Great YAL!

This particular work is a bit more mature compared to some of Hiassen's other offerings.

It truly showcases a different side of his writing.

The story is engaging from start to finish, with well-developed characters and a plot that keeps you on the edge of your seat.

The themes explored are thought-provoking and add depth to the overall narrative.

Hiassen's unique writing style shines through, making this a truly enjoyable read.

Despite its maturity, it still retains the elements that make his work so beloved by fans.

Overall, I really liked it a lot and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great YAL novel.

It's a must-read for fans of Hiassen and those new to his work alike.

Carl Hiaasen is one of those remarkable authors whose books I find so captivating that I choose to read them in chronological order.

This particular book is the fourth in a rather loose cycle centered around Skink, a one-eyed former Florida governor. Skink, having refused to conform too many times, has been living in the swamps and subsisting on road-kill for years. He is typically just one of the many outrageously wacky main characters that adorn the narrative. In this book, he didn't make an appearance until approximately 40% into the story.

Initially, I had some doubts and reservations about this installment. However, as the book progresses, it steadily gets better. The initial sense of deja vu gradually gives way to the sheer entertainment value of the events and happenings within the story.

Once again, Mr. Hiaasen has delivered some truly good stuff. His unique writing style and ability to create engaging and zany characters make this book a worthwhile read. I look forward to seeing what he has in store for us in the next installment of this series.

Who could be so inexcusably disrespectful of God's creation?

As someone with a profound hatred for all forms of litter, I truly relished the fact that the entire premise of "Sick Puppy" commences when the protagonist, a man named Twilly Spree, witnesses a fellow littering and gives chase to engage in a discussion with the moron about the consequences of his actions on the Florida environment when he carelessly throws junk out of the window. Fortunately for the reader, the litterbug fails to learn his lesson during the initial confrontation.

The novel showcases Carl Hiaasen's typical array of characters. There are those who couldn't care less about the environment, those who hold it in higher regard than human beings, and those who occupy a middle ground. The text also features Carl Hiaasen's perennial favorite, the ex-governor of Florida, Clint Tyree, otherwise known as Skink.

The book's ending comes full circle and concludes almost precisely as it began. This is always a delightful addition in a text of this nature.

"Sick Puppy" is an enjoyable read, although my attention did wander at times. I would rate it squarely in the middle of Hiaasen's body of work.

3.5 - This book was still extremely entertaining,

but it was probably the least consistent in terms of characters and plot that I've read yet from Hiaasen.

The story had its moments of excitement and humor, but there were also some parts where the characters seemed a bit flat or the plot felt a bit disjointed.

However, the finale where Skink meets Skink was really fun.

It added an unexpected twist to the story and made for a memorable ending.

Overall, while this book may not have been Hiaasen's best, it was still an enjoyable read that had its own unique charm.

I would still recommend it to fans of his work, as well as to anyone who enjoys a good mystery or adventure story with a touch of humor.