The Wolf's Secret, written by Carole Avila, tells the story of a twelve-year-old girl, Chabeli, whose beloved forest in the Andes is in danger. Chabeli discovers that a pack of wolves is being targeted by poachers and works hard to protect them, despite many obstacles. She also learns an important secret, that a legendary beast that her people believe in is really alive, and she must keep it safe from harm.
Chapter 1: The Wolf's Secret
In Chapter 1, readers meet Chabeli, who lives with her family in the Andes of Ecuador. Her favorite pastime is exploring the ancient forests, with her best canine companion, Luna. While out exploring one day, they come across a poacher with a pack of wolves he has captured. Chabeli makes a daring rescue and discovers an important secret: the wolves are part of a rare and mythical pack, the Guardian Wolves.
Chapter 2: Wolf Tracks
In Chapter 2, Chabeli follows the Guardian Wolves' trail and discovers they are in danger from poachers. She also learns of a legendary beast in the woods, which her people believe in, though no one has ever actually seen it. Chabeli's determination to protect the wolves leads her to seek out her great-grandfather, El Primo, for help.
Chapter 3: A Guardian's Journey
In Chapter 3, Chabeli finds that El Primo is an experienced hunter and has been charged by the people of the Andes with guarding the Guardian Wolves. Along with her great-grandfather, Chabeli embarks on a journey to find and protect the wolves and the legendary beast. They meet various obstacles and strange phenomena along the way, from a mysterious fog to a hungry animal.
Chapter 4: A Revealing Adventure
In Chapter 4, Chabeli and El Primo continue their search for the Guardian Wolves. At long last, they track them down to a rocky outcrop. However, they also discover that the poachers have taken a wolf cub and the legendary beast. Chabeli resolves to find the poachers and rescue the two animals, even if it means she has to put her own life in danger.
Chapter 5: The Great Battle
In Chapter 5, after a long and dangerous pursuit, Chabeli and El Primo finally catch up with the poachers. They launch an all-out assault on the poachers' camp, but it turns out the poachers are more powerful and better armed than expected. A fierce battle follows, during which Chabeli and El Primo battle the poachers to save the wolf cub and legendary beast.
Chapter 6: Success and Secrets
In Chapter 6, the great battle is won and Chabeli and El Primo are triumphant. Not only have they rescued the wolf cub and the legendary beast, but they discover an even greater secret: the Guardian Wolves have been breeding with the legendary beast, thus creating a new species that is one part wolf and one part legendary beast. Chabeli decides to protect this new species and the secrets of the Andes forest.
