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Big Sky Mountain: The Forest Wolves
Welcome to Big Sky Mountain: a home for everyone!
There is never a dull day on Big Sky Mountain! Rain or shine, there is always something that needs doing. Rosa and Grandma Nan are busy building a bigger cabin when a storm strikes, and a host of animals descend for shelter. There is one unexpected visitor: a tiny wolf cub. This little wolf doesn't seem like the scary, giant-fanged forest wolves that Rosa has heard about! Can the cub really be part of their pack? Rosa and Grandma Nan set off into the forest to find out . . .
There is never a dull day on Big Sky Mountain! Rain or shine, there is always something that needs doing. Rosa and Grandma Nan are busy building a bigger cabin when a storm strikes, and a host of animals descend for shelter. There is one unexpected visitor: a tiny wolf cub. This little wolf doesn't seem like the scary, giant-fanged forest wolves that Rosa has heard about! Can the cub really be part of their pack? Rosa and Grandma Nan set off into the forest to find out . . .
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Published February 3, 2022
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February 1, 2022
Big Sky Mountain: The Forest Wolves, is the second book in the Big Sky Mountain series featuring young Rosa and her Grandma Nan who live in the mountains in an old wooden cabin.
In this second book, Rosa and her Grandma are building an extension to the wooden cabin, a bedroom for Rosa when a storm hits. They shelter inside the cabin, along with a whole host of animals from the mountain. A wolf cub lost and alone needs the help of Rosa and her Grandma but not everyone is happy with a wolf in their midst.
The Forest Wolves is the perfect sequel and most of the wonderful characters from the first book and a few new ones make an appearance, including a pack of wolves who are making the forest in the mountains their new home.
Rosa is starting to become more of a country girl and happily helps out with all the chores, including helping to build her new bedroom. Grandma is also realising that she is getting older and that she sometimes needs to let others help her.
The story is truly lovely and I adore how the wolves show the other animals that they are not as bad as they first seem, that’s not to say they can’t be dangerous, but the other animals don’t need to be so scared of them. I also love how one of the biggest animals is quite scared of most things, even though the others think of him as a giant.
This is a series that children will become engaged with. A series that is intriguing, different, and has plenty of humorous moments. I can’t wait to see what Rosa, her Grandma, and the animals get up to in the next book and what new creatures we may meet.
In this second book, Rosa and her Grandma are building an extension to the wooden cabin, a bedroom for Rosa when a storm hits. They shelter inside the cabin, along with a whole host of animals from the mountain. A wolf cub lost and alone needs the help of Rosa and her Grandma but not everyone is happy with a wolf in their midst.
The Forest Wolves is the perfect sequel and most of the wonderful characters from the first book and a few new ones make an appearance, including a pack of wolves who are making the forest in the mountains their new home.
Rosa is starting to become more of a country girl and happily helps out with all the chores, including helping to build her new bedroom. Grandma is also realising that she is getting older and that she sometimes needs to let others help her.
The story is truly lovely and I adore how the wolves show the other animals that they are not as bad as they first seem, that’s not to say they can’t be dangerous, but the other animals don’t need to be so scared of them. I also love how one of the biggest animals is quite scared of most things, even though the others think of him as a giant.
This is a series that children will become engaged with. A series that is intriguing, different, and has plenty of humorous moments. I can’t wait to see what Rosa, her Grandma, and the animals get up to in the next book and what new creatures we may meet.
February 5, 2022
I had the absolute pleasure of reading these first two books in the Big Sky Mountain series that centre around sweet little Rosa and her grandmother, who live in a wooden cabin in the mountains. Both books are filled with incredible things that children should be taught at an early age, helping out around the house can be fun as well as rewarding, building something yourself is hard work but you can then marvel at that work afterwards, sometimes the biggest animals/people are actually the most sweet and gentle.
We often associate big or scary looking things with something that is bad and could hurt us, and while there is always potential for something to hurt us, that doesn’t make it inherently bad. The wolves in the second book more than proved that, the showed the other animals around them that although they can do harm, they don’t need to always be constantly feared.
These books are perfect for young reads (and old!) as they touch on topics like the loss of family, living with a relative other than your parents, never judging a book by it’s cover, the meaning of hard work. This is a wonderful series and I can’t wait to see what Rosa and Nan get up to next.
Thank you Piccadilly Press for having me on the blog tour and sending me copies of the first two books. I’ll be gifting them to my god daughter as I know she’ll absolutely adore them.
We often associate big or scary looking things with something that is bad and could hurt us, and while there is always potential for something to hurt us, that doesn’t make it inherently bad. The wolves in the second book more than proved that, the showed the other animals around them that although they can do harm, they don’t need to always be constantly feared.
These books are perfect for young reads (and old!) as they touch on topics like the loss of family, living with a relative other than your parents, never judging a book by it’s cover, the meaning of hard work. This is a wonderful series and I can’t wait to see what Rosa and Nan get up to next.
Thank you Piccadilly Press for having me on the blog tour and sending me copies of the first two books. I’ll be gifting them to my god daughter as I know she’ll absolutely adore them.
April 30, 2022
Now that she is staying with Grandma Nan on Big Sky Mountain, they’ve decided Rosa needs her own room. Grandma Nan built her entire wood cabin herself, so another room is no trouble, but they will need more wood.
As they are planning and measuring, a storm rushes in, along with their talking animal friends needing shelter. Another animal arrives – a tiny wolf cub. It’s even more frightened of squawking, flapping Little Pig (Grandma Nan’s grouchy pygmy owl) than the storm, and it dives under a bed. Rosa and Grandma Nan wonder where the rest of its family is?
It’s so adorable, Rosa wants to keep it. Grandma Nan convinces her it should be with its pack and Little Pig agrees for a change.
A search results in discovering a wolf pack causing trouble for a friend of Grandma Nan’s and many more on the mountain. Putting fear aside and the wolf cub’s safety first, they build their trust in these wolves and vice versa.
Grandma Nan and Rosa prove there is plenty of room for all on Big Sky Mountain. Not only is everyone much happier, they soon have all the wood they need for Rosa’s new room.
Venturing deep into the woods to find a pack of wolves, Rosa experiences a different part of the wilderness of Big Sky Mountain. There are also new feelings of fear and eventually trust and friendship, as wolves and humans interact.
A mix between fantasy (talking animals wearing striped jumpers!) and the environment (tree harvesting) makes this a perfect story for junior animal and adventure lovers.
As they are planning and measuring, a storm rushes in, along with their talking animal friends needing shelter. Another animal arrives – a tiny wolf cub. It’s even more frightened of squawking, flapping Little Pig (Grandma Nan’s grouchy pygmy owl) than the storm, and it dives under a bed. Rosa and Grandma Nan wonder where the rest of its family is?
It’s so adorable, Rosa wants to keep it. Grandma Nan convinces her it should be with its pack and Little Pig agrees for a change.
A search results in discovering a wolf pack causing trouble for a friend of Grandma Nan’s and many more on the mountain. Putting fear aside and the wolf cub’s safety first, they build their trust in these wolves and vice versa.
Grandma Nan and Rosa prove there is plenty of room for all on Big Sky Mountain. Not only is everyone much happier, they soon have all the wood they need for Rosa’s new room.
Venturing deep into the woods to find a pack of wolves, Rosa experiences a different part of the wilderness of Big Sky Mountain. There are also new feelings of fear and eventually trust and friendship, as wolves and humans interact.
A mix between fantasy (talking animals wearing striped jumpers!) and the environment (tree harvesting) makes this a perfect story for junior animal and adventure lovers.
February 6, 2022
*I voluntarily reviewed this book from the Publisher.
My youngest and I were very excited when we received Alex Milway's latest children's books as we have loved his previous stories before, and BIG SKY MOUNTAIN THE FOREST WOLVES is no exception.
Just as Rosa and Grandma Nan are starting to build a bigger cabin so Rosa can have more space, a huge storm hits the mountain and everyone must take cover together, including some quirky animals who trust Nan and Rosa. It' s been a long time since wolves were spotted where they live but they soon see a little wolf cub that might need some help. Even though wolves are supposed to be scary and dangerous, this won't stop Nan and Rosa from helping an animal in distress so they set off into the forest to see for themselves.
Aged for kids 5-8, this book is the perfect size with a great blend of text and illustrations to hold their interest. My youngest is obsessed with animals and mixed with an adventure in the woods made this a perfect story for him. The idea of not judging a book by its cover is subtly woven throughout this tale, as is acceptance and caring for each other, which makes this children's book even more special. It's always such a pleasure when your child finishes reading a book and asks if there is another one in the series, so we are looking forward to the next Big Sky Mountain installment already!
My youngest and I were very excited when we received Alex Milway's latest children's books as we have loved his previous stories before, and BIG SKY MOUNTAIN THE FOREST WOLVES is no exception.
Just as Rosa and Grandma Nan are starting to build a bigger cabin so Rosa can have more space, a huge storm hits the mountain and everyone must take cover together, including some quirky animals who trust Nan and Rosa. It' s been a long time since wolves were spotted where they live but they soon see a little wolf cub that might need some help. Even though wolves are supposed to be scary and dangerous, this won't stop Nan and Rosa from helping an animal in distress so they set off into the forest to see for themselves.
Aged for kids 5-8, this book is the perfect size with a great blend of text and illustrations to hold their interest. My youngest is obsessed with animals and mixed with an adventure in the woods made this a perfect story for him. The idea of not judging a book by its cover is subtly woven throughout this tale, as is acceptance and caring for each other, which makes this children's book even more special. It's always such a pleasure when your child finishes reading a book and asks if there is another one in the series, so we are looking forward to the next Big Sky Mountain installment already!
September 1, 2022
My youngest son and I are big fans of Alex Milway's adorable Hotel Flamingo chapter book series, so I was thrilled to be offered a place on the blog tour for the second book in his new series, Big Sky Mountain: The Forest Wolves. First thing I did was devour book one in the series, which is just called Big Sky Mountain, and I loved that! I've missed getting out into the great outdoors over the last two years, and this book about a young girl who just turns up at her grandma's door looking for somewhere to stay really made me miss it more. You see, her grandma's door is in the middle of nowhere, with nothing for miles around but lake, river, forest and mountain. Her door leads into a small, hand-built wooden cabin which is definitely rustic. But it turns out that the great outdoors is not as empty as Rosa thinks, and the supporting cast of animals really makes Big Sky Mountain sparkle! There's Albert the moose, a guard owl, a travelling salesbear, three rather rude fish and a very angry mountain hare!
But this is also a book about rewilding, and some beavers have arrived with a mission to restore the balance of the wild, something not all of the inhabitants are particularly pleased about. The rewilding topics in Big Sky Mountain are dealt with beautifully. It's informative without ever being preachy. It talks about the importance of reshaping the wild because, as beautiful as it may be that's not always what is best for the animals trying to call it home, but doesn't ignore or dismiss the opposition to it.
So Big Sky Mountain was a big hit for me. What about book two?
By the time of The Forest Wolves, Rosa is a bit more settled in Big Sky Mountain, so there's less emphasis on the "fish out of water" storyline. (The three rude fish are still very much in the water!) But it is a big mountain and it's time for her to explore a bit more of it. Where book one took us down the Gold River and talked about the environmental benefits of beavers, book two takes us into Dusty Wood where things aren't too great, to be honest.
Let's look at this as two different elements: the story and the underlying messages.
Firstly, the story is fantastic. Rosa finds an adorable lost wolf cub in a storm, and tries to return her to her family. Along the way she meets a really fun cast of characters, from a cowardly hedgehog to a rambunctious herd of bison. She perseveres, shows empathy and understanding, gets frightened but turns that into bravery, and does whatever it takes to protect her new little friend. Rosa, it has to be said, is a fantastic role model! And her adventure is fun, scary, thrilling, with some really nice twists and turns along the way. There are no simple solutions here, but it's very enjoyable watching her try to find the best solution for everybody.
Secondly, the message. Environmental messages are a big part of Alex Milway's Big Sky Mountain. This is absolutely how it should be, because it is so vitally important, now more than ever, that we get these messages across and if we can do that in a fun, accessible format then that's brilliant. And Alex can! This time the emphasis is on megafauna and the positive impact they can have on our woodlands, and the importance of taking down trees and managing forests to open up the canopy, something that can be done through rewilding rather than just human intervention. As with the first book, this is portrayed with fun and engaging characters and never comes across as a lecture.
I also need to mention the art. Alex Milway illustrates these books himself, as he did with his Hotel Flamingo series, and I love his art style. It's very cute and adorable, black and white and blue art, and has little hidden details throughout for eagle-eyed readers to try and spot (there's even a tick list in the back of the book!)
Final verdict:
With his Big Sky Mountain series, Alex Milway has beautifully blended engaging and exciting storytelling with a brilliant cast of characters with a vitally important set of environmental messages, all told with love and respect for the wild. The Forest Wolves deepens and extends this message and introduces new, instantly loveable characters into the narrative.
But this is also a book about rewilding, and some beavers have arrived with a mission to restore the balance of the wild, something not all of the inhabitants are particularly pleased about. The rewilding topics in Big Sky Mountain are dealt with beautifully. It's informative without ever being preachy. It talks about the importance of reshaping the wild because, as beautiful as it may be that's not always what is best for the animals trying to call it home, but doesn't ignore or dismiss the opposition to it.
So Big Sky Mountain was a big hit for me. What about book two?
By the time of The Forest Wolves, Rosa is a bit more settled in Big Sky Mountain, so there's less emphasis on the "fish out of water" storyline. (The three rude fish are still very much in the water!) But it is a big mountain and it's time for her to explore a bit more of it. Where book one took us down the Gold River and talked about the environmental benefits of beavers, book two takes us into Dusty Wood where things aren't too great, to be honest.
Let's look at this as two different elements: the story and the underlying messages.
Firstly, the story is fantastic. Rosa finds an adorable lost wolf cub in a storm, and tries to return her to her family. Along the way she meets a really fun cast of characters, from a cowardly hedgehog to a rambunctious herd of bison. She perseveres, shows empathy and understanding, gets frightened but turns that into bravery, and does whatever it takes to protect her new little friend. Rosa, it has to be said, is a fantastic role model! And her adventure is fun, scary, thrilling, with some really nice twists and turns along the way. There are no simple solutions here, but it's very enjoyable watching her try to find the best solution for everybody.
Secondly, the message. Environmental messages are a big part of Alex Milway's Big Sky Mountain. This is absolutely how it should be, because it is so vitally important, now more than ever, that we get these messages across and if we can do that in a fun, accessible format then that's brilliant. And Alex can! This time the emphasis is on megafauna and the positive impact they can have on our woodlands, and the importance of taking down trees and managing forests to open up the canopy, something that can be done through rewilding rather than just human intervention. As with the first book, this is portrayed with fun and engaging characters and never comes across as a lecture.
I also need to mention the art. Alex Milway illustrates these books himself, as he did with his Hotel Flamingo series, and I love his art style. It's very cute and adorable, black and white and blue art, and has little hidden details throughout for eagle-eyed readers to try and spot (there's even a tick list in the back of the book!)
Final verdict:
With his Big Sky Mountain series, Alex Milway has beautifully blended engaging and exciting storytelling with a brilliant cast of characters with a vitally important set of environmental messages, all told with love and respect for the wild. The Forest Wolves deepens and extends this message and introduces new, instantly loveable characters into the narrative.
February 10, 2022
I received a proof copy of ‘Big Sky Mountain: The Forest Wolves’ by Alex Milway in return for my honest review. This is the second book in the series, and it is just as great as the first.
Rosa is settling into her new life living with Grandma Nan in Big Sky Mountain and they have decided to build her a new bedroom.
Suddenly comes a terrifying thunderstorm, Rosa, Grandma Nan and some of the other animals all rush for cover in the cabin.
Then they hear a scratching at the door, and they discover a poor, lost wolf cub.
The next day their new adventure begins as they try to find the Wolf Cub’s family, meeting some new animal characters along the way.
Will they find the Cub’s family? Will Rosa learn anything new on her journey?
I love this series of books, not only are the books very funny and take you on an adventure, but they also have lovely illustrations to keep your child even more interested in the story.
I love the characters, especially Grandma Nan, and all the different animal friends they meet along the way.
There are a few messages in the story great for children of overcoming fears, trying not to judge and to always be helpful and kind.
I will be looking out for more adventures from Big Sky Mountain, as I have loved sharing the first two books with my daughter.
Overall, a funny and adventurous children’s book which takes you on a journey to meet the inhabitants of Big Sky Mountain.
Rosa is settling into her new life living with Grandma Nan in Big Sky Mountain and they have decided to build her a new bedroom.
Suddenly comes a terrifying thunderstorm, Rosa, Grandma Nan and some of the other animals all rush for cover in the cabin.
Then they hear a scratching at the door, and they discover a poor, lost wolf cub.
The next day their new adventure begins as they try to find the Wolf Cub’s family, meeting some new animal characters along the way.
Will they find the Cub’s family? Will Rosa learn anything new on her journey?
I love this series of books, not only are the books very funny and take you on an adventure, but they also have lovely illustrations to keep your child even more interested in the story.
I love the characters, especially Grandma Nan, and all the different animal friends they meet along the way.
There are a few messages in the story great for children of overcoming fears, trying not to judge and to always be helpful and kind.
I will be looking out for more adventures from Big Sky Mountain, as I have loved sharing the first two books with my daughter.
Overall, a funny and adventurous children’s book which takes you on a journey to meet the inhabitants of Big Sky Mountain.
January 28, 2022
Another brilliant adventure with Rose and Grandma Nan.
When a small wolf cub turns up at the cabin during a terrible storm Rosa becomes quiet attached. But deep down she knows the right thing to do is find Stick’s family.
Setting off to find the wolves Rosa and Grandma Nan discover a range of problems on Big Sky Mountain - all arising from fear of those we don’t know and an effort to protect families.
Rosa’s story and that of Stick offer a subtle reference about losing family and being looked after by someone other than your own parents. Perfect for children in similar situations to relate to and for all of us to build empathy and understanding. A perfect message about not judging others by their appearance and giving people a chance to show you who they really are.
Perfect adventures for children age 7+ - keep your eyes peeled for more books in this series.
When a small wolf cub turns up at the cabin during a terrible storm Rosa becomes quiet attached. But deep down she knows the right thing to do is find Stick’s family.
Setting off to find the wolves Rosa and Grandma Nan discover a range of problems on Big Sky Mountain - all arising from fear of those we don’t know and an effort to protect families.
Rosa’s story and that of Stick offer a subtle reference about losing family and being looked after by someone other than your own parents. Perfect for children in similar situations to relate to and for all of us to build empathy and understanding. A perfect message about not judging others by their appearance and giving people a chance to show you who they really are.
Perfect adventures for children age 7+ - keep your eyes peeled for more books in this series.
February 13, 2022
Big Sky Mountain: The Forest Wolves by Ale Milway is the first book that I have the pleasure to read from this author.
However, I am certain that I will be checking more of his books.
I loved this adventure very much for a number of reasons:
- I adored the relationship between Rosa and her Nan. It melted my heart to see how much they loved each other, looked after each other and went into all these adventures together as the perfect team.
- I also liked the importance that Nature has in the story. It all happens in Big Sky Mountain, so I knew there would be a lot of Nature involved, but I also was reminded of how important all animals are and their purpose in Earth.
- The illustration are amazing. They are fairly simple, in only blue and white but they transmit the perfect message.
One of the best read for 5+ children that there are out there!
However, I am certain that I will be checking more of his books.
I loved this adventure very much for a number of reasons:
- I adored the relationship between Rosa and her Nan. It melted my heart to see how much they loved each other, looked after each other and went into all these adventures together as the perfect team.
- I also liked the importance that Nature has in the story. It all happens in Big Sky Mountain, so I knew there would be a lot of Nature involved, but I also was reminded of how important all animals are and their purpose in Earth.
- The illustration are amazing. They are fairly simple, in only blue and white but they transmit the perfect message.
One of the best read for 5+ children that there are out there!
March 18, 2022
Rosa has settled well into life at Big Sky Mountain and is getting on well with Grandma Nan. There's just one type of animal that Rosa hasn't met yet and all the others are afraid of... the wolves. The cute little terrified animal that comes barrelling into their lives really doesn't seem anything like the scary, viscious wolves she's heard about. Rosa loves having the baby wolf around but Grandma Nan knows they should help her find her family rather than keep her.
This was another thrilling adventure on Big Sky Mountain, introducing more of the animals that live around the mountain.
This was another thrilling adventure on Big Sky Mountain, introducing more of the animals that live around the mountain.
February 11, 2022
Just finished this lovely story! I love the Big Sky Mountain books! These books are so filled with kindness, family and the importance of looking after our world. Everyone is welcome on Big Sky Mountain: there’s room for everyone - such a lush message! Even if you are a scary wolf, a friendly bear or a noisy owl! I love the illustrations too! These books are perfect for KS1/LKS2 readers!
October 14, 2024
i love this series so much!. this installment rosa finds a wolf cub she names stick. the forest is being destroyed but rosa is desperate to find sticks family. this book instills values of kindness and compassion towards animals and understanding as well.so well written and sweet and heartwarming. i cannot wait to read the next installment
April 7, 2023
Great big sky tale. In the forset wolves we find a story of acceptance and team work. We see that everything has a place in this world especially in the forest and especially for someone in need. Enjoyed authors message at the end also. Highly recommend.
January 23, 2022
The follow on book from Big Sky Mountain, this book is every bit as good as the first, the lessons it teaches the young readers are very relatable.
January 31, 2022
Loved the message of not judging people by the way they look and glad to see Rosa and Grandma Nan's animal friends return!
August 2, 2023
Simple story and cute illustrations. My main gripe is that the characters (with one or two exceptions) were very bland and lacked a proper personality.
December 3, 2024
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November 22, 2025
Big Sky Mountain :The Forest Wolves is the second chapter book in the 4 Big Sky Mountain chapter books.
August 9, 2024
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Big Sky Mountain #2
Second book in the series is very entertaining and has a great yarn to tell.
Warmly recommended series.
Big Sky Mountain #2
Second book in the series is very entertaining and has a great yarn to tell.
Warmly recommended series.
April 1, 2022
Rosa is back! This time a storm, wolves, friendship, and more! This was another fun book in the Big Sky Mountain series~
So delighted I got both books in the Big Sky Mountain series! While I did wait a bit before reading the next one, I could at least continue! And this book fitted well with things happening lately. In this one we also get a big storm! Sadly, no wolves in real life (at least not close by), but haha, that is fine with me. XD
In this one Rosa and Nan are building an extension to the house, yep! Rosa is really settling in and well, it is just not doable to sleep together for even longer (hello, Nan is snoring + you want your own space). I loved that Nan and Rosa were doing something together, something that is new to Rosa. I definitely wanted to step into the story to see if I could help/learn all about the craft! It seems awesome to build your own home (a real one and not a hut in the forest to play in). But we also got another adventure next to getting that place build which includes getting wood! Namely the storm and what happens after that, which involved a super duper mega adorable little wolf club named Stick!
I just loved the adventure that followed! We meet new animals, I really loved the hedgehogs (especially the kids were just the cutest), there is some action and some scary moments! I was 120% into the story and just couldn’t stop reading! I had to know if they would find a family for the little cub (though I had my suspicions on which way this would go), I had to know if the forest would be fine again after such a big storm. I loved seeing Rosa learn new things!
Plus, there is also a big part about appearances and that not everyone is bad. For instance the bisons are big and break a lot… but they also do some amazing stuff. And wolves? They aren’t so scary as everyone makes them out to be (which reminds me of a discussion that is constantly going in my country about the wolves slowly coming back to our country). I loved that this was added and loved how it was integrated in the story.
Once again the art was just fab!
All in all, I really had tons of fun and I cannot wait for more books in this series! What will be next for Rosa and her gran? What will she learn next? Which animals will we meet? I would highly recommend this book!
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
So delighted I got both books in the Big Sky Mountain series! While I did wait a bit before reading the next one, I could at least continue! And this book fitted well with things happening lately. In this one we also get a big storm! Sadly, no wolves in real life (at least not close by), but haha, that is fine with me. XD
In this one Rosa and Nan are building an extension to the house, yep! Rosa is really settling in and well, it is just not doable to sleep together for even longer (hello, Nan is snoring + you want your own space). I loved that Nan and Rosa were doing something together, something that is new to Rosa. I definitely wanted to step into the story to see if I could help/learn all about the craft! It seems awesome to build your own home (a real one and not a hut in the forest to play in). But we also got another adventure next to getting that place build which includes getting wood! Namely the storm and what happens after that, which involved a super duper mega adorable little wolf club named Stick!
I just loved the adventure that followed! We meet new animals, I really loved the hedgehogs (especially the kids were just the cutest), there is some action and some scary moments! I was 120% into the story and just couldn’t stop reading! I had to know if they would find a family for the little cub (though I had my suspicions on which way this would go), I had to know if the forest would be fine again after such a big storm. I loved seeing Rosa learn new things!
Plus, there is also a big part about appearances and that not everyone is bad. For instance the bisons are big and break a lot… but they also do some amazing stuff. And wolves? They aren’t so scary as everyone makes them out to be (which reminds me of a discussion that is constantly going in my country about the wolves slowly coming back to our country). I loved that this was added and loved how it was integrated in the story.
Once again the art was just fab!
All in all, I really had tons of fun and I cannot wait for more books in this series! What will be next for Rosa and her gran? What will she learn next? Which animals will we meet? I would highly recommend this book!
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
July 3, 2023
A nice idea and great setting but I found this really boring to read. I also don't get along very well with talking animals and humans living side by side. Did all the animals speak English or could the human characters communicate with animals? It was never explained. You're just supposed to accept a talking moose and a mole with bifocals. Not my cuppa tea, sorry!!
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