As a casual reader, I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was an easy read and a fun escape. While it took a little bit to get going, I dove deep once the climax hit. I've been telling everyone about it!

Having just finished Fluke, and having read several other of his books, i am pleased beyond words that i started reading him a few years ago. To me, he is first a story teller. This alone makes his work a joyous experience. He is also a writer who in his joy of subject, elucidates, educates and inspires. His humor is contagious, intelligent and whimsical. When i am engrossed in one of his lyrical journeys, i find his characters full and rich, his research compelling, his world view twisted and magical. Upon finishing every Christopher Moore I have been driven by one simple thought. Get me another one!

This, and Moore's book "Lamb" are two of the funniest books I've ever read

I loved just about every sentence in this book. Made myself very obnoxious by reading to my friends LOL passages. Even with little context as setup, I'd have them cracking up with the genius and humor of the writing. this is going to be in a lot of Christmas packages from me this year. Surprise ending: even the afterword was spectacular! Save the whales, mon!

This book starts off funny and will keep you laughing until you turn the last page. This book was impossible to put down and is second only to Moore's greatest book, Lamb.