BLUEBIRD SEASONS Witnessing Climate Change in My Piece of the Wild

Narrator Carolyn Jania's gentle voice is a good match for this audiobook, especially the author's use of metaphor and simile. Bluebirds serve as the principal metaphor in her examination of climate change. Young, a nature writer, chronicles the changing lives of various inhabitants of her property in the Colorado Rockies. While the bluebird species get the most attention, bears, elk, and other creatures are examined in a series of sketches that span decades, showing how climate change has affected each species. Young writes in a lyrical yet accessible style that translates well to audio. Jania clearly captures the author's concern and compassion for the environment. R.C.G. © AudioFile 2023, Portland, Maine [Published: AUGUST 2023]