From the brilliant mind that brought you Moist and Delicious, prepare to embark on a wild ride through the pages of this uproarious comic novel. Mark Haskell Smith takes us on a journey with Turk Henry, an overweight, unemployed rock star who happens to be married to a supermodel. Now, you would think that Thailand, with its temptations and allure, would be the last place a recovering sex addict like Turk should visit on vacation. But fate has other plans for him.
As Turk finds himself surrounded by topless groupies and tantalizing bar girls, his struggles with monogamy pale in comparison to the ultimate challenge he faces when his wife is kidnapped by a group of renegade Thai pirates. Armed with nothing more than his bass-playing skills and partying expertise, Turk must navigate the dangerous back alleys of Bangkok and the treacherous jungles of Southeast Asia to save his beloved wife. And let me tell you, things heat up and bullets fly as Turk dives into this debauched and utterly entertaining caper.
Get ready for an adventure filled with skinflint American tourists, beaches that leave little to the imagination, a hypochondriac government agent, suitcases overflowing with cash, an overeager personal assistant, a lustful Australian commando, imaginative prostitutes, and an urbane pirate with a peculiar fetish. This hilarious tale will keep you laughing until the very end.
In true Carl Hiaasen-like fashion, Smith weaves an intricate web of larger-than-life characters and takes clever shots at cultural expectations. The absurdity and grotesqueness of the story make for a delightfully fun read that you won't be able to put down. Booklist calls it "absurd, grotesque, and plain fun reading," while Entertainment Weekly compares Smith's style to a mix of Carl Hiaasen and Ross Thomas.
Imagine Graham Greene meeting the unpredictable Marx Brothers, and you've got Salty, a riveting novel that follows a group of restless Americans as they navigate the exotic landscape of Thailand. Profane, endearing, and convincingly absurd, this book seamlessly blends comedy and thrilling suspense with insightful reflections on love, lust, and the American way. Tom Drury, author of The Driftless Area, hails it as a "comic thriller and a thoughtful meditation" that will keep you hooked from start to finish.
For Turk, saving the day is just as challenging as staying faithful. Fortunately, screenwriter Smith effortlessly brings humor to the table, taking shots at everything from Homeland Security to heavy metal and Hollywood morals, with a touch of American arrogance thrown in for good measure. The Miami Herald declares that Smith simply rocks, while the Los Angeles Times draws parallels between his writing and the captivating styles of Elmore Leonard and Mario Batali.
With a colorful and satirical narrative that will leave you in stitches, Salty is a farce that explores the world of a fat alcoholic rock star desperately trying to retrieve his wife from the clutches of Thai pirates. Prepare for an uproarious and vulgar experience that will have you hooked from its opening pages. Library Journal calls it "colorful, satirical, and hilarious," and I couldn't agree more. Sit back, relax, and let Peter Berkrot's narration transport you into this vibrant and outrageous world.