Welcome to the hidden world of Whispers of the Wolf, where ancient instincts run just beneath the surface and the boundary between human and animal is not quite as clear as it seems. Today, I invite you behind the scenes to explore the lore, daily life, and delicate balance that defines the Whispers universe.
Shifter Lore: Born of Two Worlds
In the Whispers series, shifters are not bitten or cursed, but born—blessed with a dual nature that manifests in adolescence. Some come from long lines of proud, established packs; others awaken unexpectedly, their true selves kept hidden for generations.
Shifters are deeply connected to nature. Their instincts are stronger, their senses keener, and many experience a persistent pull toward open skies, moonlight, and forests. Though they walk among humans, shifters are bound by their own laws—often older than the towns that surround them. Honour, kinship, and the safeguarding of secrecy are all vital to their survival.
Village Life: Where Two Worlds Meet
Most shifters live discreetly among humans, choosing smaller, tight-knit communities where eyes are fewer and privacy is easier to protect. In some rare places, such as the village at the heart of Book One, humans and shifters have come to an unspoken understanding.
Here, daily life appears ordinary on the surface—markets, cafés, garden fences—but beneath it flows a constant undercurrent of quiet tension and cautious respect. A neighbour might be a baker by day and a wolf by moonrise. Children play in the same fields, attend the same schools, but grow into vastly different destinies.
There are whispered legends, of course. Some villagers speak of strange howls in the night or shadows flitting through the trees. Most pretend not to notice. In these places, harmony depends not on denial, but discretion.
Coexistence: Trust, Secrets, and Fragile Peace
Coexistence is delicate. A single slip—an uncontrolled shift, an overheard conversation—can unravel years of careful peace. While some humans are sympathetic, even protective of their shifter neighbours, others remain wary. Fear and fascination often walk hand in hand.
Shifters, in turn, remain vigilant. Trust is rarely given freely. Bonds between species do form, but always under the weight of risk. Love, friendship, and loyalty become all the more powerful when forged across such deep divides.
In the Whispers world, the question is never simply “what are you?”—but rather, “who do you choose to be?”
I hope you’ve enjoyed this first glimpse into the world behind the pages. Would you like to see more of the lore, meet some of the characters, or take a tour of the village map? Let me know in the comments.
Until next time,
Abbie
Whispers trilogy
Book 1 Whispers of the Wolf
Book 2 Carved In Time
Book 3 The Final Oath
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