The Atrocity Archives (Laundry Files, #1)
The Atrocity Archives (Laundry Files, #1)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
London, England • Contemporary
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Atrocity Archives by Charles Stross is a science fiction novel that follows Bob Howard, an IT worker turned occult field agent in a secret British government agency. He navigates a world where advanced mathematics can summon eldritch horrors. The book includes the short story "The Concrete Jungle."
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The Atrocity Archives by Charles Stross skillfully blends elements of Lovecraftian horror, espionage, and dark humor, creating an engaging and thought-provoking narrative. While some readers appreciate its unique genre mix and witty prose, others find the technical jargon and complex plot challenging. Overall, it presents a fresh and intriguing take on supernatural thrillers.
Who Should Read The Atrocity Archives (Laundry Files, #1)?
Fans of high-concept science fiction mixed with dark humor and bureaucratic satire will enjoy Charles Stross's The Atrocity Archives. This novel, reminiscent of works like Neal Stephenson's Snow Crash and the espionage elements of Ian Fleming's James Bond series, appeals to readers who appreciate genre-blending and Lovecraftian horror.
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Novel • Fiction
London, England • Contemporary
2006
Adult
18+ years
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