Sleeping Forest: The Way of the Wolf

“Dense Forest” opens its gates for one and only creature—the Gray Wolf. In this second novel of Anastasia Lavrenishina’s award-winning duology, the forest teems with magical wonders, yet only the Wolf may enter and even becomes the Witch’s bodyguard. Haunted by fear and uncertainty, he ultimately leaves his shadow behind to stand watch and flies skyward on the Witch’s broom to seek counsel from the Moon. A vivid tale of courage, identity, and self-discovery, this fantasy adventure has been honored with the Espresso “Readers’ Choice” Award as Best Teen Fiction 

This Ukrainian-language hardcover edition spans 176 pages and features full-color illustrations in a compact 135 × 205 mm format. Published by Nash Format in 2021, it combines rich world-building, Ukrainian mythological elements, and cinematic storytelling—perfect for both young adult and adult fans of immersive fantasy