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Tourist Season
- Narrated by: George Wilson
- Length: 14 hrs and 7 mins
- Categories: Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction
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Summary
Tourist season is swinging into high gear in Miami. So are the activities of a bizarre terrorist group determined to keep the hapless "snowbirds" away. Armed with bombs, weed, and jumbled credos, they move toward their grand target, the Orange Bowl Parade, with plans to bring Miami and its tourist trade to a halt.
The cast, which includes a deranged journalist, a visionary ex-jock, and a lovesick detective, is just the kind of company Carl Hiaasen's fans love to keep. Narrator George Wilson's performance lures each quirky character out into the full light of the Florida sun. With over half a million copies in print, this is one of Hiaasen's most popular works.
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- Stan Murch
- 11-10-19
Disappointed
I’m sorry read and listened to a lot of Carl’s books but making a hero even an ecologist out of Hypocritical Charlie Manson type meant I could not connect or sympathies with most of the Characters
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- Mark Wood
- 05-09-19
It's ok.
not as good as the skink series and can be a bit confusing at times.
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- Tracy P.
- 08-02-17
CAUTION: BELLY ACHING LAUGHTER IMMINENT!
HYSTERICAL! Hiassen's satire is TRULY a work of art! An author is at his/her best when they write based on their own experiences, thoughts, and beliefs. Hiassen does this with a finesse only someone as talented as he is can. Like a great chef who knows that putting the exact pinch of spice in his broth keeps customers returning and that not getting it "just so" can make or break his business. Hiassen seemingly tackles his craft with the same wizardry while crafting his next best seller... He masterfully expands on real-life concerns/happenings and puts just the right amount of satirical twist throughout the novel ( not over or underdone ) leaving (us) readers hungering for his next masterpiece. I've read (listened to) a lot of his novels and am never satiated. Hiassen understands human nature, and this is what makes his brand of writing classical! It will be popular, and bring out numerous belly laughs for generations to come! George Wilson brings a gifted voice and individuality to multiple characters throughout the story with undeniable talent.
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- GMac
- 12-08-16
Still a great book.... 8 listens later.
Funny, exciting, clever and educational. Carls writing is extraordinary. George's narration is impeccable. looking forward to listen number 9 in about 6 months.
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- m.w.wood
- 15-06-17
Carl Hiiaason is great storyteller!
Another tale that makes you laugh at the situations.Florida woes and extraordinary charities mixed to life in a logical,but hilarious tale
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- Rick S
- 27-03-14
My Favorite Hiaasen
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
I am a big Hiaasen fan. I have read (or listened to) them all and Tourist Season is my favorite. Its a great read and the unexpected twists had me riveted. I listen to Audible Books in the car, and this book made me look forward to my 1 hour commute. Mr. Hiaasen, please write more like this.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Tourist Season?
The surprise ending after the ending.
6 people found this helpful
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- Edmund
- 11-08-05
You have to try it and see
If you've never tried Hiaasen before, give him a shot and decide for yourself. If you like it, you can listen to them all without too much trouble, if you don't, it's your loss. Lots of fun for those who like his style.
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- Cynthia
- 19-11-06
Great Book
Tourist Season was so great. I have loved all of his books but this one was really really good. I could not wait to get back into the car to hear the rest of the CD. I love to laugh and this one had me laughing out loud several times. A 16 hour trip to FL. went by like a snap!
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- Taree
- 27-11-13
When is opening day?
If you could sum up Tourist Season in three words, what would they be?
Funny, twisted and riveting
Who was your favorite character and why?
Brian Keyes, I would consider him the main character and he gets into some very bizarre situations.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
There were a few lulls however most of the book kept me entranced.
Any additional comments?
You'll be sitting in the driveway listening to "one more chapter"...
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- good
- 11-07-18
hilarious characters
nostalgic for one like me who was born in the 50's yyand lived through the 80's
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- Andrea
- 30-01-18
Carl Hiassen Stories and George Wilson go together like peas and carrots!
I love the crazy characters and stories of Carl Hiassen and this one, a much earlier work does not disappoint!
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- ChzSammitch
- 07-10-15
Wacky
If you could sum up Tourist Season in three words, what would they be?
CH at his finest, narrated by George Wilson, the only one IMHO who can bring true inflection to CH's witty, dry, sarcastic text.
What about George Wilson’s performance did you like?
He is the perfect narrator. I am grinning as I write this because his tone fits the author perfectly.
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