Book Review: Diary of My Days in Kenya

Rachel Yurchisin

Diary of My Days in Kenya

A Naturalist's Observations of a Lioness and Her Adopted Baby Oryx
Diary of My Days in Kenya is a fictional story loosely based upon the real life occurrences of a nomadic lioness who nurtures baby oryx as if they were her own young. During a drought, a naturalist, Susan Polling, and other professionals, are sent on assignment to observe and document this special (relationship) pairing. The book’s spirited protagonist, Polling, offers the reader interesting insights as to why this unique phenomenon has transpired. The story explores how the traditional relationship of predator and prey is transcended, presenting a spellbinding account of how a parental bond, even a non-traditional one, can never be broken.

Paperback  $11.95

ISBN 978-1-935268-89-5

About the author: Rachel Yurchisin

Rachel's love of science and nature has inspired her to write her first children’s book in the hopes of passing on her passion to other young “budding” naturalists. She is currently a sophomore in high school residing in Cleveland, Ohio. She feeds her interest in animals and the natural world by participating in educational programs at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and the Museum of Natural History

My Review: This is a warm and interesting story from a young writer who I think will do big things in the future. The illustrations compliment the text and the package reads like a smooth National Geographic tale. A very good story.