions my own.
I’m a sucker for a crime novel. And a dystopian novel. So The Wolf Hunters seemed ideal. Set in a remote part of Scotland, there was promise of an interesting story.
Although it started really slowly, with a lot of backstory and explanation, once the story got going, I did enjoy it. There were lots of great elements that stood out and the narrative was excellent. The shock factor of the brutality was quite gruesome, but it wasn’t glorified and although I could visualise everything clearly, I wasn’t unnecessarily repulsed.
Personally, the dystopian element didn’t add a whole lot to the book. It was an interesting concept, but the plot itself could have worked in the world as we know it. There was murder, manipulation, weirdness and a lot of brutality; none of which is unusual. There is also an underlying portrayal of the class system, with stark differences between the rich and poor throughout the story. With the poor fighting for survival, the rich are playing games with other people’s lives.
Choosing Scotland as a location was fantastic. Rugged, desolate and bleak, it added to the daily struggles of the characters.
DI Rhona was your typical flawed, female detective. Every one I’ve encountered seems to lack social skills, prefer their own company and have hidden demons. That said, I liked her: she was feisty, resilient and somehow personable…
Of the other characters, only Wilber stood out. I felt so sorry for him, as he was also manipulated, but had no way to defend himself. Rhona’s dad was a feeble character; there merely to give her a reason to return, his presence added nothing to the story.
Despite the lack of pace at the beginning, Mitchison has put together a unique story that looks at how people react when there is nothing left to live for. It’s shocking, harrowing and leaves you questioning your own morals.
I was provided with a copy by the author and Love Book Tours. All opinions my own.
October 16, 2021
‘The Wolf Hunters’ is a dark, foreboding novel that seems realistically plausible as a post pandemic world. Scotland decided to cut it self off from the world and is now a desolate desperate place where the wee free church has the power and the people have none. It’s a land where there are no trees, farm animals or even food but yet there is a protected paradise - Archie Henderson estate, which has been left in a pristine state and it’s owner has rewilded the land with bears, wild cats and wolves. It’s now a high end hunting estate but a young man has been found dead, apparently killed by one of the bears. DI Rhona Ballantyne is called in to deal with the body but will she find something that brings the estate’s secrets to light?
Oh may this was a crazy ride wasn’t it? Who else felt sorry for the poor bear?! I enjoyed this dystopian view of Scotland and would love to see this become a series. Despite its very strange setting it was still clearly a police procedural. We have scenes of crime, witnesses, suspects and a detective who wanted to find out the truth no matter what. I found Rhona as a detective to be funny, strong, tenacious (she autopsied a bear for goodness sake!) loyal and this is strangely juxtaposed with a naivety when it comes to the level of evilness in this world.
This was a thought-provoking novel, that was gritty and dark, philosophical at times, it shows what people are capable of to ensure their survival and yet shows that human kindness does shine through, even if it is sodden in drink and smells of mints.
Oh may this was a crazy ride wasn’t it? Who else felt sorry for the poor bear?! I enjoyed this dystopian view of Scotland and would love to see this become a series. Despite its very strange setting it was still clearly a police procedural. We have scenes of crime, witnesses, suspects and a detective who wanted to find out the truth no matter what. I found Rhona as a detective to be funny, strong, tenacious (she autopsied a bear for goodness sake!) loyal and this is strangely juxtaposed with a naivety when it comes to the level of evilness in this world.
This was a thought-provoking novel, that was gritty and dark, philosophical at times, it shows what people are capable of to ensure their survival and yet shows that human kindness does shine through, even if it is sodden in drink and smells of mints.
January 21, 2024
I just don't think the synopsis, the title, the cover, really accurately reflects the story. Thought I was going in for a more thriller / horror / what's that in the woods vibe - instead it's a been a drag of a policewoman going to different houses asking the same questions. I'm really really not one for crime anyway so I wouldn't of picked it up if I thought this would be it.
The whole thing just felt flat - the same conversations over and over, boring characters. The ‘reveal’ at the end was predictable from the start, and had no emotional pay off, was like a bad villain movie monologue. Also - I see mentions of dystopian scotland but the world building was absolutely non-existent and just came across as an afterthought edited in post.
The whole thing just felt flat - the same conversations over and over, boring characters. The ‘reveal’ at the end was predictable from the start, and had no emotional pay off, was like a bad villain movie monologue. Also - I see mentions of dystopian scotland but the world building was absolutely non-existent and just came across as an afterthought edited in post.
September 2, 2023
It’s like the author has read an article by the estate owners of Attadale; combined it with the Covid lockdown and splashed in some ‘better together’ bullshit and come up with the plot of this novel. It was just weird. The MC lives on alcohol and sweets, yet describes a scone as ‘ awful - a coaster-shaped starch base swimming in warm fat.’ A lemon drizzle cake as ‘ it turned out to be a dose of food colouring and sugar, bound together with trans fat.’
It’s like she’s tried to be too clever and thus the story does not flow and just falls flat.
It’s like she’s tried to be too clever and thus the story does not flow and just falls flat.
August 8, 2022
This is another book that I decided to read when it was shortlisted for the Bloody Scotland Crime debut of the year 2022.
As I began the novel I found the fantasy setting intriguing. It is set in a dystopian future Scotland. The country is under the theocratic rule of the 'Holy Willies', although religion does not feature in the plot very much, it is more of a background setting. Scotland is recovering from 'the shutdown' after a viral pandemic, so the parallels with COVID are obvious. The book begins at passport control at the Scottish border where a vaccination certificate, and a bribe, are required on entry. The Country seems to be riven by injustice, corruption and poverty. The majority of the population live in squalid conditions where the only food available is basic, grown or found (roadkill). The Scottish Executive are referred to as 'Stalinists'. So I wondered if the futuristic setting was a doomsday prediction of potential Scottish Independence?
The plot centers around the fictional Henderson estate, situated on the Ardnamurchan peninsula. The estate has been has been rewilded. Beavers, wolves and bears now inhabit the land where hunting parties provide income for the owner. I won't say any more on the plot to avoid spoilers.
The novel has a strong start, but I found it slow going thereafter, the plot does burst into life in the final third. I felt too much of the novel was spent setting the scene and some of the chapters were extraneous. The protagonist, DI Rhona Ballantyne, is an alcoholic who is constantly tippling neat whisky from her hip flask. I don't think her alcoholism was realistic, or was required. She is portrayed as a brave and competent officer, the constant intoxication didn't seem plausible given her operational prowess. It seems to be a prerequisite that every Tartan Noir protagonist working in law enforcement is also an alcoholic? It just seemed like an unnecessary character persona in this case.
The plot twist later in the tale was enjoyable and well accomplished. This novel certainly ticks the Tartan Noir boxes, bleak setting, flawed characters, horrific and unsettling plot development. The futuristic aspect provides a welcome variation to other novels in the genre. The prose is very good and the descriptive elements of the Scottish countryside are particularly vivid. A complex tale that was worth following to the very end.
As I began the novel I found the fantasy setting intriguing. It is set in a dystopian future Scotland. The country is under the theocratic rule of the 'Holy Willies', although religion does not feature in the plot very much, it is more of a background setting. Scotland is recovering from 'the shutdown' after a viral pandemic, so the parallels with COVID are obvious. The book begins at passport control at the Scottish border where a vaccination certificate, and a bribe, are required on entry. The Country seems to be riven by injustice, corruption and poverty. The majority of the population live in squalid conditions where the only food available is basic, grown or found (roadkill). The Scottish Executive are referred to as 'Stalinists'. So I wondered if the futuristic setting was a doomsday prediction of potential Scottish Independence?
The plot centers around the fictional Henderson estate, situated on the Ardnamurchan peninsula. The estate has been has been rewilded. Beavers, wolves and bears now inhabit the land where hunting parties provide income for the owner. I won't say any more on the plot to avoid spoilers.
The novel has a strong start, but I found it slow going thereafter, the plot does burst into life in the final third. I felt too much of the novel was spent setting the scene and some of the chapters were extraneous. The protagonist, DI Rhona Ballantyne, is an alcoholic who is constantly tippling neat whisky from her hip flask. I don't think her alcoholism was realistic, or was required. She is portrayed as a brave and competent officer, the constant intoxication didn't seem plausible given her operational prowess. It seems to be a prerequisite that every Tartan Noir protagonist working in law enforcement is also an alcoholic? It just seemed like an unnecessary character persona in this case.
The plot twist later in the tale was enjoyable and well accomplished. This novel certainly ticks the Tartan Noir boxes, bleak setting, flawed characters, horrific and unsettling plot development. The futuristic aspect provides a welcome variation to other novels in the genre. The prose is very good and the descriptive elements of the Scottish countryside are particularly vivid. A complex tale that was worth following to the very end.
October 25, 2021
Yippee just to get me into the mood to pick up a new book to read and you find a map this is the book for me. Love a map.
There was so many twists and questions I immediately needed to know. How did Maggie die? What was going on in this Scotland hillside. Who were these people why do they speak Russian. Then before I knew it 6 months later happened…
As we know Rhonda is an officer as such and there’s a dead body that appears to be killed by a bear.. however the author notes that there’s a few lies made by Matt so you further begin to question what is there to lie about.
The writing style although not as easy I would like to follow was descriptive and brilliant as telling you where you was at that moment in time with the right amount of build up. For me I liked how a book so potentially serious had such massive funny moments built in. I didn’t expect that but I did find myself chuckling away at a few witty sentences here and there.
Every chapter you go through builds up the intensity as you start to jigsaw together the missing pieces. The shocking moments where you think Rhonda is even more in danger start to build up. I was so thrilled with this ending it was tied up in such a way you finish the book thinking wow this was incredible.
A completely different style of thriller for me but one which will stick with me for a while.
There was so many twists and questions I immediately needed to know. How did Maggie die? What was going on in this Scotland hillside. Who were these people why do they speak Russian. Then before I knew it 6 months later happened…
As we know Rhonda is an officer as such and there’s a dead body that appears to be killed by a bear.. however the author notes that there’s a few lies made by Matt so you further begin to question what is there to lie about.
The writing style although not as easy I would like to follow was descriptive and brilliant as telling you where you was at that moment in time with the right amount of build up. For me I liked how a book so potentially serious had such massive funny moments built in. I didn’t expect that but I did find myself chuckling away at a few witty sentences here and there.
Every chapter you go through builds up the intensity as you start to jigsaw together the missing pieces. The shocking moments where you think Rhonda is even more in danger start to build up. I was so thrilled with this ending it was tied up in such a way you finish the book thinking wow this was incredible.
A completely different style of thriller for me but one which will stick with me for a while.
October 5, 2021
A debut crime novel set in a dystopian Scotland follows Archie Henderson, a hunter who has rewilded his Highland estate. The Scottish landscape is now filled with wolves and bears and Archie runs wolf hunts with a terrible difference.
When a young man is killed by a bear on the reserve, DI Rhona Ballantyne is assigned the solve the case. As she begins to unravel the dark secret behind the death, she uncovers a terrible truth that will put her own life in jeopardy.
As a highland resident, the idea of re-wilding really appealed to me. The Wolf Hunters is a slow burn and the tension builds over the course of the book. If you like a dark dystopian theme to your novels, with a twisty plot line, this one might be for you. Sadly, it wasn’t one for me.
When a young man is killed by a bear on the reserve, DI Rhona Ballantyne is assigned the solve the case. As she begins to unravel the dark secret behind the death, she uncovers a terrible truth that will put her own life in jeopardy.
As a highland resident, the idea of re-wilding really appealed to me. The Wolf Hunters is a slow burn and the tension builds over the course of the book. If you like a dark dystopian theme to your novels, with a twisty plot line, this one might be for you. Sadly, it wasn’t one for me.
October 5, 2021
Okay first of all I’m a sucker for a book with a cool cover, anything that has a wolf on it, I’m reading it. I haven’t read many dystopian books so I loved that it’s set in dystopian Scotland. The mystery was well written throughout with twists that kept me on the edge of my seat. I thought that the main character Di Rhona is such a strong and confident female character, she’s really willing to do whatever it takes to get a job done. There were times I was a little confused by what was going on and I felt the pacing was a little slow for my liking but it all rounds up nicely at the end. Good book to kick off spooky season. I think if you are a fan of dystopian/crime/mystery then you would enjoy this book.
March 17, 2022
Detective Inspector Rhona Ballantyne is good at her job and loves her whisky. She also has some amusing takes on her characters and an array of putdowns - mainly reserved for her male colleagues. Her emerging backstory explains some of this as well as why she has been away from her homeland for several years. The dystopian world she comes back to is only a step away from life as we know it and intriguingly we aren't told what has happened to make this future world treat children as game. I’m looking forward to hearing more about how this world has come about and what Detective Ballantyne is going to do about it!
September 20, 2023
Intriguing front cover and plot outline; well! This book blew me away, I absolutely loved it; flawed detective trying to re-establish her career in a future Scotland, not far removed from our own. It builds up slowly and packs a punch; at times leaving me mystified and also recoiling in horror once we and our protagonist figure it all out. A cracking read and a new favourite for tartan noir fans.
October 4, 2021
As debut crime novels go this was pretty damn good & I wouldn't hesitate in recommending it!
A little slow in places, but I find that helps sometimes when there is so much to take in. Full of twists & turns, this was a very well thought out novel with a dystopian feel to it.
I'm looking forward to reading more of Amanda's crime works, to see how Rhona Ballantynes character develops & what crimes she's sent to investigate next.
Many thanks to Love Books Tours for my tour spot & gifted copy.
𝗜 𝗴𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗮 4 ⭐ 𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴
A little slow in places, but I find that helps sometimes when there is so much to take in. Full of twists & turns, this was a very well thought out novel with a dystopian feel to it.
I'm looking forward to reading more of Amanda's crime works, to see how Rhona Ballantynes character develops & what crimes she's sent to investigate next.
Many thanks to Love Books Tours for my tour spot & gifted copy.
𝗜 𝗴𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗮 4 ⭐ 𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴
August 28, 2022
Such an interesting setting as it was not so dystopian that it was unrecognisable and having just gone through a pandemic, it's easy to imagine the devestation that could be rought by one that was more deadly.
Rhona is a hard drinking strong protagonist who could easily carry a series and her home life was sadly moving as well. Nice to read something so different.
Rhona is a hard drinking strong protagonist who could easily carry a series and her home life was sadly moving as well. Nice to read something so different.
May 10, 2023
A little clunky in places. I would have liked to see a little deeper into Shona.
December 6, 2022
Very poor obvious plot. Awful character of inspector. Not recommended
October 13, 2021
I really enjoyed this book but it did start a bit slow and I did not feel as if I was invested in the characters or the plot as much as I could have been. I was more intrigued about the other areas this book follows e.g. the workers in the hills and their lives rather than Rona and her killer wolf hunters.
October 17, 2023
it felt as though the world was not fully evolved, and i was the most excited for the dystopian scotland side of the story so when that let me down, my enjoyment of the story fell as well. i found myself disliking the main character as well.
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