102 pages • 3 hours read
Carl HiaasenSkink—No Surrender
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Carl Hiaasen's Skink—No Surrender, fourteen-year-old Richard Sloan teams up with the enigmatic former governor-turned-vigilante Skink to track down his cousin Malley, who has run away with a dangerous imposter she met online. Their adventure takes them through Florida's wilderness as they confront various challenges to rescue Malley and bring her safely home.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Carl Hiaasen's Skink—No Surrender is praised for its engaging plot and environmental message, featuring the captivating character Skink. Critics appreciate its humor and fast-paced adventure, but some note a lack of depth in character development. Overall, it's a compelling read for young adults with an interest in nature and quirky heroes.
Who Should Read Skink—No Surrender ?
Fans of Carl Hiaasen's Skink—No Surrender are likely adventure-seeking teens who appreciate environmental themes, witty humor, and fast-paced action. Readers of Louis Sachar’s Holes or Gordon Korman’s No More Dead Dogs will find a similar blend of quirkiness and captivating storytelling.
RecommendedReading Age
12-15yearsLexile Level
770L