Orange Crush

By: Tim Dorsey

Narrated by: George Wilson

Length: 11 hrs and 1 min

Publisher's summary

Praising Tim Dorsey’s tongue-in-cheek humor, the Miami Herald wrote, “Nobody, but nobody, writes like this guy.” Here Florida politics take the main stage in a rollicking satire that proves Dorsey’s at the top of his game. When a traumatic experience forever changes Florida gubernatorial race candidate Marlon Conrad’s life, he hits the road in a Winnebago to find the “real” Florida. But his odyssey is plagued with would-be assassins and cutthroat journalists.

©2001 Tim Dorsey (P)2011 Recorded Books, LLC

I love this series.

It only gets better. I read some of the newer ones first. First rate stories.

Politics at its "best"-funny and intriguing

Would you listen to Orange Crush again? Why?

There are some amazing twists that come together all through out the novel that makes me think I may have missed a few really funny ones. Very entertaining!

What was one of the most memorable moments of Orange Crush?

When Marlin's fiance decides to tell him the engagement is off because she has found someone see who appreciates her puppets. Since its his press secretary, they will be forever entwined anyway!

What about George Wilson???s performance did you like?

His voice and timing are extraordinary!

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

almost

A wild ride...

What did you love best about Orange Crush?

I'm a big fan of Serge and this episode doesn't let you down, especially in an election year. One of Tim Dorsey's best!

Funny even with bad narration

Enjoyable if you can get past the stilted narration. The story is goofball Florida, and the characters are hilarious.

an adventure

always an adventure. I love this series of books. if you like violence humor and adventure this is for you. it's all rolled up in one book!

A great listen

This author/narrator combination is a winner. The humor and political satire make for great fun.

Why?????

Why hasn't Hollywood made these into movies or a series? Hiassen is good but Dorsety is sooo much better! This series just gets better with such a Pulp Fiction, GO, Fear and Loathing, Memento 90's vibe with HILARIOUS and delicious dark humor/satire! NEXT! Serge is the Anti-Hero we need in our lives.

It's Funny 'Cause It's Pretty Much True!

This is possibly the most hilarious book I have ever read! I laughed so hard and so often that I was afraid the neighbors would call the guys with the butterfly nets.

It gets right into the heart of the political system (specifically Florida politics, but these days we can all relate.) It shines a bright light on all the dirty, hidden political tricks that we know are happening, but can't do anything about. If you've ever wanted to get a politician, lobbyist, news anchor, or rich person by the throat and shake them until their teeth rattle, you will love this book.

While it's basically shooting at politics, it also takes pot shots at a lot of other pet peeves we all have. For example, there is a scene with a guy trying to make an important phone call and getting stuck in the phone menu nightmare that is purely classic! I had to keep rewinding because I laughed so hard I would miss stuff.

If laughter is the best medicine, this should cure anything that ails you. This book, while part of a series, could be read without reading the others first, although some minor things will make more sense if you have.

Another great adventure into the bowels of Fla.

Serge is now one of my favorite characters of all time. Dorsey is great a painting such vivid experiences. Can't wait to read the rest of his books!

FUBU

If you love Florida and Florida politics (who doesn't) you'll love this great work by Dorsey.