The sequel to "Tooth and Claw". There is a vicious drought, and dogs and cats are united in their misery. As a brave band of dogs head off into the wasteland to look for food, back home an evil enemy is left to take control - Shrinkle the fox. The starving animals are easily deceived by her lies.
I had expected – in all honesty I am not sure what – to be met by fighting-men at least, a single standing guard for certain; or else, the scurry of servants, members of the house taking to flight, raising the alarm. There was none of it. The lower chamber was deserted. I see it now. The business...