Kristen Chandler’s novel is not about werewolves or anything else supernatural. In some ways, it’s not even about wolves. It’s about small towns, growing up and boys and girls.
That might sound a bit boring, a bit too much like real life. But Wolves, Boys & Other Things That Might Kill Me is anything but boring. It’s the story of KJ Carson, seventeen years old and trying to survive high school. Enter Virgil, new to the small town and only there because his mother is studying the wolves in Yellowstone.
When Virgil inadvertently gets KJ interested in wolves, bad things start to happen. The town turns against both teens and their families and friends. Chandler holds nothing back, keeping you on the edge of your seat. Unlike many YA novels, actions have negative consequences and parents play a key role in the story.
The novel is at times funny and slightly uncomfortable, all while being sweet and endearing, with a mix of suspense thrown in. It definitely falls into the category of unique coming of age novels (see a previous column I did). Chandler’s writing makes sure that even while we learn about wolves as KJ does, it doesn’t seem boring or like a lecture. Her characters are lively, they learn from their mistake, and suffer the consequences of their actions.
Wolves, Boys & Other Things That Might Kill Me was entertaining and enthralling. I completely enjoyed this novel and highly recommend it.
Be sure to check out some other books about wolves from the library!
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Hannah_Rea
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... I loved this book so much. It is extremely realistic, and the characters are very relateable. School bullies, boys, crushes, and girl drama are all included, and on top of that, storied of the wolves are in it too. Join the HUGE amount of readers of this book and explore the world of KJ and Virgil. Come understand the story of the Cinderella wolf and the big #42 wolf. |
sarah anglade
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... im reading this book and i cant relate to it at all. This girl kj is so annoying i like addie wayyyy more and her and virgil r weird. i dont like how its mainly about wolves needs a lot more about boys?? /; |
cayla thrift
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... im 13 years old and im like on chapter 20 something and i love this book. this is what my imaginary life would be like. its so real life like and i love that. i hope people do more books like this. |
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