Atomic Lobster
by Tim Dorsey
Published by William Morrow
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Reviewed by Andrea Sisco
Tim Dorsey’s loveable serial killer Serge and his sidekick, the wacky druggie named Coleman, are back in their newest adventure, Atomic Lobster. Oh, and some old friends and enemies make a return appearance for everyone’s entertainment.
We meet up with Tex McGraw, who is mean, meaner and meanest. He’s out of jail and hot on the road to revenge. Jim Davenport is in his sites, just because of that accidental killing of his brother.
Jim’s daughter is engaged and that’s not a good thing since the groom-to-be is a slime ball with few morals and no job and money that’s running out. The Diaz brothers make a return appearance and run smack dab into Davenport during a move. Then there’s the Accidental Virgin and Johnny Vegas. Whew! I’m tired already. Tired or not, the Florida road trip must continue, especially after dropping a guy off a bridge. Well, he did slap Rachael, a six-foot stripper.
Then there are those government types who are covering up murder victims, and well, you’ve just got to read it all to believe it. And yes, there is a contest afoot to build the biggest-ever bong.
Dorsey’s Atomic Lobster races along at a frenetic pace, and nothing or no one escapes his wit. Serge and Coleman continue to do their thing, even when it’s the older generation who they really must look out for. I always enjoy Tim Dorsey’s novels, but must rest between readings. If not, I would be required to check into the nearest institution.
Armchair Interviews says: Atomic Lobster is as fun, quirky and zany as the title.
Author’s Web site: http://www.TimDorsey.com