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Randy Wayne White is a journalist, veteran fishing guide, and author of several nonfiction collections. He also creates superb, best-selling suspense fiction. His novels have received the highest praise from Library Journal and Booklist, and from authors like Carl Hiassen, who says, "Randy Wayne White takes us places that no other Florida mystery writer could hope to find." Marine biologist Doc Ford is spending two easy weeks on luxurious Guava Key compiling data. But when two young women at the resort are attacked, Doc comes to their rescue. In an instant, he is pulled into an international plan of revenge that becomes more deadly with each passing hour. Now, Doc isn't counting fish--he's adding up his chances for survival. Shark River's eye-popping chases, eccentric characters, and taut suspense are all seasoned with a rich, dark humor that heightens the irony of Doc's predicament. From its astonishing first sentence to the final punchline, this book is sure to grab every listener in its powerful grip.
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"This was a re-read...and well worth spending the time with it. Doc and Tomlinson while deeply involved with the present time and events, delve into their past histories. It is complex and fascinating coupled with some great action scenes."
— Joyce (4 out of 5 stars)
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“One of the nation’s most accomplished wordsmiths at the top of his game.”
— Tampa Tribune -
“Maintains an edgy sense of adventure…White’s strong sense of place and people keep us wanting to return to Florida’s west coast.”
— Albany Times Union -
“The story doesn’t move in a single forward direction. Rather it is woven knot by knot, the work of a master net maker. Tense action scenes, skillful character development and an unerring eye for local flora and fauna make White a match for any Florida storyteller.”
— Publishers Weekly -
“A nicely written thriller with clever, convincing dialogue…Narrator McLarty serviceably pulls out the tough-guy persona he uses so often on tape, giving us a clear, clean rendition.”
— AudioFile -
“Comes together in a rousing finale…in a tropical island version of the OK Corral. Ford remains the most consistently entertaining of the latter-day Travis McGees, as White continues to mix action and introspection in just the right proportions.”
— Booklist
Shark River Listener Reviews
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" Great story with interesting characters that you grow to love. Quick and easy read. "
— Mike, 2/11/2014 -
" I love it when White gets it right with his Doc Ford novels and he definitely does with this one. Many of Doc's secrest are finally exposed and great ction to boot. "
— Dan, 2/3/2014 -
" Chris and I are reading some Florida authors these days, and like White for his surprise factor, and his sense of humor. He has a very funny side kick in his Doc Ford mystrey series. And we love the sense of place in his books. "
— Carol, 1/27/2014 -
" In this thriller, Doc Ford is a marine biologist with a black past. He was an off the books, outside the law, super duper trained government killer charged with keeping America safe by any means necessary. Get it pilgrim? The writing is good, and the characters pretty well developed,especially his Bahamian half cousine Ransome, and his pal Thomlinson. However, the pace of the book is too slow with way too much internal narrative, too much psychology, and too much description of his temporary girl friends private parts. Like a lot of these tough guy books, this is really a kind of romance novel for men who may want to identify with a super tough super stud. "
— Jrobertus, 1/18/2014 -
" Doc Ford continues to be one of my favorite characters. Particularly like stories that bring in his covert past and that explore Doc's internal conflicts. Tomlinson is a delight as always. Please keep writing Randy! "
— Phair, 1/14/2014 -
" Am enjoying this new (to me) series - Doc Ford is a marine biologist in FL with a secret, special forces type of past. He has the requisite quirky side-kick. Good fun for light reading. "
— Joanne, 12/20/2013 -
" A good quick read. Unrealistic at times but entertaining none the less. "
— Jim, 12/9/2013 -
" Great characters. First I've read in this series, but it won't be the last. "
— Linda, 10/26/2013 -
" Shark River by Randy Wayne White (G.P.Putnam's Sons)(fiction - mystery) is another one of the good Doc Ford mysteries. My rating: 6/10, finished 8/10/12. "
— Dave, 9/16/2013 -
" I loved Doc - I'm going to read more of these books. 'H-anging out' with Doc and Thomlinson is like being with old friends! Thanks John for the recommendation. "
— Barbara, 8/26/2013 -
" Doc Ford novel: Doc's mysterious past as a government agent is revealed after he thwarts a kidnapping. "
— Tara, 8/24/2013 -
" Another great book in the Doc Ford series. I learned even more interesting facts about Florida. "
— Gail, 8/10/2013 -
" I didn't care for this tale but looking forward to reading more of White's novels. "
— E, 6/6/2013 -
" eh. somewhat disappointing. "
— Peggy, 5/22/2013 -
" I like the characters and setting in all of Randy's books. I hate that I lost all of my autographed copies during Hurricane Katrina. "
— Frank, 3/7/2013 -
" Having recently become a Randy White fan, I'm working my way thru his published titles. They are all fun to read. A Florida Jack Reacher with a sidekick. "
— Bobby, 11/4/2012 -
" READING WAS A JOY. "
— Warren, 9/28/2012 -
" the plot never really delivered. bummer "
— Colin, 7/16/2012 -
" This one was handed to me from someone else, figuring I would like it. And I did. I would like to say here that I didn't have Harrington figured out. Good read. "
— Donald, 6/20/2012 -
" I liked the book - fun, fast read. It builds on the relationship between Tomlinson and Ford and brings into the family, Ransom, Ford's cousin. That's a new complication, but I'm going to enjoy reading what comes next! 3 stars. "
— Melanie, 5/30/2012 -
" Nancy 5 stars; Ron x stars; Read on Overdrive from MN Library "
— Ron, 4/7/2012 -
" Nancy 5 stars; Ron 4 stars library book "
— Nancy, 12/1/2011 -
" surprise....yet another great adventure with Doc Ford and friends. Enter Randsom, a sister he never knew he had....ok, ok, a cousin..............whatever...what a cool character.... "
— Joe, 9/20/2011 -
" I love these Doc Ford mysteries! "
— Shawn, 4/18/2011 -
" Great series. Like Travis McGee only with more fishing and Burn Notice style spy tips. I'll be reading more of these. "
— Bob, 12/7/2010 -
" Slow paced. I was surprised when I realized I was 80% done. Assumed I was closer to 30% based on the pace. Nice background of some of the characters and addition of one that will defiantly appear again. "
— Stevebri, 9/12/2010 -
" Chris and I are reading some Florida authors these days, and like White for his surprise factor, and his sense of humor. He has a very funny side kick in his Doc Ford mystrey series. And we love the sense of place in his books. "
— Carol, 8/5/2010 -
" Doc Ford novel: Doc's mysterious past as a government agent is revealed after he thwarts a kidnapping. "
— Tara, 1/22/2010 -
" I loved Doc - I'm going to read more of these books. 'H-anging out' with Doc and Thomlinson is like being with old friends! Thanks John for the recommendation. "
— Barbara, 10/8/2009 -
" Am enjoying this new (to me) series - Doc Ford is a marine biologist in FL with a secret, special forces type of past. He has the requisite quirky side-kick. Good fun for light reading. "
— Joanne, 9/24/2009 -
" Interesting for the exploration of the relationships Doc Ford has with Tomlinson and his long lost "sister" and a glimpse or two in his past. Loved the ending, enjoyed on audio. "
— Ann, 4/25/2009 -
" Great story with interesting characters that you grow to love. Quick and easy read. "
— Mike, 1/23/2009 -
" I love these Doc Ford mysteries! "
— Shawn, 7/24/2008 -
" This one was handed to me from someone else, figuring I would like it. And I did. I would like to say here that I didn't have Harrington figured out. Good read. <br/> "
— Donald, 12/25/2007
About Randy Wayne White
Randy Wayne White has written twenty-five books in the Doc Ford series and several novels in the Hannah Smith series as well as nonfiction. Several of the Doc Ford novels have been New York Times bestsellers. Four collections of his columns for Outside magazine have been published elsewhere. In 2002, a one-hour documentary film called The Gift of the Game, about his trip to Cuba to find the remnants of the Little League teams founded by Ernest Hemingway in the days before Castro, won the “Best of the Fest” award from the 2002 Woods Hole Film Festival and then was broadcast by PBS in 2003. A veteran fishing guide who at one time had his own local PBS show, he lives in an old house on an Indian mound in Pineland, Florida.
About Ron McLarty
Ron McLarty is a veteran actor of television, film, and stage as well as an award-winning audiobook narrator. He has more than 100 television appearances to his credit, including as a series regular on Spencer for Hire and Law & Order. His film career began in 1977 with a performance in The Sentinel and continued with such films as The Postman, Flamingo Kid, and, most recently, How Do You Know? His stage credits include Broadway and other productions. He has narrated more than 100 audiobooks, earning nine Earphones Awards and recognition by AudioFile magazine as a Best Voice in Mystery & Suspense in 2009 and 2010. He has twice been a finalist for the prestigious Audie Awards and then won the award in 2001 for Best Mystery Narration. He is also an accomplished playwright and an acclaimed novelist.