Ray Barrett is looking to find himself. Alone in the wilderness, he encounters beings and situations that transcend reality. In his journey, he becomes a participant to various events which have shaped human history. Together with his spirit guide, MacGregor, and the elusive Alexia, Ray must find himself and decide which path he truly wishes to pursue.
A tale that weaves through history and gives readers glimpses of the metaphysical that can induce deep pondering about life and its meaning, MacGregor's Wolf is a fascinating story that grips a reader's attention from beginning to end. Bil Howard's knowledge of history is evident in the detailed scenarios his protagonist finds himself in. He accurately captures the tone of each era, and provides enough details to make each adventure truly realistic. His writing hypnotizes the reader, and successfully induces feelings of melancholy, desperation, and eventually hope. The various twists and turns that the novel takes are all diverse enough to be interesting, yet interconnected in such a way that the reader grows with the protagonist. Interactions between Ray, MacGregor and Alexia are all treated with a mixture of humor and urgency. I never expected to ponder my own actions, and to see history in a new light after finishing this book. A must-read for both casual and discerning readers, MacGregor's Wolf makes for self-examination and philosophical pondering in a fascinating read. Bil Howard has crafted a book of many layers, where every read brings something new and significant to the surface.
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