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The town psychiatrist has decided to switch everybody in Pine Cove, California, from their normal antidepressants to placebos, so naturally—well, to be accurate, artificially—business is booming at the local blues bar. Trouble is, those lonely slide-guitar notes have also attracted a colossal sea beast named Steve with, shall we say, a thing for explosive oil tanker trucks. Suddenly, morose Pine Cove turns libidinous and is hit by a mysterious crime wave, and a beleaguered constable has to fight off his own gonzo appetites to find out what's wrong and what, if anything, to do about it.
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"Quite frankly, I loved this book from beginning to end. It made me laugh out loud in places, and in fact read out loud portions to my fiance. It had an interesting structure, telling the story from multiple viewpoints (including that of a sea monster and a dog), and the writing was tight and strong. It was a fast read, a fun mish-mash of sea creatures, humans (both crazy and not), drugs (both legal and illegal). Two thumbs up."
— H.N. (4 out of 5 stars)
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“As funny as writing gets.”
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“Reads like Christopher Moore laughed his head off while writing it, quite possibly taking hits of nitrous oxide between sentences…He could win National Book Awards for titles alone.”
— Miami Herald -
“Moore is Daniel Pinkwater for grownups, but a lot funnier; and his irreverent antics reveal a buoyant wit and surreal authority even while rendering the emotional range, sex life, and murderous tendencies of a sea monster.”
— Publishers Weekly -
“Wyman’s soft, congenial voice proves perfect for Moore’s sardonic yet bemused tone, especially when paired with characters such as Constable Theophilus Crowe. Wyman maintains a nuanced and steady narrative while also portraying a cast of multiple species with eccentric and, often, slightly perverted personalities.”
— AudioFile
The Lust Lizard of Melancholy Cove Listener Reviews
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Hitherfetcher, 2/2/2022
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" one of the better C. Moore books "
— Meg, 2/20/2014 -
" Little odd and didn't explain some things, but it did have some chapters from a dog's point of view. "
— Brad, 2/7/2014 -
" Not laugh-out-loud funny, but the characters are too bizarre to be entirely fictional, and the story line comes together with such cleverness that I am now looking for a copy of 'Lamb,' and 'Practical Demonkeeping.' "
— Anica, 2/4/2014 -
" I always enjoy Christopher Moore books. He has a wonderful sense of humor. His writing is engaging. Just an allover pleasant experience. Next up is another C. Moore book. "
— Julie, 2/3/2014 -
" A book with a horny demon lizard, what more could one ask for! "
— Julie, 1/31/2014 -
" Really fun read. Mr. Moore has a wonderfully wicked sense of humor. I cannot wait to read the rest of his works. "
— Leigh, 1/31/2014 -
" It's definitely fiction and a 'wee bit whacky' would be an understatement....It takes place in Pine Cove, California (fictional???) and the town psychiatrist has switched everyone from their normal antidepressants to placebos. It involves a sea beast named 'Steve'.....let the games begin! "
— Barbara, 1/20/2014 -
" This book came at just the right time--after a very intense novel aobut the Armenian genocide. I found the Lust Lizard extremely comforting. Love Christipher Moore!!!!!! "
— Kris, 1/12/2014 -
" I love this book. It's one of those books that you should take to an appointment and read while you sit giggling to yourself in the waiting room (you get bonus points if it's a psychologists office, mine was a family practice, but the other patients sure looked concerned). "
— Kelly, 1/9/2014 -
" i was mislead. i thought this book was about a town in which everyone's antidepressants were replaced with placebos. while that was a small event in the book, it wasn't the main point. it was still okay though. "
— Trisha, 1/8/2014 -
" Loved it even more than FOOL "
— Carolyn, 12/21/2013 -
" Again crazy book, at moments I found it even a bit boring...not my favorite book from C. Moore, therefore *** "
— Natasa, 12/5/2013 -
" Christopher Moore does not disappoint. There's a reason I am such a fan of his works. "
— Brent, 11/28/2013 -
" The "sequel" to Practical Demonkeeping...good, fun and totally off the charts. Not for the overly sensitive... "
— Robb, 11/12/2013 -
" Such a fun read! I love this book. Highly recommended. "
— Cupcakencorset, 8/14/2013 -
" This was definitely not my favorite Christopher Moore book. Usually I find myself laughing out loud as I read his books. I didn't really do that during this one. It wasn't a bad book, it just wasn't what I am used to from Moore. "
— Corrie, 7/13/2013 -
" I still enjoyed both Practical Demonkeeping and Lamb much more than this read, but The Lust Lizard of Melancholy Cove was still witty and refreshing. "
— Sonia, 6/29/2013 -
" Well. This book was...um...different. Funny, but quite weird. I don't know. Some parts were really funny, but some were a little slow, and some were a too weird for my tastes. It's really different from what I usually read, so that's, well, something. "
— Cassidy, 4/2/2013 -
" Anyone who can take such an offensive act as sex between a dragon, a woman and a chainsaw and make it funny, then they have talent. This was my first Christopher Moore book and I haven't stopped loving him for a second since the minute I picked it up. "
— Katty, 2/9/2013 -
" This one was a little out there but funny just the same. "
— Shelly, 1/1/2013 -
" Easily the strangest book I've read. That being said, I enjoyed it. "
— Dan, 9/5/2012 -
" Hilarious read...just what I needed. I love those kooky residents of Pine Cove. "
— Marci, 6/2/2012 -
" Entertaining, but not the best of reads. But still wants me reading more from Christopher Moore. "
— Amber, 5/5/2012 -
" The title says it all... "
— Loren, 3/24/2012 -
" Early Moore - it's a fun story, with quirky characters and weird occurrences, but I like his later works, when he puts some satirical meat on the bones of his stories. Seen Lamb: The Gospel According to Biff, Christ's Childhood Pal, A Dirty JobFluke: Or, I Know Why the Winged Whale Sings "
— Tracey, 3/10/2012 -
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Chip, 10/14/2011
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" I'm becoming a bigger fan of Christopher Moore with each book I read. "
— Jonna, 9/11/2011 -
" one of his best. again, crazy storyline... i hate science fiction, but his stuff is so funny, it makes sense. you read one, you want to read his other works. "
— Suman, 9/8/2011 -
" Hilarious! Maybe the funniest book I have ever read.<br/> "
— Nina, 6/29/2011 -
" Very cute; one of his best, I think. The narrator on this one did an excellent job as well. "
— Kasi, 6/9/2011 -
" Classic Christopher Moore. Endlessly hilarious and strange. Alice in Wonderland for grown-ups. "
— Dayle, 6/8/2011 -
" Little odd and didn't explain some things, but it did have some chapters from a dog's point of view. "
— Brad, 6/8/2011 -
" A sea monster comes to shore in Pine Cove. Lighthearted silliness ensues. A relaxing break from reality. <br/>No good-guys or dogs were (irrecoverably) harmed in the making of this book. "
— Charlie, 5/28/2011 -
" Quirky, hilarious, and straight up fun. "
— Jenna, 5/9/2011 -
" I'm becoming a bigger fan of Christopher Moore with each book I read. "
— Jonna, 5/8/2011 -
" Funny, goofy, typical Christopher Moore. Nonsense at it's very best. "
— Jami, 4/9/2011
About Christopher Moore
Christopher Moore writes satirical fiction. Known for his colorful characters and imaginative story lines, he has gained a cult following for his books, many of which have become New York Times bestsellers.
About Oliver Wyman
Oliver Wyman is an actor and award-winning audiobook narrator. He has won five Audie Awards from the Audio Publisher’s Association, fourteen Earphone Awards, and two Listen Up Awards from Publisher’s Weekly. He was named a 2008 Best Voice in Nonfiction & Culture by AudioFile magazine. He has appeared on stage as well as in film and television, and he is a veteran voice actor who can be heard in numerous cartoons and video games. He is one of the founders of New York City’s Collective Unconscious theater, and his performances include the award-winning “reality play” Charlie Victor Romeo and A. R. McElhinney’s cult classic film A Chronicle of Corpses.