53 pages 1 hour read

Carol Rifka Brunt

Tell the Wolves I'm Home

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2012

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Reviews & Readership

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Tell the Wolves I'm Home by Carol Rifka Brunt is widely praised for its poignant exploration of grief, family dynamics, and coming of age. Reviewers commend Brunt's vivid character development and emotional depth. However, some critics note the pacing can be slow at times. Overall, it's a deeply moving debut that resonates with readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Tell the Wolves I'm Home?

Readers who enjoy Tell the Wolves I'm Home by Carol Rifka Brunt are often drawn to coming-of-age stories and complex family dynamics. Fans of The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky and A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith would appreciate its poignant narrative and emotional depth. Ideal for those who seek heartfelt, introspective fiction.

Recommended

Reading Age

16-18years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Topics
LGBTQ
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Grief
Relationships: Friendship
Emotions/Behavior: Conflict