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tibbarasden's review against another edition
dark
medium-paced
5.0
I can see why this book isn't for everyone, but I loved it. It combines aspects from different fairytales while still creating something unique. I would look at the trigger warnings for this before going in as it does have a religious element and self-harm. My favorite part of this book was the Wilderwoods themselves. I love that spooky sentient wood vibe. All the characters were enjoyable, though the atmosphere was what really made this book for me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Self harm and Blood
smuttymcbookface's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
For the Wolf was an interesting retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, where Red is promised as a sacrifice on her 20th birthday to appease a magical being, the Wolf, so that he continues to protect them from shadow creatures.
I found this plot interesting, and although I can see the similarities to Beauty and the Beast, I do think this is much more Little Red Riding Hood when you take into accountthat he is trying to stop part of himself from devouring her at all times.
I loved the slow-burn romance, and that the Wolf was actually just a big nerdy sweety trapped into his role. Although the lack of communication was a little annoying, I felt it was aptly explained by his desire to protect her.
I found the writing a little clunky at times, too snappy or repetitive in words (benediction, I'm looking at you). But the anticipation and scenery was built so beautifully that I was happy to overlook it.
However, the part that bugged me most about For the Wolf was the ending. Red went from impassioned, but mostly logical, to being too stupid to live. The end fight was just a little bit silly altogether, and although I understand that the premise was to set up for book two, it was done in a way that made me upset I had read all this just for it to be resolved in that way.
Also, theabsorbing of the forest, then giving it back, then absorbing it again was ridiculous. Add on top of that Fife bargaining his life away again when Lyra didn't even seem to be dying? I just couldn't reconcile all of this with the amazing plot I had read up to that point.
I found this plot interesting, and although I can see the similarities to Beauty and the Beast, I do think this is much more Little Red Riding Hood when you take into account
I loved the slow-burn romance, and that the Wolf was actually just a big nerdy sweety trapped into his role. Although the lack of communication was a little annoying, I felt it was aptly explained by his desire to protect her.
I found the writing a little clunky at times, too snappy or repetitive in words (benediction, I'm looking at you). But the anticipation and scenery was built so beautifully that I was happy to overlook it.
However, the part that bugged me most about For the Wolf was the ending. Red went from impassioned, but mostly logical, to being too stupid to live. The end fight was just a little bit silly altogether, and although I understand that the premise was to set up for book two, it was done in a way that made me upset I had read all this just for it to be resolved in that way.
Also, the
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Self harm, and Blood
Moderate: Death of parent
Minor: Sexual content
bookaholic84's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
I absolutely devoured this book, it was amazing, I loved the plot and the twist towards the end I didn’t see coming, I’m now patiently awaiting payday so I can buy book 2 to continue.
If you like fantasy, magic and a bit of romance this book is for you.
If you like fantasy, magic and a bit of romance this book is for you.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Self harm and Blood
Minor: Grief, Death of parent, and Murder
molls's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
3.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Self harm and Blood
Moderate: Body horror, Confinement, Violence, Grief, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Murder
readwithria's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
For the Wolf is a fairytale wrapped in a blood promise. A dark, hauntingly beautiful fantasy that is absolutely perfect for spooky season.
I love fairytale retellings, I love folklore, and I love Hannah Whitten’s other book The Foxglove King, so I went into this book wanting to love it with my whole heart. It delivered on so many things! The world was lush and beautiful, the prose was atmospheric, and the characters had such strong bonds with each other. This book took the spooky forest trope and spun it into something new and delicately beautiful.
The one thing that kept this from being a five start book for me was the pacing. It was definitely intentional, and built a lot of necessary tension, but the first half was much slower than I personally prefer. It picked up significantly around the halfway mark, and the last 40-50 pages were an avalanche of action and emotional beats.
I can’t wait to read the sequel! Hannah Whitten is making herself one of my go-to spooky season authors. 4 stars.
I love fairytale retellings, I love folklore, and I love Hannah Whitten’s other book The Foxglove King, so I went into this book wanting to love it with my whole heart. It delivered on so many things! The world was lush and beautiful, the prose was atmospheric, and the characters had such strong bonds with each other. This book took the spooky forest trope and spun it into something new and delicately beautiful.
The one thing that kept this from being a five start book for me was the pacing. It was definitely intentional, and built a lot of necessary tension, but the first half was much slower than I personally prefer. It picked up significantly around the halfway mark, and the last 40-50 pages were an avalanche of action and emotional beats.
I can’t wait to read the sequel! Hannah Whitten is making herself one of my go-to spooky season authors. 4 stars.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Gore, Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, Violence, Blood, Religious bigotry, Death of parent, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Confinement, Cursing, Grief, and Alcohol
Minor: Sexual content
maresuju's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Self harm, Blood, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Confinement, Death, Violence, Grief, and Murder
Minor: Suicide and War
hmbrokaw's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Teenage me would have loved this more. Now? The whole centuries age gap thing is icky
Pretty cover, though
Pretty cover, though
Content Warnings
Graphic: Self harm and Blood
ellezmera's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I haven’t read a book in a few months and I finished this book in 3 days!!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood
Moderate: Self harm
This book features a lot of self-harm (cutting oneself but not with The purpose of hurting themselves)evs721's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
This is essentially a fairytale retelling that blends red riding hood with beauty and the beast. There's a danger of it feeling like fanfiction for that reason but there is enough originality here for the book to have its own identity.
I wasn't immediately hooked but mainly I struggled with a supporting character being called Lyra (for me there is only HDM's Lyra). But from half way I was fully invested in the world, characters and plot. I will be moving straight on to book 2 (despite my long TBR list not previously including For The Throne).
I loved the magic being linked to the forest and the idea that not everything needs to be clearly good or evil.
It was an engaging read that had me up late trying to finish it.
I wasn't immediately hooked but mainly I struggled with a supporting character being called Lyra (for me there is only HDM's Lyra). But from half way I was fully invested in the world, characters and plot. I will be moving straight on to book 2 (despite my long TBR list not previously including For The Throne).
I loved the magic being linked to the forest and the idea that not everything needs to be clearly good or evil.
It was an engaging read that had me up late trying to finish it.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Self harm
I'm not sure if there should be a self harm content warning here as the cutting is not about coping or struggling emotionally. It's just part of the magic system. I have a history of self harm but I didn't find it a trigger as it is handled well.livrosnstuff's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore
Moderate: Self harm