Swamp Story by Dave Barry

Swamp Story

Dave Barry

320 pages first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction contemporary adventurous funny fast-paced

Description

Meanwhile, Ken Bortle of Bortle Brothers Bait and Beer has hatched a scheme to lure tourists to his failing store by making viral videos of the “Everglades Melon Monster.” The Monster is in fact an unemployed alcoholic newspaperman named Phil wear...

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Community Reviews Summary of 45 reviews

Moods

funny 100%
adventurous 76%
lighthearted 55%
mysterious 21%
tense 21%
relaxing 10%
dark 5%
emotional 5%
hopeful 2%
reflective 2%

Pace

fast 81%
medium 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 58% | A mix: 34% | Character: 6%

Strong character development?

No: 55% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 11%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 64% | Yes: 25% | No: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 59% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 19%

Average rating

4.01

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