The Wolves of Ruin — series

Creatures & Beings

Tropes & Themes

How it starts

Meryn Cooper has always resented the Bonded, elite warriors who form mental links with direwolves. But when her sister Saela is kidnapped by the immortal enemies of her nation, Meryn's disdain turns to desperation. To save Saela, Meryn enlists in the army and enters the perilous Bonding Trials, where failure means death. Bound to a direwolf who refuses to communicate, Meryn faces hostility from fellow trainees and the cold scrutiny of her instructor, Stark Therion. Amidst deadly competition, the crown prince's attention adds another layer of danger. In a world where every smile hides a knife, Meryn must bond or bleed, duel or die. ⚠️ Contains mature content including graphic violence. Recommended for readers 17+. For fans of Fourth Wing and The Hunger Games.