Agent to the Stars
Agent to the Stars
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Los Angeles, California • Contemporary
2005
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Agent to the Stars by John Scalzi, a Hollywood agent helps an alien species successfully introduce themselves to humanity. The story explores themes of communication, media influence, and cultural differences through a humorous and engaging narrative.
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Review Roundup
John Scalzi's Agent to the Stars is a smart, witty, and satirical take on first contact with aliens. Readers appreciate its humor and clever plot, but some feel the character development is lacking. Overall, it's a light, entertaining read that balances comedic elements with insightful observations on media and culture.
Who Should Read Agent to the Stars?
Readers who relish witty sci-fi with a comedic twist, akin to The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams, will enjoy Agent to the Stars by John Scalzi. Those who appreciate clever dialogue and imaginative plots, as seen in Scalzi's Old Man's War series, will find this novel engaging and humorous.
24,559 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Los Angeles, California • Contemporary
2005
Adult
18+ years
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