Lucky You
Lucky You by Carl Hiaasen is a reissue published by Grand Central Publishing on August 28, 2018. This 480-page novel is presented in English and combines elements of fiction, satire, and mystery. The story follows JoLayne Lucks, who, after winning a substantial lottery prize of $28 million, aims to protect a rare piece of Florida paradise from development. However, her plans are complicated when another winning ticket comes into play, leading to a series of unexpected challenges.
Readers will find a humorous and engaging narrative as JoLayne teams up with an unconventional newspaperman to confront the individuals who have taken her ticket. The plot weaves together themes of black humor and amateur sleuthing, showcasing the quirky dynamics of small-town life and the absurdities that arise from the pursuit of wealth. This edition offers a fresh look at Hiaasen’s distinctive storytelling style, making it a noteworthy addition for fans of mystery and satire.
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“Witty…colorful…entertaining.” – New York Times Book Review
JoLayne Lucks lives in a town infamous for its suspicious miracles, but she’s still elated when her lottery numbers finally pay off big-$28 million, to be exact. And she has great plans for her fortune: to save a rare piece of Florida paradise from the bulldozers. Only one problem: There’s another winning Lotto ticket, and the people who’ve got it just never learned how to share. When the two militia wannabes swipe JoLayne’s ticket, she enlists an off-the-rails newspaperman to help her track down the trigger-happy creeps and their bewildered hostage, a Hooters waitress. Getting rich quick is never easy…
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