We Bought a Zoo

A Book Review
Book Review: We Bought a Zoo | Jest Kept Secret

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I think the timing of this book review is pretty appropriate considering today is a double post day, and the other post is the beginning of this month’s Battle of the Zoos series. Be sure to check that out while you’re here! Title: We Bought a Zoo Author: Benjamin Mee Genre: Memoir Content Warning: Scattered strong language

Blurb

In the tradition of “Marley & Me” comes an unforgettable memoir about the mysteries of the animal kingdom, the power of family, and the triumph of hope over tragedy in this chronicle of the Mee family’s purchase of the Dartmoor Wildlife Park, a dilapidated zoo in the English countryside.

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My Thoughts

I LOVED this book! It was fascinating to learn about the day-to-day operations of a zoo and the world of zookeeping. The writing was tight, the voice was well-developed, and the humor was so British. I fell in love with all of the characters (human and animal) and it made me miss England so badly. I could do with a few less F-words, though. No need for any of that. Score: 4 out of 5 stars (4 / 5) Add to Goodreads buy from amazon Buy This Book from Book Depository, Free Delivery World Wide [clear]
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Jess is a Canadian-American who’s always ready for the next adventure. She loves all things living, always has a million creative projects in progress, and polishes her nerd badge daily. She is passionate about strengthening families by empowering women to make space for things that bring them true and lasting joy. You can read more posts by Jess here.

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  1. I liked the movie, but haven’t read the book yet. Usually, I think the book is better than the movie. Have you seen the movie, Jess?

    1. Yes, it’s one of my favorites. It’s quite good. Some of the details crossed over from the book to screen, but not many. I think it stays true to the heart of the story, though.

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