Bravelands #1: Broken Pride

Heed the call of the wild with this brand-new, action-packed animal fantasy series from the #1 nationally bestselling author of Warriors. Enter the Bravelands…and discover the Erin Hunter series you’ve been waiting for.

A lion cast out from his pride.

An elephant who can read the bones of the dead.

A baboon rebelling against his destiny.

For generations, the animals of the African plains have followed a single rule: only kill to survive. But when an unthinkable act of betrayal shatters the peace, the fragile balance between predators and prey will rest in the paws of three unlikely heroes.

Set in an epic new world and told from three different animals’ points of view, Bravelands will thrill readers who love Spirit Animals and Wings of Fire, as well as the legion of dedicated fans who’ve made Erin Hunter a bestselling phenomenon.

Three destinies. One broken land. Can a lion, an elephant, and a baboon unite to save it?

• Epic World-Building: Discover the laws of the Bravelands, a world ruled by a strict Code where a wise matriarch guides all creatures—except the proud lions.
• Unlikely Heroes: Follow Fearless, a lion cub exiled after a brutal betrayal; Sky, an elephant calf who sees visions in the bones of the dead; and Thorn, a baboon determined to forge his own path.
• Found Family: An outcast lion, a gifted elephant, and a rebellious baboon must overcome their differences and learn to trust one another to restore balance to their home.
• Middle Grade Adventure: Perfect for readers ages 8-12 and fans of series like Warriors, Spirit Animals, and Wings of Fire, this action-packed animal fantasy is a journey you won’t forget.

For generations, the African plains have been ruled by a strict code: only kill to survive. But treachery lurks in the unlikeliest of places, and some animals will stop at nothing in their thirst for power. When an unthinkable act of betrayal threatens to shatter the longstanding peace, three young animals—a lion, an elephant, and a baboon—are thrust together in an epic battle for survival. The fragile balance between hunters, scavengers, predators, and prey now rests in the paws of these unlikely heroes, each with something to gain—and everything to lose.

“Deep characters, a complex plot, rich mythology, and a stunning setting. Wild and wonderful.” - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)