The Way of the Wolf: A Stone Age Epic (Ice Age Tales)

A young hunter. A restless clan. A wolf who chooses her path.When the Drognai clan begins to fracture under fear and tradition, thirteen-year-old Shana finds herself at the centre of a storm she never meant to create. Raised by the wise Almora and guided by Tanu, the last of the Karrai, Shana dares to hunt, to question, and to imagine a life wider than the cave walls of her people. But change comes at a cost.When tensions turn dangerous, Shana, her family, and a handful of loyal friends leave the only home they’ve ever known, journeying into the untamed wilds in search of peace. Along the river south they face hunger, storms, loss, and the rising waters of spring — discovering strength they never knew they had.Their path leads them to the Uldren, a mysterious clan who live and hunt alongside wolves. Here, Shana finds not just safety, but belonging — and a wolf pup who chooses her as surely as she chooses it. But even newfound harmony brings difficult choices. While some hearts bind themselves to the Wolf People, others feel the pull of home.As winter returns and old wounds heal, Shana and her companions must decide who they are, and where they truly belong.Is home the place where you were born, or the place that welcomes the person you become?The Girl and the Wolves is a sweeping prehistoric coming-of-age tale of courage, tradition, survival, and the deep bond between humans and wolves. Richly imagined and emotionally resonant, it explores what happens when a young girl dares to walk a new path — and inspires a clan to follow.A story of identity, community, and the bravery to change — perfect for readers of Jean Auel, Michelle Paver, and character-driven historical fiction. Read more