The Puma Years is the story of Laura Coleman, a young woman who leaves her unfulfilling life in England to travel in Bolivia. There she volunteers at a wildlife sanctuary in the jungle, where she is assigned to take care of Wayra, a rescued puma. Despite the uncomfortable, primitive conditions and the constant fear, Laura discovers this jungle home may also rescue her.

Coleman's vivid writing brings the jungle experience to life with thrilling intensity and emotion. The book also doesn't shy away from the effects of climate change, deforestation, and wild animal poaching and illegal pet trade. It was wonderful to escape with Laura and Wayra to their magical place, and I was left wanting to rescue all of the people and animals at the sanctuary, and the Amazon itself.