Warriors: Winds of Change

by Erin Hunter, James L. Barry (Illustrator)

Overview

The warrior cats leap off the page in this full-color graphic novel adventure—a stand-alone story set in the world of Erin Hunter’s #1 bestselling Warriors series.

Forced out of the forest that had been their home for generations, the four warrior Clans are about to settle into their new homes around the lake.

Some cats see their new beginning as a chance for the Clans to live together in peace and friendship, but WindClan’s deputy Mudclaw believes the other Clans cannot be trusted. And as he prepares to take the ailing Tallstar’s place as leader, he is determined to do whatever it takes to secure the future of his Clan—no matter the cost. 

Set during the events of Warriors: The New Prophecy, this action-packed, stand-alone adventure is perfect for longtime Erin Hunter fans and new readers alike.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780063043237
Publisher:	HarperCollins
Publication date:	06/01/2021
Series:	Warriors Graphic Novel
Pages:	224
Sales rank:	58,852
Product dimensions:	5.00(w) x 7.40(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

About the Author

Erin Hunter is inspired by a love of cats and a fascination with the ferocity of the natural world. In addition to having great respect for nature in all its forms, Erin enjoys creating rich mythical explanations for animal behavior. She is the author of the Warriors, Seekers, Survivors, Bravelands, and Bamboo Kingdom series. Erin lives in the UK.

Editorial Reviews

2021-04-08
Feral felines face power struggles after a regime change.

In this full-color graphic adaptation of the popular Warriors series, brown tabby Mudclaw is the deputy for the WindClan, one of the many cat clans residing in a new territory uninhabited by the Twolegs. As second-in-command, Mudclaw is poised to take over for WindClan’s leader, Tallstar, but as Tallstar’s health declines, he names a different successor, known as Onewhisker, dividing the clan and angering Mudclaw. When he is approached by a cat from a neighboring clan, Mudclaw begins to worry that Onewhisker will steer the clan in a more collaborative direction, something that he vehemently opposes. Dissension grows amid the shifting dynamics, secret alliances are formed, and soon the politics have turned positively catty. An unexpected and shocking ending does not disappoint. Barry’s kinetic illustrations give a visual boost for tracking the large cast of characters, and his bright jewel tones and the cats’ expressive faces enhance the atmosphere. Jolley’s tale is extremely timely, shining a light on the dangers of political isolationism and how easily the seeds of mistrust are sowed. The intrigue runs at a four-pawed fever pitch; however, those unfamiliar with this broad and sweeping world may find themselves lost in the copious character name-drops, virtually nonexistent recaps, and series-specific lexicon.

Catnip for established fans. (Graphic fantasy. 8-11)

Kirkus Reviews