War Bunny

Synopsis: Set in a future where humanity is no more and animals reign supreme, a curious young rabbit begins to question the age-old notion of rabbits being mere prey. Her bold inquiries to the warren's elders lead to her banishment.

Left to fend for herself in the vast wilderness, she seeks alliance with other outcasts. As they face relentless challenges, they engage in a fierce fight not just for survival but also for a chance at liberation.

“War Bunny” deftly weaves a tale of adventure and modern allegory, emphasizing the themes of friendship, valor, self-advocacy, and the transformative journey of coming of age.

My thoughts: I found myself engrossed in the book, even though I was initially skeptical. The gradual revelation about the human race's downfall intrigued me, though I wish there had been earlier hints to this mystery. It felt as if I were experiencing the world alongside the reading rabbits, piecing together history from remnants of human documents and inherited rabbit lore. The narrative skillfully interweaves themes of warfare and betrayal with religious undertones. The rabbit society's faith bears a resemblance to human Christianity, but it's not without its own corruptions. Our protagonist, Anastasia, holds a profound belief in a peaceful coexistence between predators like coyotes and prey like rabbits.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was surprisingly entertaining and I grew fond of the characters. Not only did this have a good plot line, it also had great world building. Very enjoyable.

I won a copy of this book in a goodreads giveaway. Thank you to the publisher and the author!