The Brian Lehrer Show Summer Culture Calendar: New Books
May 22, 2025
Dive into summer's must-read books, from Carl Hiaasen's humorous take on Florida culture in 'Fever Beach' to Karen Russell's magical realism. Discover upcoming titles like S.A. Cosby's gripping southern noir, 'King of Ashes,' and the survival tale 'A Marriage at Sea.' Celebrate James Baldwin's legacy with a new biography exploring his profound relationships. This engaging discussion promises to inspire your summer reading list!
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Carl Hiaasen's Satirical Novel
- Carl Hiaasen's novel Fever Beach satirizes Florida with absurd but real inspirations.
- It humorously explores an inept white supremacist's rise and his liberal roommate's resistance.
The Antidote's Thought-Provoking Theme
- The Antidote by Karen Russell mixes historical fiction with magical realism.
- It highlights the complex consequences of erasing traumatic memories in a Dust Bowl town.
King of Ashes Crime Thriller
- S.A. Cosby's King of Ashes is a southern noir centered on a son's fight to save his family from gang debt.
- The atmospheric style vividly conveys heat and tension, making it a gripping read.
