First published 1993
Fierce and cunning, the alpha wolf Akiak leads his pack through the treacherous Alaskan tundra. But when their den is discovered by ruthless poachers, Akiak must risk everything to protect his family. Outnumbered and outmatched, he must rely on his wits and razor-sharp instincts to outmaneuver the hunters and guide his pack to safety. In a desperate race against time, Akiak faces a brutal confrontation that will test the limits of his strength and the bonds of his family.
Genres: fiction, animals, adventure, thriller
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, survival
Setting: North America
247 pages · Paperback · Alaska Northwest Books
Content warnings: animal-death, violence