Carl Hiaasen - Flush

Pros: Fun story with a message

Cons: Hiaasen's quirky mind leaks into his juvenile fiction sometimes

The Bottom Line: Carl Hiaasen's secong juvenile novel, Flush, has the same message and the same fun level as his first, Hoot.

Review: There's no question whatsoever of "nature vs. nurture" in the Underwood family. Given that papa Underwood - "Paine" on his mug shot the local sheriff's department - named his daughter Abbey "after one of his favorite writers, some weird old ...

Pros: Nice read for kids and adults, environmental issues, humorous, suspenseful

Cons: Not as good as Hoot, sometimes overly wacky plot and characters

The Bottom Line: Flush is nowhere near as Hoot, but is nonetheless a wonderful book. It is entertaining while still managing to teach readers.

Review: After reading Hoot by Carl Hiaasen, I wanted to read Flush. I checked with my library for months, but it was always checked out. I checked at Borders, but the hardcover runs $16.95, which I didn’t want to spend. However, my husband knew I ...

Pros: Cute, amusing book with lessons.

Cons: None.

The Bottom Line: Good choice for young and old alike.

Review: Carl Hiaasen has been a popular author for years for his Florida-based, wacky comedy-mysteries including Strip Tease, Lucky You and Skinny Dip. A couple of years ago, Hiaasen ventured into the young adult market with his Newbery Award ...