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Razor Girl by Carl Hiaasen is a comedic novel that follows Merry Mansfield, a free-spirited con artist, and Andrew Yancy, a former detective, as they become entangled in a wild adventure involving a reality TV star named Buck Nance. The story unfolds with a series of chaotic events, including kidnappings and mistaken identities, set against the vibrant backdrop of Florida.

This book provides a detailed and balanced portrait of Joe Biden's life and political career. It covers his early life, his rise to prominence in the Senate, his eight years as Vice President under Barack Obama, and his eventual run for the presidency. The author, Evan Osnos, draws on nearly a decade of reporting for The New Yorker and includes revealing conversations with over a hundred individuals, including President Barack Obama, Cory Booker, Amy Klobuchar, and Biden family members. The book explores Biden's strengths and weaknesses, his ability to form friendships across political divides, and how his experiences have shaped his approach to politics. It also delves into the challenges he faced during his presidential campaign and the beginning of his presidency, highlighting his resilience and adaptability in the face of adversity.

In 'Bad Monkey,' Carl Hiaasen tells the story of Andrew Yancy, a former detective from the Miami Police and Monroe County Sheriff’s Department, who is now working as a health inspector. Yancy's life takes a dramatic turn when he discovers a human arm in his freezer, which he believes may be evidence of a murder. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he encounters a variety of colorful and unpredictable characters, including a voodoo witch, real estate speculators, and a mischievous monkey named Driggs. The novel is a blend of dark comedy, satire, and crime fiction, critiquing the greed, corruption, and environmental degradation in Florida and the Bahamas.