Usually, I assign a rating of 5 to all Carl Hiaasen books. This is because I have a great appreciation for his unique sense of humor and his fascinating anti-establishment characters. However, this particular book is the first action-crime one he wrote, and it's clear that he hadn't yet fully developed his trademark humorous style. For instance, don't anticipate the appearance of Skink and his gang in this volume.

It does contain the typical elements of Florida drug wars and some rather peculiar Miami area characters. Nevertheless, they aren't as sharply defined as those in his later works. Despite this, I still found the book enjoyable to read, and it managed to hold my interest throughout, even though some of the情节 were quite unbelievable. In his later, more humorous books, the issue of believability doesn't really concern me much.

I have decided that I will go on to read the other two books in this series. I will make an effort not to compare it unfavorably with his later works, but rather to appreciate it for what it is. I'm curious to see how Hiaasen's writing evolved from this initial foray into the action-crime genre.

Good Read

Another Hiaasen novel has crossed my path, and it is very much in the same vein as the others I have read. I have perused a few of his works, and they are always a delight to read, effortlessly capturing and maintaining my interest. This particular one was no exception in that regard. I managed to snag it for a mere $1.99 through Book Bub. It was such a great deal that if any more of Hiaasen's novels become available at that price, I will not hesitate to pick them up. His writing style is engaging, filled with vivid characters and unique storylines that keep me turning the pages. I highly recommend his books to anyone looking for an entertaining and enjoyable read. Whether you're a fan of mystery, humor, or just good storytelling, Hiaasen has something to offer. So, keep your eyes peeled for his works and give them a try. You won't be disappointed.

The book was good,

yet it didn't quite reach the standard that I have grown to anticipate from a Hiaasen book.

The characters within it are indeed interesting,

but the story appears to meander more than is typical in his works.

As is customary, the setting is Florida,

and it is deeply intertwined with the drug trade and its various players,

some of whom are supposed to be upstanding citizens.

The ending, however, is good

and more in line with what one would expect from the author's body of work.

It provides a satisfying conclusion that ties up many of the loose ends and gives the reader a sense of resolution.

Overall, while the book has its strengths,

it falls a bit short of the high bar that Hiaasen has set with his previous novels.

I have always been an avid fan of Carl Hiaasen's books. His unique blend of humor and satire has always managed to captivate me and keep me entertained from start to finish. However, when it comes to this particular book, I have to admit that I could not get into it at all.

There was a distinct lack of the humor and satire that I have come to love and expect from his previous works. The writing style seemed very different, almost as if it was not written by the same author. It failed to hold my interest and I found myself constantly losing focus and getting bored.

I was really disappointed with this book as I had high hopes for it. I had been looking forward to reading it for a long time, but unfortunately, it did not live up to my expectations. I hope that Carl Hiaasen will return to his old writing style in his future books and give his fans the kind of entertainment that they have come to love and expect from him.