Books matching: punktown setting
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- #1
Save:Deadstock by Jeffrey Thomas is a novel set in the futuristic and complex world of Punktown. The story follows two main plots - one centered around a hard-boiled detective mystery featuring Jeremy Stake, a soldier turned sleuth with a unique mutation, and the other focusing on two street gangs trapped in a building trying to survive against a malfunctioning security system. As the narrative progresses, these two seemingly separate plots converge, showcasing a blend of hard-boiled detective elements and survival horror themes. The characters in Deadstock are multi-dimensional, with personal demons and motivations, set against the backdrop of the hyper-futuristic Punktown, reflecting basic human nature despite their diverse origins.
His client's daughter and her three schoolmates were sixteen years old-Jeremy Stake knew that part already-but they all seemed shorter perhaps than they should have been, not even five feet tall, as i... - #2
Save:Monstrocity by Jeffrey Thomas is a blend of horror and science fiction set in the eclectic city of Punktown. The protagonist, Christopher Ruby, delves into a horrifying discovery related to a mysterious recording from The Necronomicon, leading him to uncover secrets of downfallen Gods and the occult within Punktown. As the plot unfolds, Christopher's journey through alienation and mayhem is guided by Lovecraftian themes, subverting traditional concepts while maintaining a tone of intimate isolation and chaotic climax.
They seem to dream, patiently, waiting for the right time to be awakened. Their tentacles are tightly coiled inward, hiding the inner nest of white tendrils, as spiders will clench their bodies in dea...
(Also, see 91 recommendations for the series Punktown ) - #3
Save:'Health Agent' by Jeffrey Thomas is a gripping novel set in the eerie world of Punktown, where Health Agent Montgomery Black finds himself battling a deadly STD called Mutstav 670. As Black races against time to find a cure for the highly contagious virus with a 100% fatality rate, he becomes entangled in a web of mystery and danger. The story unfolds with elements of horror, suspenseful detective work, and science fiction, all set against the backdrop of the vividly described otherworldly surroundings of Punktown. Jeffrey Thomas's writing style skillfully weaves together a complex and imaginative narrative, introducing readers to a diverse cast of characters and keeping them on the edge of their seats with unexpected plot twists.
The novel 'Health Agent' combines the medical thriller genre with the excitement of a well-written detective novel, offering readers a thrilling and immersive reading experience. With stunningly unique characters and a complicated, imaginative storyline, Jeffrey Thomas crafts a world that feels both familiar and unsettling, drawing readers into the dark and detailed settings of Punktown and keeping them engrossed in the fast-paced narrative.
- #4
Save:'Punktown' by Jeffrey Thomas is a collection of science fiction and horror stories set in an alien city on a distant planet. The stories feature a variety of sci-fi elements, with unique and mysterious alien cultures alongside flawed yet interesting human characters. The narrative style is described as terse and straightforward, creating highly visual paragraphs that convey the plot effectively while maintaining a heavy atmosphere. delves into themes of existential despair, individual tragedies, and the corrupting influence of the city of Punktown on its residents.
It was naked and fetal-curled like a withered spider, rain drops bursting all over its white skeletal body. Its face was turned up to the sky, lips folded back from a frozen gnash of black teeth. Its ...
