I received an advanced copy of this through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

3.5/4 stars.

A really great concept, with fantastic characters. I really enjoyed the dynamics between the bears and how they each took on the traits of their owners. I also enjoyed Spark's character development within the story from straight laced, naive bear to a born leader, bold and true. This is a very entertaining, at times dark, adventure that will lead the reader on a journey through fear, strife and bravery.

If I have any criticism at all, it would be that at times there were some unnecessary explanations which detracted from the story itself. This caused a paragraph to drag a little, and make it too trudgy, interrupting the flow.