Content levels
Trigger warnings
Hero archetypes
Heroine archetypes
Protagonist archetypes
Synopsis
The Great Escape is the second book in the Wolf Girl series, a thrilling middle grade series about a young girl, separated from her family, who has to learn to survive with only her new canine family by her side, from Australian bestselling author, actor, and stand-up comedian Anh Do. At first, Gwen is overjoyed to see another human after being alone in the wild. But all that changes when she is thrown into the back of a van and stolen away to a prison camp. The situation looks dire--how will her pack find her? Where is her human family? Are the other kids in the camp friends or enemies? But Eagle is fast, the dogs are brave, and bars and fences are no match for the one and only Wolf Girl! With black-and-white illustrations on every page, The Great Escape is perfect for action fans and emergent readers. It's the second book from Anh Do, beloved comedian, artist, and bestselling author of The Happiest Refugee and the WeirDo series.
Tags
Is Wolf Girl #2: The Great Escape appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 8 and up.
Parents should know this book features a child protagonist who is kidnapped and held in a prison camp, though the tone remains action-adventure appropriate for middle grade readers. The story emphasizes resilience, friendship, and the bond between the girl and her animal companions.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include kidnapping, captivity, and abandonment.
Who'll love this
Kids will love the fast-paced action as Gwen escapes from captivity with help from her brave dog pack and eagle friend.