In Stef Penney’s captivating debut, “The Tenderness of Wolves,” readers are transported to the harsh winter of 1867 in the remote settlement of Dove River. When Laurent Jammett, a former voyageur, is brutally murdered, the town is plunged into turmoil. Mrs. Ross, a local woman, discovers the crime scene and sets off a chain of events that will uncover secrets and test the bonds of the community.
As suspicion falls on her own son, Francis, Mrs. Ross is propelled into a desperate search for answers. Alongside a diverse cast of characters including Andrew Knox, Thomas Sturrock, Donald Moody, and William Parker, she embarks on a journey across the unforgiving landscape, facing danger and deception at every turn.
Penney masterfully blends adventure, suspense, and humor, weaving a tapestry of intrigue and revelation. From the rugged wilderness to the heart of the town, “The Tenderness of Wolves” is a gripping murder mystery and a sweeping historical romance that will keep readers enthralled until the very end. With its vivid storytelling and richly drawn characters, this novel is truly an epic for the ages.
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