On holiday in a remote cabin, cut off from her friends, Jane feels trapped and lonely. Surely a day out of the ordinary can’t do any harm. Venturing into the woods sets off a series of events sure to keep young readers engrossed. Liz Fe Lifestyle, publisher of the novella, ‘The Heart of a Wolf’, has produced an engaging story about a werewolf pack living in secret. While the werewolves await a long-held prediction to occur that will change the way they and other packs live, Jane is forced into accepting their help. Interspersed with simple, yet beautiful colour illustrations, the novella is an easy read for younger teens looking for excitement and romance. It follows the age-old trope of fairy tales, that have managed to captivate and enchant readers for years. Filled with plenty of dialogue between characters and the use of descriptive language throughout, ‘The Heart of the Wolf’ is a lovely, if not predictable read for younger book lovers. ( )