By Gary Shteyngart
Ugh. That's all I can really say. It takes place sometime in the future. Exactly when, I'm not sure. The 1980's and 2000's are talked about as though they're not that long ago, but I can't really pinpoint exactly when this was supposed to take place. Apparently our country is at war with Venezuela and the soldiers are returning and not getting paid nor are they given the health care they were promised before the went. No one can read or really converse. They all have these devices that seem to be like our best cellphones on steroids. So no one needs to talk. Just point this device at someone and it tells you everything you need to know. Libraries are closed because no one can read. Books are considered ancient forms of media that smell bad. People who have them are looked down upon. The main male character is a wimpy sloth of a guy. The main female character is a selfish bitch. Hard to believe that two would move in the same circles, never mind have a romantic relationship.
Just skip this one. I wish I did.
1 star out of 5.
Currently reading: I Hope They Serve Beer in Hell by Tucker Max
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