Jaguar by Roland Smith
This well-written book would make an excellent read for 'tweens and teens (ages 10-15) in search for adventure. The plot is very well crafted, the characters likable and memorable, and the pace flows evenly throughout the entire book.
This fiction book covers a broad range of topics from ecological preservation of wildlife and the value of biodiversity to the greed and impact of man on natural resources in the Amazon rain forest. Surprisingly, it also touched on several social issues such as the social inequalities of native South American Indians (as well as the history of native North American Indians). What makes this book even more interesting is the author's background in biology; he knows what he is talking about and it shows. If you're looking for a good book to read for your 'tween or teen from your local library, consider this title.
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