Squirm

Written by Carl Hiaasen

A boy's quest to find his missing father leads to wild encounters and unexpected dangers.

3.9 Goodreads · 7,556 ratings

304 pages· 61,677 words· Est. 8.5 hour read· 740L

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Bookroo's summary

Billy Dickens is on a mission to find his long-lost father, armed with only an address in Montana. His journey is anything but ordinary, involving grizzly bears, a spy drone, and a mysterious past. As Billy navigates the wilderness, he must confront wild animals and even wilder people. Can he uncover the truth about his father while saving endangered creatures and himself? This summer adventure promises unexpected twists and thrilling challenges that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

From the publisher

A wildly entertaining adventure involving snakes, grizzlies, a menacing drone, a missing father, and the kid determined to find him. In classic Hiaasen fashion, the animals here are wild, and the people are wilder! Some facts about Billy Dickens: He once saw a biker swerve across the road in order to run over a snake. Later, that motorcycle somehow ended up at the bottom of a canal. Billy isn’t the type to let things go. Some facts about Billy’s family: They’ve lived in six different Florida towns because Billy’s mom insists on getting a house near a bald eagle nest. Billy’s dad left when he was four and is a total mystery. Billy has just found his dad’s address–in Montana. This summer, Billy will fly across the country, hike a mountain, float a river, dodge a grizzly bear, shoot down a spy drone, save a neighbor’s cat, save an endangered panther, and then try to save his own father. A fun romp that will keep readers hooked. –The New York Times

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