For the animal lover and amateur naturalist, Gerald Durrell never disappoints. The Aye-Aye and I: A Rescue Mission in Madagascar, recounting Durrell’s trip to Madagascar to find the “beast with the magical finger,” is just as captivating as any of his others. Not only is it brimming with information about the rare and unusual creatures that Durrell devoted his life to conserving, but it also includes fascinating sketches of the people and places he encounters along the way. Those who have read Golden Bats and Pink Pigeons will appreciate the chapter describing his brief return visit to Mauritius, Round Island, and Ile la Reunion, which describes the progress made in conservation and reforestation efforts since his original visit.