About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their teenager is starting to ask complex questions about global ethics, the cost of war, or the thin line between human and animal nature. This gripping survival story follows Sophie, a biracial American teen, as she attempts to save a young bonobo named Otto during a violent coup in the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is an intense exploration of resilience, the weight of responsibility, and the messy reality of conservation in a war zone. While the setting is harrowing, the story provides a profound look at empathy in action, making it a powerful choice for mature readers who are ready to engage with the world's complexities through a lens of courage and compassion.
