Stormy Weather

Stormy Weather by Carl Hiaasen, published by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group on March 23, 2021, is a humorous and satirical novel that explores the chaos following a hurricane in southern Florida. The story centers on Max and Bonnie Lamb, honeymooners who find themselves entangled in a web of insurance fraudsters and eccentric characters after the storm devastates the area. As they abandon their original plans to witness the destruction, Max’s sudden disappearance leads Bonnie on an unexpected journey filled with bizarre encounters.

Readers will find a blend of humor and thriller elements as the narrative unfolds, showcasing the antics of con artists and amateur occultists in the aftermath of the hurricane. The plot thickens when Bonnie, with the help of a mysterious young man armed with a tranquilizer gun, follows a runaway monkey to uncover the truth about Max’s fate. This edition spans 448 pages and is presented in English, offering a unique take on the absurdities of human behavior in crisis situations.