Stepping Stones: A Refugee Family's Journey

Title: Stepping Stones: A Refugee Family's Journey

Author: Margriet Ruurs [Website][Twitter][Facebook]; Artwork by Nizar Ali Badr [Syrian Creative Havens]

Publisher: ORCA

ISBN: 9781459814905

Length: unnumbered

Obtained: Library copy

Why this book?:

I was continually seeing information on this book from the publisher (mostly in emails, also at #alaac17).  Anyway, I finally managed to request it.

Comments:

Told in English and Arabic, as well as by the use of stone art, the story of Rama and her family as they leave their homes, become refugees, and their journey to safety and happiness is touching.  Also touching (and interesting) is the introduction's detailing how the book came about.

Take Shelter: At Home Around the World

Title: Take Shelter: At Home Around the World

Author: Nikki Tate & Dani Tate-Stratton

Publisher: Orca Footprints

ISBN: 9781459807426

Length: 46 pages

Obtained: Library copy

Why this book?:

Lately I've found myself more interested in themes of conservation and impact.  I'm planning on working through the bulk of the footprints series/line.

Comments:

I almost gave up at the beginning, because this book seems less about action that can be taken within the life of the reader (or at least this reader).  But I stuck with it and was pleased.  The information about the various housing settings and materials used was interesting and informative.  I did find the "My Place" potions confusing, though.

Tailing a Tabby

Title: Tailing a Tabby

Author: Laurie Cass [Website][Facebook]

Publisher: Obsidian

Series: Bookmobile Cat Mystery, Bk 2

ISBN: 9780451415479

Length: 340 pages

Obtained: Library copy (and library ebook copy)

Why this book?:

Wanted to follow up on the series.  Remembered very much enjoying the first book, Lending a Paw.

Comments:

Minnie is driving the bookmobile when she comes across a man in desperate need of emergency care.  She drives him (and his wife) to the ER just in time.  It turns out he is a well known and very talented artist.  But when he is accused of  murder while still recovering in rehab, she (and Eddie) must figure out who the real killer is.  Meanwhile, she is juggling her library and bookmobile responsibilities.