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And Another Thing…
432 pages
A chaotic, affectionate romp through the cosmos that embraces the absurdity of existence with a wry smile and a towel.
What it feels like
Reading this feels like bumping into an eccentric old friend after years apart—the rhythm of their speech is instantly familiar, even if the stories are brand new. The narrative moves at a brisk, chaotic clip, bouncing between apocalyptic peril and bureaucratic absurdity with an irreverent, wry energy. It is steeped in a zany, nostalgic mood, wrapping the reader in a universe where cosmic insignificance is a punchline rather than a tragedy. The prose deliberately echoes a beloved comedic style, full of rambling philosophical tangents, bizarre metaphors, and sharp satirical observations. It is a book for readers who delight in British sci-fi comedy, offering a lighthearted, affectionate journey that proves the galaxy is just as ridiculously complicated as we remember.
- Mood
- chaotic
- zany
- nostalgic
- lighthearted
- Tone
- wry
- absurd
- satirical
- affectionate
- irreverent
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- absurdity of existence · bureaucratic incompetence · cosmic insignificance · finding meaning in chaos
- The writing
- Highly imitative of its predecessor, featuring rambling philosophical tangents, sharp comedic timing, and elaborate, bizarre metaphors.
- The arc
- Moves from apocalyptic panic through a series of absurd, nostalgic reunions toward a surprisingly hopeful, if still chaotic, resolution.
- Who it's for
- Fans of British sci-fi comedy who miss the specific flavor of Douglas Adams's universe and are open to a loving, fast-paced homage.
Content notes
- existential dread
- cartoonish violence
- planetary destruction
About the book
And Another Thing... is the sixth novel in the increasingly inaccurately named Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy trilogy. Eight years after the death of its creator, Douglas Adams, widow Jane Belson sanctioned the project to be written by the international number-one bestselling children's writer Eoin Colfer, author of the Artemis Fowl novels.Belson said of Eoin Colfer, "I love his books and could not think of a better person to transport Arthur, Zaphod, and Marvin to pastures new." Colfer, a fan of Hitchhiker since his school days, said, "Being given the chance to write this book is like suddenly being offered the superpower of your choice. For years I have been finishing this incredible story in my head and now I have the opportunity to do it in the real world."Prepare to be amazed...
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