Here's why:
* Miyax's initial fear: She is terrified of the wild and the wolves, seeing them as dangerous creatures. This fear stems from her upbringing and her lack of connection with nature.
* Her reliance on the pack: Initially, Miyax sees the pack as her saviors and relies on them for survival. This dependency hinders her own growth and ability to become self-sufficient.
* Her struggle to understand the wolves: Miyax's initial fear and distrust of the wolves prevent her from fully understanding their behavior and their role in the ecosystem.
* Overcoming her fear: As she spends more time with the wolves, Miyax gradually overcomes her fear and begins to understand their complex social structure and their connection to the land.
While the book does feature other wolves like the leader, the old male wolf, and a rival pack, they are not the main antagonists. Miyax's greatest battle is against her own internal struggles, and it's through overcoming her fear and embracing the wild that she ultimately finds her true self and her place in the world.