A review by berlinbibliophile
American Hippo by Sarah Gailey

adventurous funny lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Great book. I love the hippo caper, and the hoppers are great characters. This isn't a long book, but in two novellas and two short stories Gailey paints an incredibly vivid picture of the alternative South, one with hippo rancing and heists. I loved it.