Genre: Historical Fiction
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I think when I first heard about this book last year when someone suggested it for book club, it just called to me somehow. Even without knowing a whole lot about it. I just FELT something. And so, since it wasn't voted in for book club, I kept it on my radar, got a hold of my own copy, and suggested it as a readalong this year.
I only had a handful of people join me, but I think we all agreed that the book is awesome. And for me anyway, a sold five star read without a doubt.
I loved the setting... during the terrible dust bowl and the depression. World War II is about to start. People are worried about so many things, but then this story about driving giraffes across the country to get them to the San Diego Zoo captures everyone's attention and brightens their lives.
I loved the characters... our boy Woody Nickel, who ends up as the driver of the truck these giraffes are on. The dude that is taking care of the giraffes. The girl who is following them trying to get pictures for Life Magazine. And the amazing giraffes themselves. They all blend to make such a unique found family. And as we learn their backstories, they all become even more real and more endearing.
I loved the writing... Woody has a voice that is so easy to read/love/become attached to. Our author captures him so well! I can tell she did a ton of research to make this story come to life and now I want to make this road trip myself and see all the things!
It's such a heart-warming and at times heart-breaking story. So, yes all the feels. And I loved it. So much. Please add it to your TBRs if you haven't already read it!
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