Atomic Lobster

A Novel

De: Tim Dorsey

Narrado por: Oliver Wyman

Why is everyone rushing to flee Tampa on a cruise ship to hell?

Serge is back with a bullet, torn between homicide and souvenirs. So is Coleman, torn between getting hammered and getting more hammered. Then there's good ol' Jim Davenport, the E-Team, the Diaz Brothers, and Johnny Vegas, the Accidental Virgin, cranking up the fevered action as the pot boils over on a street called Lobster Lane.

It's reunion time in the Sunshine State, and we're not just talking the family jamboree of that blood-soaked criminal clan, the McGraws, whose nastiest, meanest member is finally released from prison and heads south bent on revenge. On top of it all, the government is covering up a growing list of mysterious victims across Florida who may or may not be connected to a nefarious plot being hatched against national security.

But wait! There's more on the horizon! Who is the oddly familiar femme fatale named Rachael? Is Serge wrong that guns, drugs, and strippers don't mix? What sets the Non-Confrontationalists off on a rampage? What finally brings Coleman and Lenny together? Will they succeed in building the biggest bong ever? And can Serge surf a rogue wave to victory?

Batten the hatches, don the life jackets, and take cover as all these questions and more are answered in the latest adventure from the acclaimed author of Hurricane Punch.

©2008 Tim Dorsey (P)2008 HarperCollins Publishers

Tim is good but no Carl H.

Interesting story, especially if you live in FL. Some of the quirkiness seems forced and lacks the true ironic flavor of Carl Hiaasen. I think I would have preferred to read this since the narrator's character voice for Serg drove be insane.

Serge

Is there anything you would change about this book?

Make Serge's voice stronger. His voice makes him sound resistible, not irresistible as I picture him.

What three words best describe Oliver Wyman’s voice?

I liked everything except the portrayal of Serge. Otherwise, I liked him

Was Atomic Lobster worth the listening time?

yes

Book full of crazies

Dorsey's characters are all a bunch of nuts. They were thrown altogether in ridiculous circumstances then combined with sex, drugs and violence to create this book. And somehow all of this made me really enjoy the story. I haven't listened to any of the other books in this series, but I am definitely going back and getting more Surge.

Florida Fun Humor

This was an experience in exploring the absurd humor of Florida. A little heavy on the details and descriptions of some adult activities, so I had to be careful where I was when listening to the book. On the other hand, I recognized places, locations and people. The unbelieveable was from the news.

More rollicking fun with Serge

The adventures of Serge, with his ADD/OCD and borderline psychopathic tendencies, have us driving around Florida again. These books make me want to rent a rent a car and follow his route. A great bit of escapism and a quick read.

just didn't do it for me

I've listened to many of this series but this one just didn't grab me. Part was the narration, part was the story line.

Best one of the last 3

Loved Atomic Lobster. The story and the reader were better than the last one #9 Hurricain Beach

Serge rules!

Serge rules once again as the funniest murderer around.

My all time favorite???

This book is great.
Perhaps its because of the great reading?
Maybe because of the reappearance of Old beloved characters?
Could be the surprise ending?
It might be the unrelenting pace?
How about the timely natural Phenomenon?

In any case, I Love This Book!

To know Serge, is to ?

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

You bet, best thing I've listened to!

What other book might you compare Atomic Lobster to and why?

None, except those in this series. You need to start at the beginning!

Have you listened to any of Oliver Wyman’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Oh, yes, he's good. Great inflection in his voice, takes you on a ride, for sure

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

LAUGH

Any additional comments?

Love me some Serge!