The Unlikely Hero: The Story of Wolf 8 (a Young Readers' Edition) -- Rick McIntyre, Hardcover

The Young Readers' Edition of Rick McIntyre's The Rise of Wolf 8

Book 1 in the Chronicles of the Yellowstone Wolves series

As seen on NPR's THIS AMERICAN LIFE

For readers of Pax and A Wolf Called Wander comes the gripping true story of one of Yellowstone's most famous wolves. In this easy to follow book, renowned wolf researcher Rick McIntyre and award-winning author David A. Poulsen join forces to tell the remarkable tale of Wolf 8 for kids!

Newly reintroduced along with his pack to Yellowstone National Park, Wolf 8 struggles at first. Small and often bullied by his siblings, he must learn to fend for himself in his new home. Soon enough, though, little 8 grows into one of Yellowstone's greatest leaders.

Based on McIntyre's own sightings of Wolf 8 and told in a thrilling style, The Unlikely Hero is an unforgettable adventure--and a rare glimpse into the fascinating world of wolves.

The Chronicles of the Yellowstone Wolves Book Series!

Renowned wolf expert Rick McIntyre and award-winning author David A. Poulsen join forces to bring the stories of Yellowstone's most famous wolves to young readers. Based on McIntyre's award-winning, bestselling books for adult readers, and containing a wealth of scientifically sound information on wolf behavior, this series is written in an engaging style that brings the drama and intrigue of the wolves' world to life.

Author: Rick McIntyre, David a. Poulsen
Publisher: Greystone Kids
Published: 04/16/2024
Pages: 120
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.45lbs
Size: 8.60h x 5.60w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781778400223
Audience: Ages 9-12

Review Citation(s):
Booklist 03/01/2024 pg. 48
Kirkus Reviews 04/01/2024

About the Author

Rick McIntyre has spent more than forty-four years watching wolves in America's national parks, twenty-eight of those years in Yellowstone, and has written several books about the wolves for adult readers. To learn more visit rickmcintyrebooks.com.

David A. Poulsen is the author of twenty-seven books, many for middle readers and young adults. His young adult novel Numbers was selected for the Sakura Medal (awarded by English-speaking high school students in Japan to their favourite novel of the year). His teen/YA novel And Then the Sky Exploded was a nominee for the 2018 Ontario Library Association's Red Maple Award. To learn more about David and his work, visit www.davidapoulsenauthor.com.