For more than 20 years, there were no sequels to the story. It tells the story of Miyax, or Julie, returning to her Inuit village. She faces many challenges and courageously protects the wolves that once saved her life. It continues the story, but from the wolves' point of view. Each of the tales has its share of sadness.
Many readers shed tears at the death of a favorite wolf.
Over 85 percent don't make it to adulthood. The drama in her books is not only a result of fine writing but also of accurately portraying the animals. George travels, observes, and does thorough research to give her audience exact information about each species and its environment. The Christian Science Monitor. All rights reserved.