{"product_id":"basket-case-9780345806536","title":"Basket Case","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBasket Case - A Crime Fiction Thriller by Carl Hiaasen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNational bestseller \u003cstrong\u003eBasket Case\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers Carl Hiaasen's signature blend of crime fiction and dark comedy set in South Florida. This rollicking novel follows Jack Tagger, an investigative reporter relegated to the obituaries desk, as he pursues the suspicious death of rock star Jimmy Stoma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlot Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJack Tagger's exile at the obituaries desk hasn't diminished his reporter's instincts. When Jimmy Stoma, infamous front man of Jimmy and the Slut Puppies, dies in a questionable scuba diving accident, Jack recognizes his opportunity to return to page one journalism. The investigation leads him through a maze of deception involving the rock star's pop-singer widow, who exploits her husband's death to revive her career, and Jack's ambitious young editor eager to make her first termination. Adding to the obstacles is the newspaper's profit-driven owner, whom Jack previously embarrassed at a stockholders' meeting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Investigation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsing clues embedded in Jimmy Stoma's own music, Jack methodically unravels the web of lies surrounding the musician's strange fate. The investigation combines elements of investigative journalism with suspenseful crime-solving, showcasing Hiaasen's talent for satirical storytelling and social commentary on Florida culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Carl Hiaasen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCARL HIAASEN\u003c\/strong\u003e was born and raised in Florida. He is the author of numerous novels, including the best sellers \u003cem\u003eRazor Girl\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eBad Monkey\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eStar Island\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eNature Girl\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eSkinny Dip\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eSick Puppy\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eLucky You\u003c\/em\u003e, and five best-selling children's books, \u003cem\u003eHoot\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eFlush\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eScat\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eChomp\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eSkink\u003c\/em\u003e. His most recent work of nonfiction is \u003cem\u003eDance of the Reptiles\u003c\/em\u003e, a collection of his columns from \u003cem\u003eThe Miami Herald\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ewww.carlhiaasen.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Read Basket Case\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis literary thriller combines investigative journalism with dark humor and social satire. Perfect for readers who appreciate crime fiction with comedic elements, Florida-based mysteries, and character-driven narratives. The novel works as both summer reading and a compelling examination of media culture and the music industry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Crime\/Black Lizard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50680559239442,"sku":"9780345806536","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_9f2881aa-f055-48ac-b621-8f3e6ea3c6a4.jpg?v=1734922729","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/basket-case-9780345806536","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}