"I'm pleased to see a book that sparks kids' interest to get out of the house, away from the screens, and out into the wild places that are so incredible and so fragile...The wildlife law enforcement aspects of the book are right on the mark. Most wildlife crimes are not witnessed by anyone other than other wildlife, who cannot tell their story... Jessie has the makings of a good future game warden."
---Wendy Kamm, Game Warden, Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks
"...it's authentic, capturing the edge-of-the-wilderness frontier life that comes down from the 19th century to today: wild lands, rugged adventure right out the front door, news traveling swiftly by word of mouth, never knowing what character is going to walk into camp, open-hearted hospitality...it's a heckuva good mystery tale which had me sitting on the edge of my log."
---Chris Brown, Director, Wilderness and Wild and Scenic Rivers, USDA Forest Service
"Beth Hodder’s Stealing the Wild (Grzzly Ridge Publishing) has all the ingredients of a good coming-of-age story–excitement, outdoor adventure, and a worthwhile lesson in the devastating act of poaching.
Hodder’s real-life wilderness experience with the U.S. Forest Service for more than 25 years gives the story authenticity. She presents believable characters in this environment, while imparting the message that our wilderness is fragile. Further, Hodder handles the world-wide problem of poaching with finesse and without preaching, emphasizing the importance of putting a stop to this illegal trend.
Stealing the Wild is an exciting read, a story that both kids and adults will appreciate."
---Mary Trimble, 2010 Spur Award Finalist
"A highly recommended read."
---Children's Bookwatch, Midwest Book Review
"The authentic word pictures of the rugged land will capture wildlife enthusiasts as the three kids pursue one adventure after another."
---JoAn Martin, The Baytown (Texas) Sun
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