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Wolfbrother
Wolfbrother is an against the odds tale of two brothers, Beacan and Bram, who must draw upon all their strength, and all they have been taught, in order to survive the gladiatorial slaughter of the Roman colosseum and find their way back home. The fact that Beacan and Bram are two grey wolves make their journey across late Roman Europe to their home in the forests of Scotland even more difficult. Along the way their faith in their creator, their clan and in each other are tested to the limits. But if they can beat the odds and make it home, can things ever be the same again? Can they ever be the same again?
204 pages, Paperback
Published January 1, 2021
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April 14, 2022
Wolfbrother follows the adventures of two brother-wolves, Bram and his younger brother, Beacan. The story begins in Scotland, where Beacan must pass an initiation to be accepted as an adult member of his pack. This initiation gives us an insight into the complex relationship between the wolves and kinsen, i.e., humans, maintained by the teachings of the pack’s valla, their spiritual leader, who, in this case is Bram’s and Beacan’s sister, Edana.
Each chapter is introduced with a wolf-song or proverb, that reflects the values of the pack, adding a mystical, lyrical element. Throughout the story the author creates an awareness that the wolves are driven not only by their animal instincts, but by the spiritual values that govern them.
When Bram and Beacan are captured by hunters and taken to a land far from their home, they encounter many dangers. Edwards creates the setting—Roman Europe—as though perceived through the eyes of the wolves. The reader must interpret unfamiliar places, situations, and objects through the wolves’ naïve perspective: a spear described as a ‘throwing stick’ for example. The kinsens’ speech is presented in Latin, leaving the reader as puzzled as the wolves would be, as to the intended meaning of their words.
Even the thought processes and interactions between the wolves have a spontaneity, fickleness and naivety that help the reader take the wolves’ perspectives. Torn between their Creator-given responsibility to protect the kinsen, and their need to avoid being killed by them, the wolves are often conflicted throughout their long journey, especially when two nefarious werewolves—known as kinsen-ulfur who are hated by wolves and kinsen alike—threaten to kill the only humans who have shown Bram and Beacan kindness.
Wolfbrother is a story about loyalty, family love, perseverance, sacrifice, and overcoming stigma, as one is drawn in so convincingly to the ancient world as seen through wolf-eyes.
Each chapter is introduced with a wolf-song or proverb, that reflects the values of the pack, adding a mystical, lyrical element. Throughout the story the author creates an awareness that the wolves are driven not only by their animal instincts, but by the spiritual values that govern them.
When Bram and Beacan are captured by hunters and taken to a land far from their home, they encounter many dangers. Edwards creates the setting—Roman Europe—as though perceived through the eyes of the wolves. The reader must interpret unfamiliar places, situations, and objects through the wolves’ naïve perspective: a spear described as a ‘throwing stick’ for example. The kinsens’ speech is presented in Latin, leaving the reader as puzzled as the wolves would be, as to the intended meaning of their words.
Even the thought processes and interactions between the wolves have a spontaneity, fickleness and naivety that help the reader take the wolves’ perspectives. Torn between their Creator-given responsibility to protect the kinsen, and their need to avoid being killed by them, the wolves are often conflicted throughout their long journey, especially when two nefarious werewolves—known as kinsen-ulfur who are hated by wolves and kinsen alike—threaten to kill the only humans who have shown Bram and Beacan kindness.
Wolfbrother is a story about loyalty, family love, perseverance, sacrifice, and overcoming stigma, as one is drawn in so convincingly to the ancient world as seen through wolf-eyes.
November 11, 2025
Wolfbrother
Wolfbrother is a gripping, against-all-odds tale of courage, faith, and survival. Brothers Beacan and Bram, two grey wolves forced into the brutal world of the Roman colosseum—must summon every ounce of strength and wisdom to escape and journey home to the forests of Scotland. As they battle enemies, distance, and doubt, their loyalty to each other and their creator is tested like never before. A powerful story of resilience and brotherhood that asks: after all they’ve endured, can they ever truly be the same again?
Wolfbrother is a gripping, against-all-odds tale of courage, faith, and survival. Brothers Beacan and Bram, two grey wolves forced into the brutal world of the Roman colosseum—must summon every ounce of strength and wisdom to escape and journey home to the forests of Scotland. As they battle enemies, distance, and doubt, their loyalty to each other and their creator is tested like never before. A powerful story of resilience and brotherhood that asks: after all they’ve endured, can they ever truly be the same again?
October 10, 2021
Sibling rivalry, abduction, indoctrination and adventure are seamlessly combined and explored, and the pains of not being big enough, old enough or strong enough is easy to relate to, despite the characters being wolves.
Sacrifice and responsibility are two main themes that the author delves into without fear, and makes me question my own life choices and the people I'm looking after.
Well worth read, even better than Jonah and The Clockwork Goblin (the authors previous book)
Sacrifice and responsibility are two main themes that the author delves into without fear, and makes me question my own life choices and the people I'm looking after.
Well worth read, even better than Jonah and The Clockwork Goblin (the authors previous book)
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