MR. H

Written by Daniel Nesquens
Illustrated by LucianoLozano

Bambú Ed, Spain 2011
Kodansha, Japan, 2013
Eerdmans Books for Young Readers, USA and Canada, 2015

When young Rosana visits the zoo and hears a strange voice speak to her, she is shocked to discover that the voice belongs to a hippopotamus! The hippo, who insists on being called Mister H, politely asks her to release him from his habitat. Once free, Mister H begins to explore the world around him. But how will people react when they see a hippo roaming the streets? And will Mister H be able to find his true home?This funny, one-of-a-kind illustrated novel will keep even the most reluctant readers entertained.