For the Wolf is the story of a girl who has been marked for sacrifice since she was born. Red is the second daughter and the second daughter belongs to the Wolf. When the time comes for her to venture into the Wildwood, Red discovers that there is more to the Wolf and the Wildwood than the legends ever knew. As Red gains a deeper understanding of the hungry forest, she is forced to work with unexpected allies in order to save her sister and country.

I absolutely loved this book! The writing is dark, lush, and lyrical. Throughout, Whitten asks the delicate question of what it means to be a monster. I loved how hungry and bloody the forest was. It was impossible to look away as the characters were pushed to their limits. The romance is a delightful slowburn which I’m excited to see develop further! The portrayal of the strengths and flaws of the characters ultimately made this an incredibly compelling read.

I already can’t wait for the sequel, which promises to be spine-chilling and magical. I highly recommend For the Wolf, especially if you like: sibling stories, hungry magic, slow-burn romance, and lovable monsters. Thank you so much to Hannah Whitten, Orbit Books, and Netgalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.