Flush

Flush follows twelve-year-old Noah Underwood, whose passionate but impulsive father has just been thrown in jail after sinking a casino boat he is convinced is illegally dumping sewage into the crystal waters off the Florida Keys. Determined to prove his dad right — and free him from jail — Noah launches his own investigation into the Coral Queen and its shady owner, assembling a ragtag crew of allies including his feisty sister, a greedy informant, and a scorned bartender.

Carl Hiaasen's signature Florida humor, ecological urgency, and fast-paced plotting make this an excellent choice for students because it packages a powerful environmental message about protecting natural water systems inside an irresistibly funny and suspenseful middle-grade adventure.

Publishing Details

Author : Carl Hiaasen

Author Nationality : United States

Physical Details

Type of Book: Chapter

Cover: Softcover

Pages: 288

Size: 7.9 x 5.1 inches

Year Published: 2010

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: 5th

Genre: Fiction

Sub-Genre: Realistic Fiction

Theme: Environment, Mystery, Adventure, Humor