"Robert Clinch loved his boat more that anything else in the world . more than his wife . his kids . his girlfiend . Even more than the largemouth bass he was pursuing." Thus begins a twisted tale of murder in the world of big-stakes bass fishing tournaments. Filled with exwives, evangelists, and an armed pit-bull, this is a story that could only be concocted by Carl Hiaasen, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, New York Times best-selling author, and czar of Florida noir fiction.
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"I don't need to tell you that if you like Hiaasen's other work you'll like this one as well. A nice blend of absurdity, slapstick, danger, sex, and environmentalism. As always. And of course plenty of redneck charlatans and nitwits. What's not to like?" — Dale (4 out of 5 stars)
"I don't need to tell you that if you like Hiaasen's other work you'll like this one as well. A nice blend of absurdity, slapstick, danger, sex, and environmentalism. As always. And of course plenty of redneck charlatans and nitwits. What's not to like?"
“Twists and turns with breathtaking speed…Climb aboard, bubba. Strap yourself in. You gonna like this ride.”
“The cast of bizarre characters and the suspenseful events confirm Hiaasen’s reputation for creating singular villains and heroes. While he’s probably unpopular among some fellow citizens in his home state, he will certainly please readers who appreciate the Swiftian wit in his cautionary tales.”
“You wouldn’t think someone would stoop to murder to win a bass fishing contest, but then few of us have the imagination of Carl Hiaasen. He creates characters and plots guaranteed to snare your interest and jiggle your funny bone. Then all you need is a George Wilson to inhabit these South Florida denizens and make the most of these unlikely situations, and you’re hooked.”
“Humor and suspense in equal doses.”
“The action is swift, and there are some very funny scenes.”
“With its byzantine plot and wonderful, weird denizens, this is one of the most delightfully inventive and entertaining crime novels of the year.”
" If you love Bass fishing - you will love it. If you are not a fisherman - you will love this book too. Carl H. makes such real characters always with the backdrop of protecting our planet from destruction. I always laugh and cry from his stories. "
" Morbidly funny pulpy crime books are Hiaasen's specialty and this one is top-notch. "
" This is probably the funniest book I've ever read. Seriously, the "pet dog"?! I mean, how could one not pee their pants laughing? "
" I heart Skink <3 "
" I really enjoy Hiaasen's books. They are impossible, funny, smart and just a great read! His characters are real CHARACTERS with pride, sense of morals, and yet ordinary folks. "
" Probably my favorite Carl Hiaasen book to date (I haven't read them all). I thought it was funny but in a sick twisted kind of way. "
" very amusing "
" He is too funny!! Love this author nd his improbable cast of characters!! "
" Solid book. A little slow but a good ending. "
" Nancy 0 stars; Ron 3 stars "
" Hiaasen is my favorite author, and I would recommend any of his books. This one was not as funny as the others, but still a good read. "
" Funny from start to finish. Carl Hiaasen brings Florida to life! "
" Funny story about fishing and huge tournaments. Really funny zany characters "
" Really fun easy read - kept me entertained - a very witty main character! "
" I think this may have been the very first Hiaasen book I read. Kept me going back for more. "
" Funny - but not his best book I've read. I think it is a pretty early one. A photographer/PI is hired to look into a series of deaths around professional Bass fishing in Florida (of course). Enjoyable - but not the best Hiaasen. "
" much better than the first "
" Love all of his stuff. "
" Now I can say I've read a novel about bass fishing; didn't think I would ever say that. It was actually pretty good too. "
" Cheating on the pro-bass fishing circuit. Ever my non-reader brother adored this one "
" Funny and entertaining story and characters. Quick and easy reading. "
" Good book to read after heart attack. Easy reading , nice crime caper "
" My favorite Carl Hiassen book of all time. Laugh outloud funny! "
" Same as the rest.....great for a quick read and a good chuckle. The unltimate vacation book...for me, at least. "
" Great to read! Characters and plot are really well-developed and entertaining. Florida was never made so real. I will read more by this author. "
" This was still as witty and funny as the last one I read of Hiaasen's but just not as good. "
" Love these books for summer vacation reading! Soo great! Intriguing, funny, sexy. They have it all! "
" This book made me laugh out loud - he's sharp and observant and a very smart writer! "
" dude remains a hoot to read >>>>>>>>>>> "
" Now I know how the Governor lost his eye. Fascinating characters, great story, and the satisfying Hiaasen classic ending where the louses get what they deserve. "
" I always enjoy these yarns pitting hapless good guys against corrupt officials and developers. I enjoyed this, but it was not as good as Skinny Dip or Nature Girl. "
" another great book (for leisure reading)...Carl is very funny. "
" I really enjoyed the vivid characters in this book. "
" Lent to me by my FL neighbor "
" by far the funniest of several I've read by Hiaasen...actually learned a bit about bass-fishin' to boot. "
" I love Hiaasen's brand of humour. A fun, quick read. "
Carl Hiaasen is a successful journalist and novelist. He is a writer and investigative reporter for the Miami Herald, and his work has appeared in Time, Life, Esquire, Playboy, Gourmet, and Sports Illustrated. His earliest novels—Powder Burn, Trap Line, and A Death In China—were cowritten with fellow journalist Bill Montalbano. Since then, he has written books in a variety of genres. His novel Strip Tease was made into a movie in 1996, and his young adult novel Hoot, a Newbery honoree, was made into a movie in May 2006. A number of Hiassen’s works have appeared on the New York Times bestseller list, including Star Island, Chomp, Sick Puppy, and Scat. In addition to being a writer, Hiassen is also a public speaker. He lives in Florida with his family.
George K. Wilson is a working actor in stage, film, television, and commercials with almost one hundred audiobook narrations to his credit. He began in broadcast journalism with American Forces Radio and Television and is a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. He had a lead role in the cult film classic Attack of the Killer Tomatoes and appeared on television’s One Life to Live, Ryan’s Hope, and The Doctors and has been heard on voice-overs for The Guiding Light and The Cosby Show, as well as many television and radio commercials.
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