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A review by karenmsecrest
Starter Villain by John Scalzi
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
A funny, contemporary, absurd spy story. Come for the sentient cats and talking dolphins, stay for the satirical take on extreme wealth and villainy. The setting is current day, and the Zoom calls in chapter 22 had me laughing out loud.
The audiobook is narrated by Wil Wheaton, who captures the “what the actual f?!? tone of the story.
The only negative: I wish Wheaton was better at differentiating between character voices. There were parts that were a little confusing to listen to… is that Charlie talking or his cat?
The audiobook is narrated by Wil Wheaton, who captures the “what the actual f?!? tone of the story.
The only negative: I wish Wheaton was better at differentiating between character voices. There were parts that were a little confusing to listen to… is that Charlie talking or his cat?