By being exposed to society it makes her realize how truly isolated she’s been for most of her life even though she lived with Trapper for ten years. She is quick to judge others due to her own shortfalls (lack of book smarts). However, when it comes to society and real world affairs she is so out of her element. Though Elka feels betrayed, she also knows she has to be on her a-game in order to survive and outrun Trapper.Įlka is so intelligent about wild life, which I was in awe of. While she is running away from him, she is also running away from her own haunted past.
On top of that, she struggles with the accusations being held against Trapper, and is terrified at the fact it is probably true. She realizes during the entirety of the novel that her survival skills are based off of everything Trapper taught her through the years. Elka is also resourceful and she knows how to hunt, camp, and survive in the wild. Though is very sure of herself and confident, her arrogant nature sometimes gets her put into sticky situations. Readers also get a taste of what it’s like being alone in the woods for such long periods of time, how fast time elapses, and how lon periods of isolation can play tricks on the mind.Įlka, the main protagonist, is kind of brash and has an attitude. You quickly see how cruel mother nature can be and how difficult it can be to survive in these conditions with no supplies. Readers get this vivid imagery that immerses you into the novel such as the freezing waters of the river, snow-covered grounds, and types of various wildlife. There is so much attention to landscape in this novel as it takes place in a wilderness setting. When she finds out the man she loves as a father is a possible serial killer she tries to escape from him and her past. The Wolf Road is a first person, psychological thriller that follows a girl name Elka who is raised in the wilderness by a man named “Trapper”. There will be a reckoning, one that will push friendships to the limit and force Elka to confront the dark memories of her past.
But Lyon is never far behind – and she’s not the only one following Elka’s every move. Even worse, Magistrate Lyon is hot on his trail, and she wants to talk to Elka.Įlka flees into the vast wilderness, determined to find her true parents.
Her Trapper – Kreagar Hallet – is wanted for murder. Page Length: 400 pages (hardcover edition)Įverything Elka knows of the world she learned from the man she calls Trapper, the solitary hunter who took her under his wing when she was just seven years old.īut when Elka sees the Wanted poster in town, her simple existence is shattered. Book Review: “The Wolf Road” by Beth Lewis
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