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Zoo keeper Iris Oakley tries and fails to rescue her boss from an elephant attack. But is Damrey, the elephant, really a rogue and a killer? Iris uncovers a surprising number of humans with motives to kill Wallace, but Damrey doesn’t seem to have one.

Did Not Survive explores dark secrets, murderous and not, intertwined with issues around managing elephants in today's world. Zoos, sanctuaries, and wildlife parks all have tough problems managing elephants. And elephants have mixed experiences with humanity. Did Not Survive, written by a former zoo keeper, touches on the quandaries faced by those who admire and respect these fabulous beasts. Check out Cool Links for more on elephants.

Sample the first chapter of Did Not Survive, the second zoo mystery by Ann Littlewood, from Poisoned Pen Press.

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