The Wolf and His King

books by Finn Longman

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Madeline Miller meets Angela Carter in this spellbinding queer retelling of the 12th-century tale of Bisclavret the werewolf—unmissable for fans of Uprooted by Naomi Novik, Swordcrossed by Freya Marske, and The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden. Bisclavret is cursed: to live his life in exile; to take a wolf’s shape involuntarily; to lie to everybody he meets. And yet he has always dreamed of knighthood, of brotherhood and belonging. When the old king dies unexpectedly, Bisclavret travels to the royal court to seek his rightful inheritance and swear fealty to the new king. It’s here that he discovers the mysterious young warrior now wearing the crown is willing to offer him far more than just his father’s lands, and suddenly the life that seemed like an impossible fantasy is... The storytelling approach emphasizes coherence, ensuring that each chapter contributes meaningfully to the overall narrative. This cohesion enhances readability and provides a sense of continuity throughout the book. The book avoids relying on clichés, instead opting for more nuanced storytelling choices. Situations are handled with originality, even when exploring familiar themes. This freshness helps maintain reader interest throughout.