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schnoebs13's review against another edition
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
I think this book does a great job of providing a full analysis of an issue from both sides. I feel like the author allowed us to see the pros and cons of tree conservation while also discussing the complexities of impacts on logging communities. Though I feel like I learned a lot, the author’s writing style didn’t pull me into the discussion as much as other true crime investigation books have done in the past. I will say, the second half of this was a lot stronger on the intrigue of wanting to know more about this issue and exploring the latest developments in addressing poaching in the court systems. Overall, I’m really happy I read this and I definitely learned a lot.
alexdelnorte's review against another edition
2.0
this read about trees really needed to get into the weeds. it’s a good book on a topic that deserves a great book. writing far too surface-level and localized to specific legal cases. missed opportunity for a definitive piece on tree thievery and illicit lumber trade.
westminstergirlreads's review against another edition
informative
reflective
slow-paced
2.0
It was interesting, but could have been shorter.It got to be repetative.
kbyanyname's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
informative
reflective
sad
fast-paced
5.0