"Native Tongue" unveils a satirical tale of environmental chaos and unbridled greed set against the vibrant backdrop of the Florida Keys. The story follows the misadventures of Joe Winder, a cynical public relations man turned accidental detective. When the last two blue-tongued mango voles on Earth vanish from the Amazing Kingdom theme park, Joe finds himself embroiled in a murky plot involving eco-terrorists, a former governor-turned-swamp hermit, and sleazy land developer Francis X. Kingsbury. As Joe delves deeper into the mystery, he's swept into a whirlwind of deceit and danger that could end his journey—and his life—in the treacherous swamps. Through sharp humor and an unforgettable ensemble of characters, Carl Hiaasen delivers an absurd yet enthralling ecological thrill ride.