Ann Littlewood was a zoo keeper in Portland, Oregon for twelve years. She raised lions and cougars, an orangutan; and native mammals, as well as parrots, penguins, and a multitude of owls. The financial realities of raising primates (two boys of her own) led Ann to exchange a hose and rubber boots for a briefcase and pantsuit in the healthcare industry. Ann has maintained her membership in the American Association of Zookeepers and has kept in touch with the zoo world by visiting zoos and through friendships with zoo staffers.
"""Former zookeeper Littlewood, who certainly knows her animals, adds an informative picture of life behind the scenes at the zoo to Iris and Denny's third case."" * <B><I>Kirkus Reviews</I></B> * ""Readers will enjoy this fast-moving story that deals with timely environmental issues."" -- Barbara Bibel * <B><I>Booklist</I></B> * ""This book contains fascinating details about drugs and smuggling exotic birds and reptiles in the United States. Little do we know about the smuggling of such creatures, often right in our own back yard....Entertaining, exciting and informative, I found Endangered to be a winner all the way around and give it a thumbs up for mystery readers everywhere."" * <B><I>Buried Under Books</I></B> *"