His humor ranges anywhere from blatantly poking fun at our world to more subtle aspects of life that one would not even think of until pointed out. 'Like Jonathan Swift for the internet age, novel offers an engrossing journey and razor-sharp wit inside of an uncanny prediction of an American future. Steer this one toward readers of sf with a sense of humor, and fans of Max Barry’s satirical futuristic novels.' - Booklist, starred review 'Well-timed humor and explosive thrills, a smart backbone, and witty wordsmithing make this new release by ’s Jason Pargin ( John Dies at the End) as fun as it gets. Some of the sci-fi elements are comic book–y and the humor is as juvenile as ever, but the book more than makes up for any shortcomings with its Technicolor tomorrowland, mischievous humor, and frenetic action sequences.' - Kirkus Reviews We're in for another profane and funny roller-coaster ride from. 'All right, grab some popcorn and strap in. ' executive editor ( This Book Is Full of Spiders) unabashedly trolls everyone and lampoons everything in this beautifully outrageous science fiction adventure.Biting humor and blatant digs at modern society overlay a subtly brilliant and thoughtful plot focused on one young woman’s growth and survival against all odds.' - Publishers Weekly, starred review

'With verve and velocity, the story moves.one cinematic set piece after another, strung together with twisty fun and wit.' - The New York Times Book Review Will Zoey figure it all out in time? Or maybe the better question is, will you? After all, the future is coming sooner than you think. At least not any that you'd want to follow. Her only trusted advisor is the aforementioned cat, but even in the future, cats cannot give advice. This is the world in which Zoey Ashe finds herself, navigating a futuristic city in which one can find elements of the fantastic, nightmarish and ridiculous on any street corner. A world in which at least one cat smells like a seafood shop's dumpster on a hot summer day. Get ready for a world in which anyone can have the powers of a god or the fame of a pop star, in which human achievement soars to new heights while its depravity plunges to the blackest depths. Together, they will decide the future of mankind. Mysterious, smooth-talking power players who lurk behind the scenes. Nightmarish villains with superhuman enhancements.Īn all-seeing social network that tracks your every move.

New York Times bestselling author Jason Pargin takes readers to a whole new level with his darkly comic sci-fi thriller, Futuristic Violence and Fancy Suits.

Future violence and fancy suits