Double Whammy
by Carl Hiaasen | Mystery & Thrillers | This book has not been rated.
ISBN: 0446352764 Global Overview for this book
ISBN: 0446352764 Global Overview for this book
2 journalers for this copy...
Bought at a library booksale for pennies specifically for release. From Amazon:
A Miami Herald reporter who struck a blow against corrupt entrepreneurs in Tourist Season, Hiaasen follows through with this acid satire, a real double whammy. Private detective R. J. Decker is hired to prove that TV host Dickie Lockhart cheats to win fortunes in Florida bass-fishing tournaments. The investigation makes Decker a prey to hired killers who have murdered other "snoops," but the detective also finds a strong if weird ally in a hermit who calls himself Skink. Along with two honest cops, Skink goes with Decker to the lake where a big tournament is under way and the four make a tremendous splash, to the dismay of the assembly. Hardest hit is Reverend Weeb, Lockhart's sponsor on the Outdoor Christian Network, whose generous supporters don't know that he's addicted to prostitutes, profanity and land-grabbing. 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.
Release planned for Tuesday, November 11, 2003 at Unknown in Rhinebeck, New York USA.
Will update release location as soon as I am in Rhinebeck.
Will update release location as soon as I am in Rhinebeck.
Did not release as planned. Will make new release notes.
Off to zenzele through BookRelay.
received today! will make journal note when i'm done reading it.