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A review by nadiamasood
Raised by Wolves by James Patterson
emotional
hopeful
informative
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This book starts off wild and chaotic, and I was immediately hooked! We’re introduced to feral siblings Kai and Holo, who seem more animal than human. I found the plot intriguing enough to keep me reading. I just had to know how these teens raised by wolves could still talk, read, and solve tricky math problems!
I loved how the book explores the struggle of fitting in when your instincts clash with everything society expects. The relationship between Kai and Holo was my favorite part—they’re fiercely loyal to each other. Kai’s POV gives it a YA thriller vibe, but the deeper themes of belonging and identity make it stand out. The chief and his wife are also standout characters for me!
Plus, I learned so much about wolves! I loved all their scenes. However, the ending left me with mixed feelings. It’s kind of open-ended, and while that feels realistic, I was hoping for just a bit more closure.
I loved how the book explores the struggle of fitting in when your instincts clash with everything society expects. The relationship between Kai and Holo was my favorite part—they’re fiercely loyal to each other. Kai’s POV gives it a YA thriller vibe, but the deeper themes of belonging and identity make it stand out. The chief and his wife are also standout characters for me!
Plus, I learned so much about wolves! I loved all their scenes. However, the ending left me with mixed feelings. It’s kind of open-ended, and while that feels realistic, I was hoping for just a bit more closure.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Bullying, Cursing, and Gun violence