The Wolf Border

Rachel Caine, a renowned expert in wolf behavior, has spent a decade dedicated to conservation efforts at a reservation in Idaho, effectively turning her back on her English roots. Her expertise, however, becomes indispensable when she is summoned back to the Lake District by the eccentric Earl of Annerdale. The Earl harbors an ambitious and controversial plan: to re-wild wolves on his vast estate. As Rachel navigates the complexities of this groundbreaking project, she also faces the challenge of reconnecting with her estranged family, a journey as fraught with tension as the re-wilding itself. The project quickly sparks public outrage and threats of sabotage, set against a charged backdrop of national political upheaval, including discussions of Scottish independence. Sarah Hall masterfully weaves a tale exploring the untamed aspects of both nature and humanity, delving into themes of environmentalism, family, power dynamics, and the inherent wildness within us all.