Strip Tease

By: Carl Hiaasen

Narrated by: George K. Wilson

No matter what you heard or thought about the movie version of Strip Tease, forget it. Film simply can’t catch the layers of humor, satire, and imagination that author Carl Hiaasen creates in each of his novels.

When a deranged Florida congressman falls for a gorgeous but virtuous stripper, he dedicates himself to pursuing this tasselled princess. Not only is she a real beauty, she’s a damsel in distress. The effects of his quest will ripple through the spotlights of the strip joint, the sugar cane fields of south Florida, and some powerful political careers.

Fueled by innocent lust and dizzy miscalculations, this story will keep you howling with surprise. George Wilson’s colorful narration is the perfect vehicle for Carl Hiaasen’s twisted fairy tale.

©1993 Carl Hiaasen (P)1998 Recorded Books, LLC

Critic reviews

“Rough, raucous, and filled with lovable losers, Strip Tease is a caper novel for readers not afraid to laugh out loud.” ( People)

“Reading a Hiaasen book is always a high-speed boat ride where laughter can turn to horror and disaster at any moment. Hearing the story aloud adds a dose of realism and sensation; these characters really could be driving around the streets …” ( AudioFile)

It was alright..

I didn't mind listening to it, but it took me a little bit to get into the story, I was happy to see the ending turn out like it did, but was not super absorbed in the story line

Sound editing could be better of done today

Long pauses between chapters. Occasionally hear reader sniffling or catching his breath. Very good story.

Totally recommended

It’s been so long since I’ve seen the movie strip tease, it was nice hearing it this way…Of coarse you’re imagining Demi Moore as your listening lol
It is a bit different from the movie but back then you couldn’t show all the gore they do now so I get it. Many couldn’t get over the fact that it is based in the 80’s-90’s. If they would of looked at the release date it wouldn’t of been a surprise to them…Way to research a book. I swear, some people have to complain about anything and everything🤦🏼‍♀️🤯
Regardless of the fools in the world.. it’s a good book

Al Garcia

Detective Sgt Al Garcia returns, smart and funny as always. Delightful characters, of course, with politicians and the ex-husband as true shit-heads.

Great for what it is...

What a pleasant surprise and lighthearted read!!! This was a great break away from the traditional mysteries and thrillers. A comical look at the sleaze bars, sleaze politicians, and the topless dancers who live in that world. At times you caught yourself laughing out loud and then empathy for the victims... I enjoyed this read and will find the time in the future to take another break from serious and somber world of the traditional thrillers... Recommend this book highly if you need a good summer read or a change of pace. Just don't take it too seriously. Go with it and enjoy!!!