Review: Eye of the Wolf

I think the opening of this story is fantastic. It draws you in and sparks your curiosity. The tale of the Wolf from his point of view is very well written and thought provoking.

I also enjoyed most of Africa's story however I was disapointed by the ending. I am not sure if something is lost in the process of translation. It seemed to end too suddenly and left me wanting something more.

I have used the book at school but only the opening rather than the whole story.

Bernadette from Winston Way

Eye of the Wolf by Daniel Pennac

I really enjoyed reading this book: it was a very quick read and so satisfying to finish a book in a few evenings; the illustrations added to the read; the life of the wolf is fascinating and made you think again about how cruel humans can be to animals; the ending brings everything together in such a satisfying way and leaves you with that warm feeling all good books should. Also, my 13 year old son loved the book and I want to thank the project for inspiring him to read again as he used to in primary school (he is now ahead of me and is reading "The Boy in Striped Pyjamas"!). I agree with other comments that the names of all the wolves were confusing and I had to keep reading back over a few parts to work out which animal was which.

St Matthias and Dr. Bell's Bristol

Eye of the wolf

Having read The Other Side of Truth and The Garbage King, I was really looking forward to reading this book.
I did find it a little difficult and disconcerting at first, but after the first couple of chapters, I really started to feel like I could understand each of the characters. I feel I have to agree with some of the other comments, in that I think it deserves a second read to fully understand all of the different concepts in the story.
I really thought it was heart-warming that the boy and the wolf found a true companion in each other, and although you have to suspend your disbelief a little, it was really sweet to have most things worked out by the end of the story.
A really interesting story.

Rahima Miah
Mayflower Primary
Tower Hamlets

Daniel Pennac Eye of the Wolf

I thoroughly enjoyed The Other SIde of the Truth and The Garbage King, so was a little disappointed when I started reading The Eye of the Wolf. I found it difficult to get into and a little confusing - Where did the cubs come from? Had it gone back in time? Who was telling the story? Who was Blue Wolf/Grey Wolf etc. I found myself having to re-read bits to make sense of it. I should point out that I was reading in bed and was very tired, hence I nodded off a few times. I will endeavour to read the book again, preferably when I am more alert!

Raye Scott
Alderwood Primary School

Message from Hillingdon

The whole school have embraced the project by creating reading corners in their classrooms and spending quality time in their classrooms reading aloud. Jo at Sacred Heart.

Whitehall Juniors have really taken off with the project, enhanced their learning environment and incorporated the teaching seqeunces into their planning. Rosa Harkin.

We've been reading There's a Boy in the Girl's bathroom and they love it! When I whip it out there's an enormous 'Yesssss!' from the children. Anna at St Matthews.

Lady of Shalott

We have just begun the Lady of Shalott - the children have really enjoyed it and have begun to make better links using the Likes / Dislikes / Puzzles / Connections sheet. We have produced some great art and I'm looking forward to building some poetry!