Skink
Hiaasen, C. (2014). Skink. New York: Ember. Richard befriends an ex-governor, who everybody believes is dead, named Skink. Skink was defending sea turtles when they met. Richard quickly needed his help when he learns that his cousin Malley is in danger. Richard and Skink go to find his cousin who is with an older, dangerous man who she met on-line. Readers will like the references to Florida turtles and birds, similar to Hiaasen's other books like Hoot. There is a lot of action combined with humor as they fight with alligators to stay alive. I liked that an old man like Skink could take on young con-artist/kidnapper and all the problems found in a swamp. Maybe some kids won't be tempted to find a boyfriend on-line. Readers will like going on this adventure with Richard and will be cheering for the good guys all the way! This book is on the Quick Picks list.
Video with author telling about book: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0_8lyBeX2Q
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