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hectaizani's review against another edition
3.0
Usually this is the place where a reviewer would discuss a little bit about the plot of a book. With Atomic Lobster that’s just not going to happen. The plot points are so convoluted, and the story is told in such a non-linear way that it would be impossible to do without major spoilers. This is one of those books that the reader just has to pick up and read for themselves without relying on a review to tell them what the book is about. Let’s just say it’s got Florida, and cruise ships, and a Clowns vs. Mimes version of Fight Club, and tourist statues, and the world’s biggest bong and if that doesn’t grab you I don’t know what will.
The 10th in a series of books featuring Serge Storms and his sidekick Coleman, Atomic Lobster can be read as a stand alone novel but it does refer to past events so it can be a little confusing if you aren’t familiar with Dorsey’s previous works and repeat characters. Serge is a spree killer, a nice enough guy, but he has problems with anger management and if crossed the offender will likely end up dead in any number of ingenious and inventive ways. How does one choose between pulling off one’s own head or being hit by a speeding train?
This book is hilarious, it’s one of those books where you’ll have the urge to read out the funny bits to your spouse, partner, guy sitting next to you on the train. Expect to get a lot of weird glances where people are wondering why you’re making those choking noises when trying not to burst out laughing at inappropriate moments.
Reviewed by Sarra Borne (Hectaizani)
The 10th in a series of books featuring Serge Storms and his sidekick Coleman, Atomic Lobster can be read as a stand alone novel but it does refer to past events so it can be a little confusing if you aren’t familiar with Dorsey’s previous works and repeat characters. Serge is a spree killer, a nice enough guy, but he has problems with anger management and if crossed the offender will likely end up dead in any number of ingenious and inventive ways. How does one choose between pulling off one’s own head or being hit by a speeding train?
This book is hilarious, it’s one of those books where you’ll have the urge to read out the funny bits to your spouse, partner, guy sitting next to you on the train. Expect to get a lot of weird glances where people are wondering why you’re making those choking noises when trying not to burst out laughing at inappropriate moments.
Reviewed by Sarra Borne (Hectaizani)
affyfe's review against another edition
4.0
This book is basically a convergence of a bunch of individual storylines that all revolve around a particular area of Florida and a group of bad guys that the government is trying to catch. Immediately you are introduced to some of the most ridiculous characters around. And they are mixed in with what seem like perfectly normal people. The further into the story you go the more the story lines cross and every time they cross it is in a more ridiculous manner. I thought this book was hilarious, there were points where I giggled and some ridiculous scenes where the more I pictured them, the funnier they got! With all the hilarity and ridiculousness I do think there was some lack to the plot, which is too bad. When the book ended, it all wrapped up within like 5 pages and I felt like that could’ve happened anywhere in the book, so it didn’t quite leave me satisfied. But it did leave me laughing and for that reason I would read more books by him. This book is very similar to Carl Hiaasen’s Florida books, and if you like those you will like this one too!
pattydsf's review against another edition
3.0
I wanted a funny book for the last days of my vacation and Dorsey fit the bill. Although his coincidences are not quite as good as Donald Westlake wrote in the Dortmunder series, Dorsey does have a way with words.
I had a great time learning about Serge, Coleman, Martha and Jim Davenport and all their compatriots. I would read more about Serge when interested in humorous suspense.
I would recommend this book to folks who like Westlake and Dortmunder and Carl Hiassen (there is the Florida connection).
I had a great time learning about Serge, Coleman, Martha and Jim Davenport and all their compatriots. I would read more about Serge when interested in humorous suspense.
I would recommend this book to folks who like Westlake and Dortmunder and Carl Hiassen (there is the Florida connection).
yorugua1891's review against another edition
4.0
“This is Serge’s Charm School. We’re teaching manners.”
I am used to getting what I expect with Dorsey, whole bunch of laughs based on an outrageous story line and set of events, and this book is no exception. I did realize that this is not a great book to read on a plane. You will end up getting weird looks when you laugh out loud in instances like the one in which a chick wants to get banged while interacting with other people and trying to get them not to notice what is going on. Classic!
Fans of the series will be happy to know that we have several returning characters, such as Johnny Vegas, the Accidental Virgin, who is always good for some entertainment. But maybe more importantly, we have a few characters that are connected with the events that transpired years ago in Triggerfish Twist. This leads to some of them seeking revenge and others dreading running into Serge and Coleman again.
Do not expect a deviation from the path in terms of writing style. We get the typical back and forth in time, the slapstick comedy, the over the top violence, kinky relationships and a whole lot of cursing. On top of all that, we do get a “tour” on a select set of historical places and interesting facts about the Tampa Bay area. The fact that I live there probably helps with me enjoying this book more than others. I do believe though that people seeking for some outrageous comedy will like Dorsey, and those that are already fans of the series will not be disappointed in this one.
I am used to getting what I expect with Dorsey, whole bunch of laughs based on an outrageous story line and set of events, and this book is no exception. I did realize that this is not a great book to read on a plane. You will end up getting weird looks when you laugh out loud in instances like the one in which a chick wants to get banged while interacting with other people and trying to get them not to notice what is going on. Classic!
Fans of the series will be happy to know that we have several returning characters, such as Johnny Vegas, the Accidental Virgin, who is always good for some entertainment. But maybe more importantly, we have a few characters that are connected with the events that transpired years ago in Triggerfish Twist. This leads to some of them seeking revenge and others dreading running into Serge and Coleman again.
Do not expect a deviation from the path in terms of writing style. We get the typical back and forth in time, the slapstick comedy, the over the top violence, kinky relationships and a whole lot of cursing. On top of all that, we do get a “tour” on a select set of historical places and interesting facts about the Tampa Bay area. The fact that I live there probably helps with me enjoying this book more than others. I do believe though that people seeking for some outrageous comedy will like Dorsey, and those that are already fans of the series will not be disappointed in this one.
bibliobabe94's review against another edition
4.0
Serge is back, and so is poor Jim Davenport. Funny as ever - gotta love Serge, and feel sorry for Jim - things just keep going wrong. Watch out for Agent Foxtrot and the G-team. Hysterical as usual. 022408
jayhmt's review against another edition
5.0
Laugh out loud funny. Serge Storms is a certifiable lunatic, but hilarious. I stumbled across the book when offered free on Amazon. I'm starting to read the series in order.
marciay's review against another edition
2.0
Meh...I might have liked it a little better if I had read the first book in the series first, but overall it was just a jokester trying a little (or a lot) too hard to be funny.
jamikrut's review against another edition
1.0
the rape scenes were my favorite!
never again.
characters were not compelling.
the only thing remotely funny were the old people on the cruise ship. serge is a terrible character and I couldn't care less what is happening to him.
never again.
characters were not compelling.
the only thing remotely funny were the old people on the cruise ship. serge is a terrible character and I couldn't care less what is happening to him.
rlbasley's review against another edition
5.0
This author was suggested to us because we are a big fan of Christopher Moore. Our library only had this audiobook and we loved it! From the very beginning to the very end with many times of stopping the audio book and going back to repeat a part to make sure we heard it right. Really love this author and will be scanning the shelves for more of his books!