A review by samdalefox
A Dangerous Path by Erin Hunter

adventurous challenging fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.75

This is book number #5 in the Warriors series and I'm still enjoying reading about the adventures of Thunderclan! Overall the story continues at a good pace and has all the same hallmarks of good writing as the previous installments e.g., regular reminders about what has happened previously and good character development. This book continues with the 'darker' theme as Thunderclan work through mounting internal and external challenges, but I still think it's written appropriately for kids and I really enjoyed the storyline, I actually didn't guess the endgame!
I obviously knew about the dogs, but I had no clue how the cats were going to try and get rid of them. I think the writing was clever around this part.
. My favourite character has become Cinderpelt, Yellowfang would be proud of her!

Specifics:

  • The impacts of disability in the wild e.g. through
    Snowkit's deafness
     
  • Questioning the role of religion as a mechanism of control e.g., through
    Cloudpaw questioning the legitimacy of Star Clan
     
  • Shows the moral conflict of disagreeing with or going against orders of people in authority that you believe are wrong e.g., through
    Fireheart negotiating with Windclan without telling Bluestar, in order to prevent a battle she had ordered
  • Depiction of depression, grief, and trauma response, e.g, through
    Bluestar predominently, but also Speckletail and Lostface (what a cruel name)
     


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