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Star Island (Skink, Bk 6) (Audio CD) (Unabridged)
Star Island - Skink, Bk 6 - Audio CD - Unabridged
Author: Carl Hiaasen, Stephen Hoye (Narrator)
Twenty-two-year-old pop star Cherry Pye is attempting a comeback from her latest drug and alcohol disaster. Ann DeLusia is Cherry’s “undercover stunt double,” portraying Cherry whenever the singer is too wasted to go out in public. But, one night, Ann-as-Cherry is mistakenly kidnapped from a South Beach hotel by an obsessed pap...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780739385128
ISBN-10: 0739385127
Publication Date: 7/27/2010
Edition: Unabridged
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  • Currently 3.5/5 Stars.
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3.5 stars, based on 15 ratings
Publisher: Random House Audio
Book Type: Audio CD
Other Versions: Paperback, Hardcover
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reviewed Star Island (Skink, Bk 6) (Audio CD) (Unabridged) on + 175 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
3.0 out of 5 stars Mildly amusing, got old fast..., September 16, 2010
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This review is from: Star Island (Hardcover)
This latest novel read like an issue of one of the more lurid entertainment magazines -- however in this case, fiction is a bit stranger than truth although some of the current stars do manage to create a lot of mayhem and mischief. Hiaasen has taken a page or two from the tabloids and churned out another trademark romp -- this time focusing on Cherry Pye, a young singer who is poised between rehab and a comeback tour. Unfortunately, she's so out of control that even her handlers can't seem to slow the skid.

The other characters in this sometimes funny story include a familiar face -- Skink, formerly known as Clinton Tyree, who had a short-lived term as governor of Florida before he went "green" and bonkers. He's been in several previous novels and hasn't changed a bit. In addition, Hiaasen has given somewhat clever names to the players in this novel including the giant bodyguard Chemo (and his weed-whacker arm), Bang Abbott (one of the paparazzi) who hatches a scheme that goes horribly wrong, the slimy promoter Maury Lykes, and the rest of the cast fill out a bizarre tale that amuses at times but ultimately the joke goes on too long. I really had no empathy for any of the characters, not even the stand in Ann who is supposed to be the one we root for, rose much beyond a stereotype. I think there was just too much going on -- definitely this was tongue in cheek, over-the-top satire of the world of celebrities and the folks who feed off them. Basically the novel was a cliche of all that and although I found it mildly amusing, I wasn't unhappy when I turned the last page and closed the book.

I've read all of Carl Hiaasen's novels and probably will read the next one, so I expect other fans of this author and this genre will do so as well.
Bamalama avatar reviewed Star Island (Skink, Bk 6) (Audio CD) (Unabridged) on + 36 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Great Book - I just love Hiaasen's mix of humor, extreme characters, mystery, and especially his unrestrained indictment of those who continue to destroy the most diverse eco-system in this country.
reviewed Star Island (Skink, Bk 6) (Audio CD) (Unabridged) on + 32 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Another great Hiassen novel! It was an intriguing, fast paced book which I enjoyed reading.
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reviewed Star Island (Skink, Bk 6) (Audio CD) (Unabridged) on + 141 more book reviews
Always fun to read, this new book by Hiaasen is not his best and a bit raunchier than the others. It is about the drug culture of the rich and famous; of course my favorite, Skink is there to help straighten things out. Would love to meet this guy. Genny
reviewed Star Island (Skink, Bk 6) (Audio CD) (Unabridged) on + 3 more book reviews
Entertaining read. However the ending was disappointing.
davidmartin52 avatar reviewed Star Island (Skink, Bk 6) (Audio CD) (Unabridged) on + 35 more book reviews
Typical Hiaasen, which is to say, there's a credible story there, though a bit weak in this book, but told with some of the most interesting and humorous dialogue possible. Chemo's back, as is Skink, though I think Chemo's a bit "over the top", much like Tim Dorsey's Serge Storms. But hey, it's only fiction, and if you're not entertained by this fiction, then turn your brain back on! I consider myself fortunate to have been born & raised in Miami Beach so Hiaasen's story references mean even more! I actually went trick-or-treating on Star Island in the 60's! If you like Hiaasen, this book will not disappoint!
reviewed Star Island (Skink, Bk 6) (Audio CD) (Unabridged) on + 13 more book reviews
Not Hiaasen's best effort, but not a total flop, either. Reintroducing the character Chemo was a good move and made for some interesting (and funny) scenes. The overall plot line was a little weak, but was also a change from Hiaasen's usual eco-crusader theme, so points for a change of pace. Having Skink appear in the story was most of the reason I got the book - as a longtime fan, Skink is easily my favorite Hiaasen character. Sadly, however, his role was very limited and seemed like more of a hook to draw in readers than an integral part of the story. A fun quick read, but not good enough to add to my permanent collection.


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