"A new edition of the award-winning Melvin Burgess's first novel."
It was a mistake for Ben to tell the Hunter that there were still wolves in Surrey. For the Hunter was a fanatic, always on the lookout for unusual prey. Driven by an ambition to wipe out the last English wolves, the Hunter set out on a savage quest. But what happens when the Hunter becomes the hunted?
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"A new edition of the award-winning Melvin Burgess's first novel."
It was a mistake for Ben to tell the Hunter that there were still wolves in Surrey. For the Hunter was a fanatic, always on the lookout for unusual prey. Driven by an ambition to wipe out the last English wolves, the Hunter set out on a savage quest. But what happens when the Hunter becomes the hunted?
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It was a mistake for Ben to tell the Hunter that there were still wolves in Surrey. For the Hunter was a fanatic, always on the lookout for unusual prey. Driven by an ambition to wipe out the last English wolves, the Hunter set out on a savage quest. But what happens when the Hunter becomes the hunted?
Awards
Commended for CILIP Carnegie Medal (UK).
Critic Reviews
“"A dramatic and horrifying tale of the tragedy of extinction. . . . An ecological thriller that will draw nature lovers and horror fans alike."”
"A disturbing book, but of real quality; you will applaud the end." Observer
"A writer of the highest quality with exceptional powers of insight" Sunday Times
"A Dickens of the future." Michael Rosen
"A sad and thought-provoking read" Booktrust
"A wonderful book... powerful and disturbing." The Bookbag
About the Author
Melvin Burgess was born in London and brought up in Surrey and Sussex. He has had a variety of jobs before becoming a full-time writer. Before his first novel, he had short stories published and a play broadcast on Radio 4. He is now regarded as one of the best writers in contemporary children's literature.
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