Wesley the Owl

The Remarkable Love Story of an Owl and His Girl

De: Stacey O'Brien

Narrado por: Renée Raudman

Written with the same heartwarming sentiment that made the memoir Marley & Me a runaway best seller, biologist and owl expert Stacey O'Brien chronicles her rescue of an adorable, abandoned baby barn owl - and their astonishing and unprecedented 19-year life together.©2008 Stacey O'Brien (P)2008 Tantor

I’m a sucker, I guess....

I absolutely disappeared into this book; I mean TOTALLY ceased to pay attention to everything else going on around me! A sizeable amount of the story, I heard through my earbuds, mostly during physical therapy sessions. Another big chunk, my two teenaged grandchildren heard in my car as I trundled them from orthodontist to library to meeting their Dad to transfer custody. Since I live some thirty country miles from town, those jaunts involved lots of quiet time. I was amazed when they came out of their tablets and listened to the book instead!
The narrator was absolutely perfect, capturing the emotion as well as the excitement and scientific basis for various events and observations.
I love animal stories, not tearjerkers, but those that involve learning and building bridges between species.... this will be, and should be, a classic. It is perfect for almost anyone that can sit still long enough to listen to the individual events and sections. For the younger audience, that will break il into just about perfect lengths for restless kiddos.
LOVED THIS BOOK!! Multiply the stars, because three of us loved it!

I loved the story of Wesley the Owl

I never write reviews, but generally read a few if i don't know the author. I loved this book! I have birds and could totally relate to the authors view of Wesley. I started listening to it yesterday afternoon and couldn't stop. If you don't love birds it might not be for you, but if u love animals and connect with them,this book is charming and insighful. I would recommend this book to people that love animals or have school aged children. it is a wonderful story.

Wonderful read!

I feel so fortunate that Stacy O'Brien shared her story of Wesley the Owl. I smiled, I laughed and cried a little bit in this heart warming tale of love. Love is all we really need to thrive. Excellent read.

Eye Opening!

This was a charming little story. You really can understand the life and psychology of an owl.

However, this story made me sad. The woman in the story had a very unhealthy relationship with this little creature. Because of it, I don't think she could ever have a normal life. She is a very kind woman, but I felt sorry for her. She lost herself.

Beautiful

This book was educational but at the same time it was so endearing - I just want to get an owl box for our backyard now!

Amazing!!!

Oh my! How I loved this book!

Great story filled with emotion. The writing is wonderful!

The narration is fantastic. Emotions are felt in the words. I felt like I was having a conversation with her; her voice was natural and full of life.

I am so glad I bought the audio version of this book! I thoroughly enjoyed it!

Soul Touching

This story has so many wonderful attributes. Life lessons, insight into birds of prey and owl behavior, it depicts great evidence of what commitment really looks like. Friendship, relationships and sacrifice are integrated through the story.

Very good listen!

This books reader has a nice voice to listen to. The book is a nice read that takes you into the life of raising an owl and the relationship that was formed in the heartfelt story. Would recommend for any owl/animal lover.

I LOVE this book!

I learned so much reading this story- it's sincere, informative and heartfelt. The author is a highly educated woman who adopted an abandoned owlet before his eyes were even open. She structured her life around keeping him safe and cared for. It is a remarkable tale that will stay with you for a long time.

Wesley the Owl like no other book

Wesley the Owl held a treasure trove of animal information and heart. Stacey O'Brien painted word pictures that made you fall in love with Wesley. I highly recommend it!