Review of We Bought a Zoo (2011) by Sheldon J — 04 Oct 2012

Great story of healing and family. Hard at times, but worth the journey.

This review of We Bought a Zoo (2011) was written by Sheldon J on 04 Oct 2012.

We Bought a Zoo has generally received positive reviews.

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