WILD THINGS Leopard Trail

When Tom's family moves to Africa, he has mixed emotions until he spots the regal leopard outside his house. He quickly joins his new African friends as they try to save the animal from being shot. The narrator skillfully portrays an array of accents and emotions as he takes us on Tom's journey of discovery. The suspense is gripping, and Taylor paces his voice and delivery to full effect. Both author and narrator present the cultural differences realistically and sym-pathetically. Listeners of all ages can't help but be caught up in the thrilling story. S.G.B. © AudioFile 2000, Portland, Maine [Published: OCT/NOV 00]