For the Wolf: The New York Times Bestseller

In the tradition of fairy tales, "The Second Daughter" tells the story of Red, who is destined to be sacrificed to the Wolf in the Wood to save her kingdom. However, the Wolf is a man, not a monster, and her magic is a calling, not a curse. If she doesn't learn to use it, the Wilderwood and her world will be lost forever.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 464 pages
Publication date: 03 June 2021
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

The First Daughter is destined for the throne, while the Second Daughter is meant to be offered as a sacrifice to the Wolf in the Wood. Red, the Second Daughter, is relieved to be sent away to the Wilderwood, where she believes she cannot harm those she loves. However, the legends surrounding the Wolf are false. He is a man, not a monster, and her magic is a calling, not a curse. If Red does not learn to harness her power, the Wilderwood and her world will be lost forever.

Hannah Whitten's New York Times bestselling debut is a captivating tale of love, legends, and the secrets that lie within the trees. The writing is exquisite, with vivid descriptions that transport readers to the magical world of the Wilderwood. The characters are well-developed, and their relationships are complex and nuanced.

"I loved it!" exclaimed one reader. "I was completely swept away by the world-building, the characters, and the delicate gorgeousness of the writing!" Another reviewer described it as a "brilliant dark fantasy debut" and praised the author's "masterful debut from a must-read new voice in fantasy."

"An unputdownable fairy tale that traces the boundaries of duty, love, and loss," said Publishers Weekly in a starred review. Kirkus also praised the book, calling it a "glorious journey through woods deep and so very dark."

"A stunning debut," said Erin Craig, author of "House of Salt and Sorrow." "A glorious journey through woods deep and so very dark."

Weight: 320g
Dimension: 126 x 198 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780356516363