"Though The Wolfman will have a first print run of 9,000 copies, Tor Books has already had a number of inquiries from film and television producers about adapting the novel. Among those praising the book are two of Mr. Pekearo’s literary heroes: Andrew Vachss, who calls the book a 'brilliant, insightful, overpowering debut,' and Joe R. Lansdale, who says the novel gives the werewolf motif 'a fresh coat of fur and new sheen on its very sharp teeth.'" [Times]

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