Wolfsong

Ox’s journey from isolation to leadership is framed through the language of “pack.” What does belonging mean in this novel, and how does Klune suggest it’s a choice rather than inheritance? How does that idea challenge traditional notions of family?

Throughout the novel, Ox struggles with his father’s definition of what it means to “be a man.” How does Klune use Ox, Thomas, Joe, and Gordo to redefine masculinity? Choose three characteristics to compare and contrast.

Ox and Joe’s relationship evolves from devoted friendship to romantic partnership. In what ways does their love function a form of survival? How is Klune resisting common “tragic queer love” tropes? Use examples from the text in your response?