A review by viiemzee
The Wolf Den by Elodie Harper

dark mysterious tense medium-paced

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

5.0

I often find myself gravitating towards books that take place in the Ancient World, but rarely do I find a book that tells the story so completely and with so much feeling. Pompeii truly becomes alive in this story, as do the characters and the rituals that surround their day to day life. It's a beautiful book, but that being said it is not for the faint of heart either. If you're looking for demure ladies who let things happen to them, this is not the book for you. If you're looking for strong female friendships and women who will do anything to survive, then definitely read this. I feel like this accomplished what Pat Barker tried to do in 'The Silence of the Girls', and did it much better.