River of Teeth

This brief story captures one of the aspects I like best in science fiction: the ability to consider the question of "what if." Apparently, in American history there was a real attempt to transplant hippos into the Louisiana Bayou. While this plan did not come to fruition, it is intriguing to consider what that reality might have look like. Beyond the basic setting, this book has colorful and unique characters and an energetic plot arc. It's a pretty fun Hippo ride!