The Clans have finally arrived in their new home, following the prophecies of their warrior ancestors. The journey was difficult enough, but now they must struggle to establish territories and learn the hidden dangers of this unfamiliar world. Most importantly, Leafpaw knows they must find a replacement for the Moonstone -- a place to communicate with StarClan. Otherwise there will be no way to choose new leaders, no way to share medicine cat secrets, and no way to know whether the Clans are on the right path.
The future seems uncertain, and more than one cat is harboring sinister plans that could lead to violence and darkness. As all the warriors wait for a sign, some of them begin to realize that the threats they face in the forest may not be as perilous as the threats they face from within. . . .
Nanette Savard rises to the challenge of portraying a cast of emotional, adventurous, and ingenious characters, all of whom are cats. After many weary days of travel, the Clans have arrived in their new home, where they must establish territories and identify the many new dangers: "twolegs," "kitty pets," Sharptooth, and more. While pronouncing names like Squirrelflight, Ashfoot, Onewhisker, Brambleclaw, Leafpool, and Tawnypelt, Savard neither stumbles nor breaks her smooth pace. Her narration is crisp and clear, and she knows how amplify the drama by building tension. The relationships between the cats are complex and intriguing, and Savard's many fine voices add to the reality and credibility. S.C.A. (c) AudioFile 2006, Portland, Maine
About the Author
Erin Hunter is inspired by a love of cats and a fascination with the ferocity of the natural world. As well as having a great respect for nature in all its forms, Erin enjoys creating rich mythical explanations for animal behavior, shaped by her interest in astrology and standing stones.
