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I was a little hesitant to read this book. I work at a wildlife rehabilitation center and I've seen some awful things that people have done wild animals that they tried to take care of. I've also worried that this book might give people the go-ahead to try and raise owls themselves. While the author does mention Author's Note that it is illegal to take care of any bird (or wild animal), that point seems to be lost in the rest of the book. On the other hand, I think some people may see the intensity and dedication it takes in raising an owl and that might deter some. The writing itself is lacking, skipping from random topic to random anecdote and then back to Wesley. There were some nit-picky things that I didn't exactly agree with, such as owls not liking water. I've witnessed several species, Barn Owls included, that took baths and drank.
There were many times I could absolutely relate to Stacey. I've had many sleepless nights because I had to feed baby owls all night long. I've noticed that all of the birds that enter rehab have individual personalities, some more prominent than others. I've had and education bird "mate" with my gloved hand. That is saddest of all, because they should be out in the wild with their mate, but can't because of debilitating injuries that prevent them from survival in the wild.
Overall I think the general public can really understand how difficult raising any wild creature is and have a new respect for wildlife because of how difficult survival for self and for offspring. The description of the Barn Owl nest above the shop and how exhausting it is for the male to support the family says it all.
If there was an option, I'd probably give it a 3.5.