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The Wolves of Willoughby Chase

by Joan Aiken

A threatened home and a plan to reclaim it

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A threatened home and a plan to reclaim it

When Bonnie’s parents leave on a sea voyage, Willoughby Chase becomes a place of danger and loss: Miss Slighcarp takes control, the household is dismantled, and Bonnie and Sylvia are sent away to an orphan school. Their escape plan, aided by Simon the gooseboy and his flock, gives the adventure a clear thread of friendship and resistance to injustice. The wolves add another threat to the girls’ struggle. This edition also includes an introduction by Joan Aiken’s daughter, Lizza, about the author’s experiences completing the story.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children aged 9–12, the age group identified in the book metadata.
  • Young readers interested in adventure stories featuring brave children and friendship.
  • Readers who enjoy stories about a threatened home and a plan to set things right.

Themes

CourageFriendshipInjusticeHome and belonging

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Book overview

A timeless tale of courage and friendship--where two brave girls defy wolves, wickedness, and despair to reclaim their home.

Wicked wolves and a grim governess threaten Bonnie and her cousin Sylvia when Bonnie's parents leave Willoughby Chase for a sea voyage. Left in the care of the cruel Miss Slighcarp, the girls can hardly believe what is happening. Their once-happy home, Willoughby Chase, is stripped bare--servants dismissed, furniture sold, and the girls banished to a grim orphan school.

With the help of Simon the gooseboy and his loyal flock, they plot a daring escape. But how will they ever get Willoughby Chase free from the clutches of the evil Miss Slighcarp?

This edition of Joan Aiken's beloved classic includes an introduction by her daughter, Lizza, offering rare insight into the author's own struggles and triumphs in completing this enduring story.
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