A suitcase containing five million dollars in stolen insurance money triggers a chaotic, violent collision between a vigilante trivia buff, a drug-addled sidekick, and a group of unsuspecting fishermen. Serge A. Storms, a man driven by a unique moral code and an obsession with Florida history, navigates a landscape of absurdity while pursuing the illicit fortune. He is opposed by various opportunistic criminals and the unpredictable nature of his own chaotic impulses. The narrative utilizes a fast-paced, third-person perspective that shifts between the eccentric cast, emphasizing the bizarre and often lethal consequences of their intersecting paths.

This novel is widely recognized as the introduction to a long-running series that defines the subgenre of Florida-based crime satire. Readers often highlight the balance between the protagonist's violent vigilantism and the absurd, comedic tone that permeates the narrative. The work is frequently cited for its rapid pacing and the author's ability to weave obscure regional facts into a high-stakes criminal plot. The reception suggests that the book appeals to those who enjoy irreverent humor paired with unconventional mystery elements.