A Dangerous Path

From Gr. 6-9. The saga continues in the fifth book in the Warriors series as the cat Fireheart, now deputy leader of Thunderclan, finds himself taking on even more responsibility because clan-leader Bluestar is both physically and mentally ill. Add to that the dangerous machinations of treacherous Tigarstar, the head of Shadowclan, and a pack of renegade dogs. Bluestar becomes certain that all the members of her clan, including Fireheart, have betrayed her; the ancestral Starclan cats have abandoned her; and Windclan is hunting in Thunderclan's territory. After Bluestar declares war, it's up to Fireheart to find a way to avoid the battle. Hunter maintains the established characterizations of his sentient cats, who still retain their feline natures. With compelling intrigue and fast-paced actions, this is one of the most exciting books in the series--and, happily, there's another volume to come. Sally Estes Copyright American Library Association. All rights reserved Review A good, suspenseful adventure story that urges readers onward. (ALA Booklist ) A fast-paced animal adventure. Recommend this series to fans of animal fantasies such as Redwall or Dark Portal. (VOYA ) With compelling intrigue and fast-paced actions, this is one of the most exciting books in the series. (Booklist ) Fire Alone Can Save Our Clan... ShadowClan now has a dark new leader, but will he be satisfied with his power now - or does his desire for revenge burn even more strongly? Fireheart fears that there is a connection between the rise of Tigerstar and the terrible dreams of danger that haunts his nights. Meanwhile, a mysterious threat has invaded the forest, placing every cat's life in peril. Fireheart's beloved leader has turned her back on their warrior ancestors, and Fireheart can't help but wonder if she's right. Has StarClan abandoned them forever? ---------- **Books in this arc** 1. [Into the Wild][1] 2. [Fire and Ice][2] 3. [Forest of Secrets][3] 4. [Rising Storm][4] 5. A Dangerous Path 6. [The Darkest Hour][6]