Children of the Wolf

“Children of the Wolf is an enthralling novel—a riveting mystery entwined with the rich story of a woman coming into her own while battling the wildest of demons. Whip-smart, unique, and chilling—I loved it.”—Gillian Flynn, author of Gone Girl

“Riveting.”—People

“Geni’s writing is both evocative and thrilling, creating a pulse-pounding mystery that will leave you haunted.”—Chicago Review of Books

“This novel is like nothing I’ve read. The plot itself chilled me to the bone, but the writing—psychologically rich, nuanced, startlingly sublime—swept me along at every turn. Haunting and propulsive, Children of the Wolf showcases Geni at the height of her talent.”—Cristina Henriquez, author of The Book of Unknown Americans

“Abby Geni’s writing is evocative, the story is unique, and the ethical dilemma played out in the book will linger long after the last page… . A truly great read!”—Amanda Peters, author of The Berry Pickers

“Beautifully crafted … heart-stopping … [Geni’s] novel takes pop culture’s fascination with hit men and serial killers to a disturbing new level.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred review

“Give this book to everyone you know.”—CrimeReads

“Geni keeps the reader guessing with a twisty plot and complex characters. It’s hard to look away.”—Publishers Weekly

“Children of the Wolf succeeds as both a clenched-jaw thriller and a moving family saga. The cultlike, isolationist influence the father holds over his family will fascinate you, the Viking lore will thrill you, and the slowly unburied secrets will haunt you. There’s maybe no greater compliment than saying, damn, do I wish I had written this novel.”—Benjamin Percy, author of The Ninth Metal

“Geni conjures up literary magic… . [The] tale ponders the perils of truth, the fragility of memory, and the impossibility of dodging destiny.”—Booklist

Abby Geni is the author of:

• The Body Farm, longlisted for the Joyce Carol Oates Prize and the Story Prize.
• The Lightkeepers, winner of the inaugural Chicago Review of Books Award for Best Fiction.
• The Wildlands, a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize.
• The Last Animal, a finalist for the Orion Book Award.

Geni is a graduate of the Iowa Writers’ Workshop and a recipient of the Iowa Fellowship.

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