Review of Hunters

[Obc Contentor]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Hunters" by Athena Luo.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Hunters: Fire and Water by Athena Luo is a work of fiction set in the year 2439. A family of animals called leopard-cats live peacefully in the forest with forest cats. Smoke and Mist are a couple who just gave birth to four kittens (leopard-cats less than a year old), constituting the family of leopard-cats in this forest. Both the leopard-cats and forest cats engage in hunting, with some cats serving as skillclaws (i.e., mentors) assigned to each kitten to train them in various fighting and forest-adaptation skills, such as climbing, leaping, swimming, etc. However, a threat of destruction to their forest home is not far off. The animals receive their first threat of destruction when they are brutally attacked by badgers with sharp fangs and long, sharp claws. A greater destruction looms, involving Two-Paws' (humans’) plan to set the forest ablaze. The group of animals calls a meeting to discuss a way forward to save their lives or counter the plan. Suggestions are made: fight back, run away to a new home, or retreat to a safe place and return after the fire. What are the Two-Paws doing while they plan to destroy the environment of these innocent creatures? Can humans realize they are causing damage to the homes of living beings?

Sincerely, the plot of this story is a thought-provoking one. I smiled, felt pity, and was awestruck at the scenes depicting the animals' roles in the story. The book portrays the leopard-cats as intelligent beings and justifies this possibility by mentioning that humans once injected the leopard-cats, granting them great intelligence to build their own homes and interact in unity. The story is written in an interesting way, allowing readers to enjoy the thrill of seeing animals exhibit human qualities. I also took away some insights about living life without regretting encountering problems. This is exemplified in one of the conversations made by the animals. Additionally, I learned to be environmentally conscious and to love nature.

I would rate this book 5 out of 5 stars because there is nothing I dislike about it. It has been professionally edited, as I found only a few typos. Lovers of stories featuring animals exhibiting human qualities, like speaking, would love this book.

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[Obido Samuel Chiemerie]

“Hunters: Fire and Water by Athena Luo offers a captivating narrative set in the year 2439, where intelligent leopard-cats face existential threats. The book masterfully combines thought-provoking themes about environmental consciousness and the human impact on nature, all while weaving a thrilling and heartwarming story of animal intelligence and resilience. This novel is a must-read for those who enjoy stories where animals exhibit human qualities and demonstrate unity and survival against the odds.

[Cynthia Pence]

As someone who appreciates both fantasy and environmental themes, Hunters: Fire and Water strikes me as a fascinating read. The concept of intelligent animals, especially the leopard-cats, navigating threats to their forest home, seems like a fresh take on exploring the impact humans have on nature. The relationship between the animals and their environment, paired with the looming danger posed by humans, offers a powerful reflection on how human actions affect wildlife.