Fans of the ongoing Warriors series will enjoy this first volume in the Omen of the Stars subset. Cats Jayfeather and Lionblaze are grieving for Hollyleaf and are uncertain of the identity of the third cat with the "power of the stars." All of the clans are suffering from the heat and drought. When Lionblaze discovers his apprentice Dovepaw can "see" events happening far-off, he organizes a patrol to investigate a vision about the river. Dovepaw is a reluctant heroine, furious about her powers and new responsibilities. The perilous journey creates powerful bonds between the clans, but ancient grievances portend new battles.

Hunter's feral cats are in fine form at the start of their fourth series. Brothers Jayfeather and Lionblaze, heroes of the last books, are joined by young kitty Dovepaw as they face a new threat to the four Clans. New information about future threats will keep readers' interest, as will the cats' dramatic adventures and many fight scenes.