Series ~ Single Title
Author ~ Katherine Langrish
Release Date ~ June 1, 2010
Age Group ~ Middle Grade
Publisher ~ HarperCollins
Source ~ Consumed by Books
GOODREADS SUMMARY
Wolf is on the run—from the oppressive monastery where he was raised, from the ghosts and demons that haunt the windswept moors of Devil's Edge, and from the shadows in the landscape that resemble the Devil himself.
When Wolf rescues a strange child on Devil's Edge, he takes her to a grand castle hoping to win the favor of its ruler. There he strikes up an unlikely friendship with a girl named Nest, and he thinks he's finally found a place to call home. Wolf is determined to fit in, but not everything is as it seems at the castle. Dark forces are conspiring against Wolf and Nest, and a sinister enemy is looming closer than they could ever realize.
With lies masquerading as reality, will Wolf and Nest learn who they can trust . . . before it's too late?
Critically acclaimed author Katherine Langrish has created a wonderfully spooky and richly imagined world of ghosts and magical creatures, where good may be evil and light may give way to dark.
REVIEW
The Shadow Hunt tells a fantasy story set in the time of the Crusades. I dove right into the magical world of elves in a time rich with history. I love how the setting is so real! These elves are magical creatures of darkness. They are uncivilized beings who like to torment others and cause havoc. Who knew elves could be so evil?
My favorite character was Elfgift, the small child Wolf finds in the forest. She was the catalyst that brought Wolf and Nest to a greater understanding of each other. I liked that her life had such meaning to the story.
While the story was a little slow at times, the ending was perfect. Many secrets concerning Elfgift were answered and this helped wrap up the story nicely. While the story stands alone, I would love to read more about these characters.
RATING
4 Liked
COVER COMMENTS
I like the way Wolf and Nest are drawn in a sort of hazy way. It’s something different from the usual.
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