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Book cover of Wolf Hollow

Rachel Hruza Author Of Dear Isaac Newton, You're Ruining My Life

From my list on female protagonists curious about the world.

Why am I passionate about this?

As a young reader, I was most inspired by protagonists that wanted to understand the world, just like I did. I would scour the library shelves for books that showcased smart characters who didnā€™t just ask questions, but also sought answers. Most often, I connected with female characters who were driven to overcome the assumptions and stigmas placed on them by society, characters who were willing to change the world, or at the very least, the local world around them. The characters I create and write about have this same sort of driveā€”I hope!ā€”to see the world for what it is and, even better, for what it could be. 

Rachel's book list on female protagonists curious about the world

Rachel Hruza Why did Rachel love this book?

This historical novel set in 1943 features brave and curious Annabelle who lives in Wolf Hollow, Pennsylvania. She and her family befriend a man living as a hermit since WWI, and the reader sees how empathy can change a personā€™s perspective. While featuring issues of bullying, lying, and trust, the vivid imagery from Wolkā€™s words bring out the beauty in even the ugliest events. The descriptions of farmland, woods, and walks home from school, make readers feel as if a time that has passed is as real as the world outside their front door. 

By Lauren Wolk,

Why should I read it?

2 authors picked Wolf Hollow as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it. This book is for kids age 10, 11, 12, and 13.

What is this book about?

A Newbery Honor Book
New York Times Bestseller

"Wolf Hollow has stayed with me long after I closed the book. It has the feel of an instant classic." -Linda Sue Park, Newbery Medalist and New York Times bestselling author of A Long Walk to Water

"This book matters." -Sara Pennypacker, New York Times bestselling author of Pax

Despite growing up in the shadows cast by two world wars, Annabelle has lived a mostly quiet, steady life in her small Pennsylvania town. Until the day new student Betty Glengarry walks into her class. Betty quickly reveals herself to be cruel andā€¦


Book cover of Wolf Hollow

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