I got all the feels reading this one, thoroughly on board with candy canes, pinecones, epic and awesome! This is my 6th TJ Klune book and for a first in a series it has everything that will keep me reading.

We were killing it with the found family vibes in this one, its one of my favourite tropes and I was here for the warm fuzzies! I also very much enjoyed the romance, I had a few concerns when the tether was first discovered and the ages and the pushiness that i read, but I think I was misunderstanding the dynamics, once I was past that I was fully on board! I loved how the story progressed, there was so many heart-breaking moments and then many that I could have cheered for!

I am SO excited to move onto Ravensong!!!

Unfortunately this one was a miss for me.
Felt like Twilight reimagined and I was so close to DNFing it too many times I could count

I have no idea why it took me so long to get to this book because omg I loved it. I adore found family and this had it in spades. The only thing I didn’t quite like was the romance aspect and how it officially started when joe was underage (17). I am glad it got into motion when they were both adults,

I just really liked Ox and how he developed. I got used to the style of writing just because the plot was so good. I am definitely interested in reading more in this universe.

Huge fan of TJ Klune's work but am slightly ashamed to say how long it took me to read this one even though its been out for ages. It got a revamp and I finally picked it up.
It's a very cute homely read and I've heard people sobbing, yes I did shed a tear but not as much as I was expecting to. I will be reading on in the series though because I thoroughly enjoyed this one. He knocked it out of the park again

I have loved all of the TJ Klune books I have read so far, with the combination of LGBTQIA love stories and magical fantasy worlds producing some wonderful characters and worldbuilding. So, I snapped up a copy of Wolfsong ready for some sexy werewolf action with some beautiful literary style.

Unfortunately, while this book does deliver in theory, in practice the constant repetition of key words and phrases, designed to really hammer home the emotional bonds and unspoken communication methods became wearisome quite quickly. I felt at times like I was reading writing prompts or spelling corrections instead of a story, as the text chanted ‘pack pack pack, brother, son, love’ at me, and the amount of ‘Joe, Ox, Joe, Ox, yeah Joe’ packed into the dialogue felt authentic to the characters as presented, but didn’t make for sparkling banter.

And, of course, there was the huge stumbling block of a child (10) mate-bonding with a teenager (16) at first sight. This threw me so badly that I stopped reading and headed for the reviews to see whether I had missed or misunderstood something. I hadn’t. Of course, there is no romantic consummation until both main characters are of age, but the early start to their emotional attraction still felt innately wrong to me. And the plot device that kept them apart until older just felt completely contrived – Joe goes off on a quest that makes no sense in any way, most people are against, and it turns out to be ultimately pointless. It was very frustrating!

The book contains two graphic sex scenes and two or three action/fighting scenes, but other than these brief blips of activity the story feels like lots and lots of Ox’s self-loathing and self-doubt, held together with lots of repetition (did I mention the repetition? Pack, pack, pack!). Which is a shame because I did really love Ox’s character, and the wolf mythology, and the concept of humans and witches being able to pack bond, so the concepts are really promising. It’s just the writing feeling so drawn out and, you know, repetitive.

So, this one just isn’t for me. Luckily there are plenty of non-Green Creek TJ Klune books to keep me going!

Absolutely loved this book, T J Klune is a mastermind! Cannot wait to read the others in the ser8es! Would definitely recommend!

"Candy canes, pine cones and epic and awesome!"

This was quite different to The House on the Cerulean Sea, primarily because it's a romance at heart, with plenty of adventure mixed in. Despite this several of the themes are familiar, the LGBT representation, the found family, the power of all types of love and friendship. While the majority of Cerulean Sea is like a warm hug, Wolfsong delves deeply into the complexity of relationships, friendship, family, romantic and sexual. Ox, a young boy with poor self-esteem finds new acceptance with the Bennett family, recently returned to his town after a mysterious absence. Ox forms a close friendship with the youngest Bennett, Joe. A boy with a troubled past and old trauma beneath the surface and slowly Ox and his mother are embraced as part of the Bennett pack, because, incidentally, the family are werewolves.

There is some really subtle character development here as, first Ox, then Joe navigate puberty and adulthood alongside the changes that happen to Joe as he comes into his werewolf birthright. This is the heart of the novel, alongside Ox's powerful journey to confidence and self-worth. Both characters are also petty, jealous and occasionally cruel, these are flawed but brilliant characters. But lets not forget that it is a story also crammed with adventure, humour, darkness and a plot that spans decades. There are sections where the action, deliberately, ebbs. It's testament to Klune's control that these are just as engaging.

Hugely enjoyable, heartbreaking, laugh-out loud funny. A joy.

T J Klune has done it again - he’s made me fall in love with a book. This is a bit different to his other works I’ve read but I loved the shifter element! Cannot wait to read more from this author

Ah this book gave me that teenager reading Twilight nostalgia! Except its all werewolves and gay and super cute. Ox is a boy who has always been told he's dumb, stupid and will have a difficult life because of it. But then he meets Joe, a child who brings him back to his family who have moved in next door. Ox is introduced to a whole new life. This book is peak found family and I am here for it. It really pulls at your heartstrings. It covers about a 11 year period of time which I really loved!

It's definitely a different style to the other TJ Klune books I've read but that man definitely knows how to make me emotional through his words no matter the genre. Ox is such a cinnamon roll and I loved his story.

Was I excited to read this? Yes. Have I gone and bought a lovely new hardcover copy of this title? Also Yes!

The Green Creek series has been on my 'to read' list for a couple of years so I knew I wanted to read this new Tor published version. I wasn't sure what it was going to be about, other than werewolves. That's all I knew about it.

I am so glad I went into this not knowing too much, because it was a revelation. I really enjoyed the writing TJ Klune had in this story. The characters are endearing and it was interesting and heartbreaking.

I did go straight out and pick up the nex three books in the series, and I will be picking up lovely hardcover copies as soon as they are on sale. I enjoyed the whole series immensly even though this first book was not my favourite.

There was an element of emotional manipulation but as I saw it coming, I'll forgive Klune. There is also a deal of repetition, so necessary and emotionally powerful and some that I felt made the book overly long and unnecessary.

Overall, a lovely series I was so happy to have read.

This was brilliant again. I hope the other books in the series will be republished in this way soon, I want to know more about the whole family. It should be translated into German as well, so far we only have to books by this author and they are both amazing.

This is a fantasy novel with a strong character/romance element. When our main character is 16 years old, a family of werewolves moves in next door and changes his life forever.

Plotwise, the story has a strong resemblance to the twilight series, only with werewolves.

I really struggled with this book due to the ages of the characters involved. I found it very uncomfortable to have a 10 year old know that a 16 year old is destined to be his mate (although the 16 year old is oblivious for a number of years). Even a 16 year old being best friends with a 10 year old seems odd to me.

When the now 23 year old realises he has feelings for his now 17 year old best friend, we get extremely uncomfortable recollections about how jealous the at the time 12-14 year old was of his 'mate' having sex with other people, to the extent that he wanted to kill him. We have the 17 year old telling his mates mother he wants to mount him. We have the 17 year olds brother commenting that his mate better be prepared for werewolf stamina.

If everyone had been aged up from the start, thw age gap would have been fine. But all the sexual content relating to a minor was not what I was looking for.

And that doesn't even get into how the werewolf family basically groom this poor (possibly slow) human boy, then value him only for what he does for their family. And chide him when he has the nerve to be upset after being abandoned for years without word.

Whole reading experience left me very uncomfortable. Will ntoot be reading any further books in the series

Did it take me a month to read this book? Yes but that's entirely my fault, not the books. Uni and life in general has been hectic.
I'd heard a lot about this book prior it's re-realease and I'm super happy to have now crossed it off my TBR. While it was slow goings at first, for me and the book, as soon as the action (and the traumatising moments) really got going, I was hooked.
Every character felt like they were written with such love, especially Ox who I would now lay down my life for. Now that I'm thinking about it I don't think I've ever actually read a book solely about werewolves so that was a super fun thing for me.
I will definitely be continuing on with this series in 2023.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC.

TJ Klune is fast becoming one of my favourite authors. Every single one of his books is an must-read, combining thought-provoking fantasy storyline with an inclusive and diverse cast. Ox is a great character to explore and his relationship with Joe and the others in the Bennett family unfolds so naturally and realistically it's a joy to read, while Klune also explores a different spin on the werewolf mythology (something I didn't think was possible at this point!). Death, grief, love and family are also explored in this novel, and I'm now going to have to search out the sequel immediately!

I absolutely loved this book! Joe is my favourite character and I loved seeing both Joe and Ox grow up. The shifter dynamic was unique to me and I loved most of the wolves.

I can't wait to read Ravensong!

'Candy canes and pinecone and epic and awesome'

Ask me a few months ago, and I'd have laughed in your face if you told me I'd read and love a book about werewolves. Being told 'it's like Twilight, but gay' would not have immediately appealed but as an avid TJ Klune fan, I was convinced to give it a shot. How does that man do it? I was hooked immediately.

I could talk about the world building, the character development, the pace of the plot, but ultimately, what always brings me back to his books is his portrayal of love. Wolfsong is no exception. This isn't just hearts and flowers and romance, this is deep, lasting, soulmate love, something not many writers do well. It's raw and powerful and he doesn't shy away from the heartache and grief love can also bring. Just like The House in the Cerulean Sea and Under The Whispering Door, Wolfsong is a book you'll keep coming back to, a big fluffy blanket of a book that makes you feel all warm and cosy inside. Truly a masterpiece!

This book is incredible! I don't remember the last time I picked a book up and was completely captivated after the first chapter. The building relationship between Ox and the pack as he finally learns his worth and is accepted by them was beautiful to read, and the romance between Ox and Joe tugged at my heartstrings ruthlessly. My favourite character (aside form Ox) had to be Gordo, and I cannot wait to pick up the second book in this series which follows his story

I have heard so many amazing things about this book, so when I was given the opportunity to read it, I couldn't say no. The writing was absolutely stunning and I was hooked from the very beginning, right up to the very end.

Not your typical werewolf book and not your typical romance. This is a challenging look at all kinds of relationships, at the pushes and pulls within friendships and romances, and the balance or lack thereof between parents and children. It’s gritty and raw. But also compelling and beautifully told. A queer werewolf romance and a family drama.

This was fantastic!

I remember reading the author's house in the cerulean sea and loving it, and this was so good! gorgeous, lyrical writing and strong, viivid imagery that left me thrilled! Highly recommend if you want a wholesome mystery story perfect for autumn!

Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for an e-arc!