
The Faeran clan believes all day-folks are out to destroy their world and their human nature is irredeemable. “It’s true that we humans can do terrible damage, but we can do good as well.” Nathaniel

In the quotation, Willa contemplates the lack of connection to the natural world that their leader exhibits. The narrative also highlights the forced assimilation of the Cherokee tribes, which corrupted their cultural identity. She is the first to notice that the clan has abandoned their old way of life and adopted the settlers’ culture. Willa discovers that the leader has other hidden agendas that threaten the cultural heritage of the Faeran people. The padaran has fostered the cultural erosion that is taking place around them without their knowledge. Willa is the hope of the Faeran people although none of them is aware of this fact. Did that make him a supreme being? Or a lesser one?” Narrator “He had learned the language of the day-folk, but he had forgotten the language of the wolves. The narrative affirms the importance of taking responsibility and doing the right thing even when you lack support.

In this instance, Willa is helpless and unhappy but her inner voice encourages her to believe in herself.

What lies beyond is a world full of day-folks who she has been taught from a young age are bad individuals. After learning some truths about the padaran rule, Willa is banished from the community and the only life she has ever known. But she finally felt as if she could go on.” NarratorĬhallenging the system and being on your own in the process is a brave move for anyone let alone a young teenager. “Standing there in the forest on her own, she didn’t feel strong. We are thankful for their contributions and encourage you to make your own. These notes were contributed by members of the GradeSaver community.
