Torpedo Juice
A wild adventure through love and chaos in Florida
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Duckworth Books
Published:21st Feb '19
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back
In Torpedo Juice, Serge Storms sets off on a chaotic journey to find love while dealing with the unsavory characters of South Florida.
In Torpedo Juice, local historian and unconventional spree killer Serge Storms embarks on a unique quest: marriage. However, for Serge, the idea of 'getting hitched' is far from conventional. As he sets off on a road trip to the Florida Keys in search of his ideal partner, he encounters a colorful array of characters, including his troubled friend, Coleman. This journey is not just about romance; it’s a mission to cleanse South Florida of its numerous unsavory elements, including swindlers and jerks that populate the area.
Throughout the narrative, Serge’s antics provide a humorous yet dark commentary on society. His commitment to 'thinning the herd' adds a layer of chaos to his romantic pursuit, showcasing Dorsey’s signature blend of comedy and crime. The vibrant backdrop of South Florida serves as both a playground and a battlefield for Serge, who navigates through absurd situations while maintaining his quirky charm.
As Serge delves deeper into his quest for love, readers are treated to a wild ride filled with unexpected twists and laugh-out-loud moments. Torpedo Juice captures the essence of Dorsey’s storytelling, where the mundane meets the bizarre, and every character has a story worth telling. In this slice of America, no one escapes unscathed, and the journey is just as entertaining as the destination.
Praise for the Serge Storm Series
'Hilarious... Serge Storms is, hands down, one of the most original and just-plain-captivating characters in modern crime fiction' Booklist
'The characters in Tim Dorsey’s raucous novel would be shot on sight in any other state' New York Times Book Review
'A good writer with plenty to say … To Dorsey’s eye, the Florida [that] residents love is awash in racism, smut, dope, corruption, and casual murderous violence. You can tell he loves it still' Cleveland Plain Dealer
'In Serge Storms, the convivial, schizoid torturer with an encyclopaedic knowledge of Florida, Dorsey has created a truly lovable loon' Birmingham Post
'Twisted hilarity … a compelling page-turner … Tim Dorsey is one sick bunny' Belfast News Letter
'Entertaining … funny … irreverent and loving at the same time … [Dorsey] leaves the reader gasping for breath' Washington Post Book World
'Excellent … I almost exploded with laughter as I read Dorsey’s novel. It’s manic, hysterical, and puts Dorsey well up there with the cream of comic writers who seem to have made Florida the centre for satirizing America in the 21st century' Independent
ISBN: 9781788420006
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320 pages