We’re All Living in a Carl Hiaasen Novel
theatlantic.comPublished: 5/8/2025
Summary
Edie Antle, a daring Florida reporter in 1942, finds herself entangled in the criminal underworld during Prohibition as she investigates a legendary bootlegging operation. Her dual identity as a journalist and a participant in illegal activities creates a tension between her professional ambitions and personal duplicity. The novel masterfully explores how her involvement with organized crime not only jeopardizes her life but also challenges her sense of self, ultimately leading to her downfall after discovering the truth about those involved.