'Once you start, you can’t turn back. 

Deep in the Forest is a cave, and in the cave is a chamber, and in the chamber are the dreams. 

They could yet come true.'

From the award-winning author of Wolfstongue.
Illustrated by Anna Tromop.

The final story in the Wolfstongue Saga. 

"The Wolfstongue Saga is in a league of its own – a giant oak towering over a claustrophobic forest –  and The Forest Yet to Come weaves together the roots set down in its sister books both beautifully and masterfully. Cunningly clever, otherworldly and utterly breathtaking, it’s an incomparable force of nature – I love it."  – Eve McDonnell, author of The Last Boy
 

"The Forest Yet to Come is magical in every sense of the word. This modern fable fizzes with excitement and invention. An unputdownable story that works on many levels. Like the very best of children’s fantasy, Sam Thompson weaves important lessons into a thoroughly engaging tale that has much to tell us about the power of story itself."  – Celia Rees

“Sam draws you into the forest, and you will not want to leave until the story ends... A brilliant blend of mystery, trickery and adventure.” – Amy Sparkes, author of The House At The Edge Of Magic series

"'I found it fascinating that I could pick up the last book of a trilogy and be transported so effortlessly into another world. Sam Thompson's The Forest Yet to Come is a skilfully written, utterly enchanting story, brought to life by Anna Tromop's beautiful illustrations. Escapism at its finest." – Jenny Ireland, author of The First Move and The Boy Next Door

"Wonderful storytelling and wow-factor illustrations mean I can absolutely recommend this book! Now, to read the others in the series!"  – Derek Keilty, author of the Ivy Newt series

"Anna Tromop's illustrations are beautiful and Thompson's previous novels have been hailed as modern classics." –  Meath Chronicle

Praise for The Wolfstongue Saga

Praise for The Fox's Tower

'A captivating, thought-provoking and fable-like tale … a triumphant follow-up to Wolfstongue.' –  Eve McDonnell, author of The Chestnut Roaster

'Startlingly original. Sam Thompson is a visionary genius.'  –  Piers Torday, author of The Last Wild trilogy

'From the first page of The Fox's Tower I was caught up in the adventure. Nail-bitingly tense, funny, furious and full of heartfelt emotion this book will pitch you headfirst into another, incredibly captivating world and make you look at your own human world through fresh eyes.' –  Jan Carson, author of The Raptures

'A loose sequel to Wolfstongue, Thompson has created characters from the animal kingdom whose desires have a fabular quality, with important lessons about power and corruption that translate to the world of humankind.' – Sara Keating, The Irish Times

'The mystery and fantasy elements of The Fox’s Tower make it a captivating read for children while its hidden depths entice older readers at once.' – The National

'A solid, energetically paced adventure, gripping from the moment the search for Silas starts to the dramatic final confrontation.' – Inis

'A book you can devour again and again.' – Paperbound Magazine

'An original and fun fantasy novel for children ages 8-12, The Fox's Tower by Sam Thompson (with illustrations by Anna Tromop) is an exceptionally well written and unreservedly recommended addition to elementary school, middle school, and community library action/adventure fantasy collections for young readers.'  –  Midwest Book Review – Children's Bookwatch

'Lyrical prose is ever present and intertwined beautifully with themes of comfort, family, and power.'  – The School Librarian

'Lyrical, vibrant, thought-provoking, brave…a tale of family, loyalty, courage and hope. A most fitting follow-up to Wolfstongue, this takes the story to a different level.'  – Fallen Star Stories

'I was gasping and laughing as I read. (I may also have been crying a little.)' – Read and Reviewed

'The author of Wolfstongue has created a magical successor.' – Absolutely Education

'The pace and action of the story make it hard to put down.' –  Youth Services Book Review

'8/10. It's exciting, and it all leads up to one thing, which I like.'  – Lidia's Booktastic podcast

'An incredibly powerful story on so many levels.' – The Kids Book Curator

Praise for Wolfstongue

‘Has all the makings of a modern classic with its exhilarating mix of ancient fable and contemporary issues. … Not since Watership Down have animal dynamics felt so true and the political undertones so live. … I predict howls of approval — and prizes.’ – The Times

‘As in George Orwell’s “Animal Farm,” the dynamics of oppression and resistance that play out between animals mirror those between humans.’ –  The New York Times

‘Gripping and profound.’ –  The New Statesman

‘Sober, stirring fantasy.’ The Wall Street Journal

‘One of the most extraordinary children’s books I’ve ever read.’ –Anthony McGowan, author of I am the Minotaur

‘Wolfstongue is fabulous.’ – Piers Torday, author of The Wild Before

‘An unforgettable fable. Raw, devastating and brilliantly written.’ – Lucy Strange, author of The Ghost of Gosswater

‘A fiercely gentle tale, heartwarming and brave.’ – Myra Zepf, Winner KPMG/CBI Children’s Book of the Year 2020

‘An edge-of-the-seat adventure.’ – Meg Rosoff, author of The Great Godden

‘An intelligent and powerful story about words and language and what it means to have a voice. The illustrations by Anna Tromop are stunning too!’
– A. M. Howell, author of The House of One Hundred Clocks

‘An absolute delight. Warm and thoughtful, full of insight.’ – Kelly McCaughrain, author of Flying Tips for Flightless Birds, Children’s Books Ireland Book of the Year 2019

‘Wolfstongue has classic written all over it.’ – Patricia Forde, author of The Wordsmith

‘Wolfstongue is a hugely original tale with classic influences and infrastructure.’ – The Irish Times

‘A stunning book.’ – The Irish Independent

‘Thompson is a superb writer. There is a dreamlike quality to his prose.’ – Philip Womack, Literary Review

‘A children’s debut with a timeless feel.’ – Publishers Weekly

‘Brilliantly compelling whilst at the same time making profound comments about the way language and expression help to define us and, when limited, can equally confine us, really powerful.’ –  Jake Hope, Youth Libraries Group

‘A startling entrance into children’s fiction.’ – The Echo

‘This heart felt and exciting adventure has plenty to interest and reflect on.’ – Readers that Care

‘This is a wonderful story that will have you on the edge of your seat.’ – Addicted to Books

‘Children – and adults! – everywhere will certainly find comfort and magic within Wolfstongue’s pages.’ –  Buzz Magazine

‘Lyrical, fierce, thoughtful, brave, emotional…a story of facing your fears and finding your voice. What a stunning book!’ –  Fallen Star Stories

‘A stunning fantasy adventure.’ – Mayo News

‘This is a wonderful book,  it is heart warming, and full of adventure.’ –  Bookbound

‘Wolfstongue is an absorbing read and perfect for fans of the natural world, intrigue and adventure.’ This Book is Brilliant!

‘A powerful story about standing up to bullies, doing what’s right and the power of language, this is a lyrical, beautiful children’s-book debut.’ – What I Read

‘Heady, lyrical and earthy.’ –  Lily and the Fae

‘Every now and again, a remarkable new children’s book comes along which is a pleasure to read, isn’t too long, and is filled with a sense of profound meaning and significance without ever feeling preachy. Wolfstongue is precisely this.’ – BookTrust

‘Now here’s a middle grade novel that intrigues me.’ –  School Library Journal

‘Thompson thoughtfully examines how words can hurt and heal, emphasising language’s powerful influence on characters’ self-perception. Silas’ speech difficulty is unnamed, enabling readers with a variety of similar conditions to see themselves reflected … Tromop’s realistic black-and-white illustrations accentuate the grim, mysterious atmosphere …Unusual and thought-provoking.’ – Kirkus

‘I can’t wait for the sequel! There was never a dull moment in this book and time flew as I read it … and the protagonist goes on a journey where he finds his strength and who he is; kids need these kinds of triumphs to read.’ –  Netgalley ***** reader review

‘An amazing book.’ –  Kid’s Book Buzz

‘The story is fascinating, the world-building well done (with a diagram of the fox city at the front of the book). The characters are believable, the story is believable!  … The black and white illustrations greatly enhance the story.’ –  Youth Services Book Review ***** review

'An impressive debut that is nicely illustrated with the black-and-white artwork of Anna Tromop, Sam Thompson's new action/adventure fantasy novel is an engrossing, thoughtful, beautifully written story about humans and animals, Wolfstongue is an inherently entertaining, original, and fully engaging read from cover to cover.' – Midwest Book Review

'The relationship between the wolves and foxes is uncommon and the role of humans in character dynamics is creative. The message regarding human culture is a valuable lesson and I recommend you give this book a shot.' –YA Books Central

Sam Thompson is the author of three novels for children, Wolfstongue, The Fox’s Tower and The Forest Yet To Come, and several books for grown-ups. He lives in Belfast with his wife, three children, and a dog and cat who have finally admitted they are best friends.