The main character Wren, has been secluded her whole life. You, the reader, are learning as she is learning. Along with multi POV from a few other characters.

This book is heavy on the mystery of her father’s death and political aspects of the world. With some flirtatious moments between characters that I thought were fun. I am interested in book 2 to see if any of those grow into something more.

I enjoyed the found family and friendship with the Brotherhood. The end of the book ends on a cliff hanger.

I received an ARC and am voluntarily giving my review. I gave it 4 stars for the plot and creativity of the world. This book does not have much romance or spice.

Wren grew up isolated from the rest of the world. Her father, Seith, provided few details about her background or the outside world. She was trained to fight when necessary but taught to flee whenever possible. When her father is murdered, Wren is thrust into a world she’s unprepared to face, armed with only one friend and a storm of family secrets that start to unravel. Unsure of why her father was killed or whom she can trust, she must quickly adapt to survive.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book! Wren and the other characters turned out to be far more nuanced and enjoyable than other fantasy novels I’ve read. The world-building unfolded gradually as the story progressed—though I’ll admit it was a bit confusing at first, and I found myself flipping back and forth to the glossary. Side note: I discovered the author’s blog afterward, which included a helpful overview of the world and characters. Reading that first likely would have made things much clearer.

Although this isn’t classified as a romantasy, there is a romantic subplot that I very much hope will be explored further in the next book. I’m itching to see what happens and can’t believe I’ll have to wait for the next book.

Overall, would I recommend *A Bird Among Wolves*? Yes. And do I plan on reading the second book when it’s released? Sure do.

Thanks to NetGalley, the author, and Three Amigas Press for the ARC for review.

DNF at page 65. This was difficult to read because the writing itself was clunky. This isn’t normally a huge deal, but I found it distracting, and it limited my ability to engage with the story.

I liked that the story dropped me right into the action without a ton of exposition. The problem was that there wasn’t enough information provided at the right time to excite any curiosity in me. It just seemed like there was a bunch of random character introductions that I had no reason to care about.

This book was a lovely read, I particularly enjoyed the descriptive language used in it, and how well everything was always explained from everything to clothes to the smells that could be smelt. It felt I credibly immersive which I absolutely adored.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author and the publishing company for allowing me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review

Although it took me a little bit to get into it, I throughly enjoyed the set up. The multi person point of view is pretty great. There is so much left to this tale. I can’t wait to see what happens with Wren and the rest of the group.

*Fast, plot and character driven fantasy world filled with mysterious magic and an extensive world building political underlying tone.*

Rating: 4.5/5 stars (rated down to 4)

Found Family? Check. Mysterious Creatures? Check. Brooding men with a heard of gold? Check. FMC that can handle her own? Check. Magical powers that no one really knows about? Check.

When Wren (FMC) is suddenly forced to leave her home and run, she finds herself in the middle of a political war between the kingdoms, complicated by the fact ancient forest creatures are starting to terrorize the kingdoms. Finding temporary shelter with the Brotherhood, Wren must uncover how she is connected to these creatures, what her father has hiding/running from when he was murdered, and keep her true heritage a secret from those that are beginning to feel like family.

This book is told through multiple character POVs, which adds an interesting and dynamic insight to the different layers of plot that unfolds. Though there are multiple POVs, each character is defined enough in their own right that they genuinely feel like different people and each POV adds value to the overall story.

Overall, I really enjoyed this book. Wren was a likable FMC and most of the story is told via her POV. The other characters really round out the dynamic cast, and none of them felt stale or boring. There were multiple things happening at the same time in different parts of the world, so having the differing POV kept the story moving and progressing, instead of having a lot of "off-screen" developments.

I thought the plot was interesting, very much enjoyed that not everything was spelled out for you right away. You are thrown right into the action, and discover things through each character slowly throughout the book. One downside in that technique is that sometimes things were confusing, and even by the end, I don't think I have a firm grasp on how the kingdoms work or how each kingdom relationship is with each other. However, this did not deter me from enjoying the political dynamics of the plot.

The reason I gave this book 4.5/5 stars is because some of the transitions were a little off (ex: one minute she is running through the woods, the next she wakes up in a bed having traveled some distance without any memory and this isn't really addressed). While the pacing throughout the book felt consistent, the last 20% felt like it went really fast with everything that was happening, and the traveling between cities taking no time at all, it that felt more rushed. The structure of the kingdoms and who is King, High King, ect. also felt still slightly confusing towards the end, even having read the glossary after reading the story.

That said, if you like books with great characters that have their own personalities, books that are plot driven and every scene contributes great information to drive the plot forward, magic that can either save or destroy everyone, and kingdoms that are on the edge of war, this book is for you! I will definitely be recommending it to my friends when the book is available.

Thank you to the author, Tracy Leonard Nakatani, the publisher Three Amigas Press, and NetGalley for the opportunity to provide an ARC review. This review is completely my own thoughts and opinions.

From the opening chapter, it’s pure tension — one bad thing after another, like a cursed domino chain of emotional destruction. Poor Wren is out here taking hit after hit, and just when you think she might get a breather? Absolutely not.

But despite all the chaos, that’s what makes the story so addictive. It’s tightly paced, emotionally heavy, and impossible to look away from. Wren is fierce, battered, and still pushing forward through it all. She deserves a medal. Or five.

And Randon? We love a soft-in-a-world-that’s-harsh male lead. He’s one of the few people who shows Wren consistent kindness — not flashy, not performative, just solid and dependable. We need that kind of presence in a story this intense.

Now… Faelan. Let’s just say he’s got the ✨chaotic twin energy✨ that makes you side-eye the plot and wonder if things might shift later in the series. Not saying I’d be mad. Just saying 👀

If you like your fantasy sharp-edged, emotionally charged, and filled with characters clawing their way through impossible odds, A Bird Among Wolves is your next obsession. Bring snacks. Bring tissues. Maybe a stress ball.

I struggled to get into this one as found the plot to be a bit jumpy. Very fast paced but didn’t really like the writing style. DNF 24%

Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for an eARC of this book. I give it a 3.5⭐️⭐️⭐️

This book was out of my comfort zone as far as fantasy, because I normally read my fantasies with a bit more romance. This book was basically all fantasy, and it grabbed me in at first with all the action and intrigue.
I noticed by the middle it was starting to fall flat. I found myself disinterested in most of the characters POV other than the FMC, and I was frustrated with Wren half the time because of her decisions. By the end of the book I found myself skimming to finish. And then it ended in a really weird kind of cliffhanger, not tying up any of the loose ends and adding more questions than the book even started with.
It was entertaining, and I definitely enjoyed it, but not enough to give it higher than a 3.5 star review.

First of all I’d like to thank the author, publisher and Netgalley for providing me with this ARC for an honest review
Dnf — 28%
In the beginning, I truly thought that this would’ve been one of my all time favourite reads this year based on the description, and I’m sad to say it isn’t. The writing felt slightly choppy to me, and it was hard to get into the story itself.

I like the multi-pov for all of the characters, which truly helped my understanding of the book further from multiple perspectives, but sometimes it got too much. I could hardly connect with one of the characters let alone many, due to the frequency in which the POV’s were changing.
I absolutely adore all things fantasy, and the way the story was constructed simply didn’t allow me to fully immerse myself in the story or world. Whenever something ‘mysterious’ was happening, I wasn’t given enough time to think or wonder what could happen next, as it was almost always revealed in the next page or chapter.

It IS very fast paced, which is what I think I didn’t particularly enjoy — given that it is a fantasy world and I feel as though, personally, they should be paced evenly throughout the book to fully allow readers to understand and ‘live’ in it along with the characters.

One thing I did like, however, was the character dynamics, banter and relationships between everyone. For example, Arlon and Wren. I liked their sibling-like relationship in the beginning a lot, and I also liked the way everyone interacted with each other. The dialogue didn’t feel robotic, only the writing did (because of the ‘choppiness’.)

regret to say I didn’t finish this, as I wish I could’ve given it a better chance, but I don’t have enough time to try and force myself to read this. 😕
Please, take my review with a grain of salt, as reading is purely subjective! No hate to the author or those who enjoyed it whatsoever.

Thank you to Tracy Leonard Nakatani and NetGalley for this ARC 😊

I'm struggling to put into words how much I enjoyed this book 😍

The world, the characters, the plot 🔥 - all came together beautifully to create a book that I devoured and left me feeling bereft once finished!

If you are a fan of a complex plot that keeps you on your toes, a whole host of characters that you don't know if you can trust but are rooting for anyway and mythical creatures/gods that add to the mystery of the world being built then pick this up - if you aren't a fan of these things, still pick up this book!

I didn’t expect to enjoy this book this much, but here I am, already wishing for the next book. Wren is one of the most relatable fantasy heroines I’ve read in a while. She’s not the usual warrior type, more like someone who learns slowly, makes mistakes, but always tries to do the right thing. The world-building was so good. I had to go back to understand a few things, especially with the different types of creatures and names. But it’s totally worth it once you get into the rhythm. The ending definitely leaves you wanting more. Can't wait for the next book. Thank you so much to the author and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book early. I’m sharing my thoughts voluntarily and with genuine appreciation

This fantasy novel is one that will sure give you a run for your imagination. If you are fan of lord of the rings or the witcher then you will surely enjoy this great read. Not to mention that some of the details of the scenery are very well described.
It follows the story of a young girl named Wren who has spent most of her life kept away from everyone by her overprotective father. However, the time comes when she needs to venture out on her own. Wren believe that when someone wields a sword a great responsibility is put upon them. She is a very caring and compassionate character. Overall this story was very enjoyable.
I received an arc copy from Netgalley and all opinions are of my own.

Thankyou for sending me an ARC of A Bird among Wolves.

I enjoyed the rich world building in this story especially the magic of the forest. I think the characters were diverse and well written.

What didn’t work for me personally was the complexity of the story which wasn’t helped by the multiple POVs. I was left feeling confused and disorientated a lot of the time with a lot of information without the context and the multiple mysteries and side plots.

I think this book would be best enjoyed by people who love complex worlds, politics and intrigues.

I just finished A Bird Among Wolves, and honestly, I didn’t want it to end. It’s one of those books where you think you know what you’re getting—classic fantasy vibes—but then it quietly surprises you in the best ways.

Wren, the main character, is super relatable. She’s not your typical sword-wielding chosen one; she’s thoughtful, kind of stubborn, and trying to figure things out while being thrown into situations way bigger than she signed up for. I loved watching her grow into her own strength without losing her heart.

The world-building is beautiful—lush forests, mysterious magic, and a sense of tension that hums beneath everything. You can tell the author put so much care into the details. The relationships are layered too, especially the emotional undercurrents between characters. There’s action, yes, but also these really tender, quiet moments that hit you hard.

If you're into stories that blend nature magic, complex characters, and just the right amount of angst, this is definitely worth picking up.

*thank you to netgalley and the publisher for an early copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*

Review on Goodreads, posted Friday, 23.05.25:
First off, I’d like to thank Tracy Leonard Nakatani, Three Amigas Press, and NetGalley for an arc of this amazing story!!
This was an emotional roller coaster for me!! I absolutely love the premise of this story and the world building is amazing🫶🏻 however, it started off a bit confusing for me because there was little info on for example all the different types of elves and I had to skip back and forth a lot. That aside, this was an absolutely amazing read with great characters and plot. And of course a cliffhanger!! This book is great for fans of The Witcher and I’d even say Game of thrones, who love complex characters and storytelling of a darker fantasy story. So excited to see where the story takes off to next!! Again big thanks!🫶🏻

My second ARC and I am so glad I found this and approved to read!
I wanted to hug the characters, hit them, laugh and cry with them.
There were plot twist I figured out but most got me which is a pleasant surprise! And of course we had to be left with a cliff hanger.
I really love the world the author is creating, I would have liked to have had more background on the races, religion, wars, etc BUT as the main character was ignorant of most all of this I can also see learning about it as she does.
I look forward to the next installment!

thank you to tracy leonard nakatani, three amigas press, and netgalley for an arc of this book. all opinions are my own. ♡

₊˚⊹⋆ first thoughts: the fact this is targeted for fans of the witcher has me very intrigued. i'm excited to see what wren's adventure is going to look like. slowly becoming more of a fantasy girl than i thought i would!