Ape House

Ape House
by Sara Gruen

Isabel Duncan is a scientist who studies the linguistics of bonobos. Isabel not only studies the animals but considers them her only family. After an explosion at the Great Ape Language Lab, the bonobos are "liberated" and become the stars of a reality show called Ape House. John Thigpen is a reporter who becomes consumed with trying to help Isabel figure out who caused the explosion and is exploiting the bonobos. This story is entertaining and is also appealing to animal lovers who can relate to Isabel's affections for the bonobos. [If you enjoy this, you may also wish to try Water for Elephants, Riding Lessons and Flying Changes, all by Gruen.] -- recommended by Alyse S. - Bennett Martin Public Library

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