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Feral Creatures - by Kira Jane Buxton (Hardcover)

Feral Creatures - by  Kira Jane Buxton (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"Once upon an apocalypse, there lived an obscenely handsome American crow named S.T., which was, of course, short for Sh*t Turd ... When the world last checked-in with its beloved Cheeto addict, the planet had been overrun by flesh-hungry, zombie-like beasts, and all things natural had started staking claim to territory that had previously been inhabited by humans. And S.T., alongside his Bloodhound-bestie Dennis, had set about saving pets that had become trapped in homes after the extinction of the MoFos (aka, the pets' long-gone owners). That is, dear reader, until S.T. stumbled upon something so rare--and so precious--that he vowed to do everything in his power to safeguard what could, quite literally, be humanity's last hope for survival. But in a world plagued by prejudiced animals, unstable environments, and new threats so terrifying they make zombies look like cuddly bunnies, what's a crow to do? Go on another big-hearted, death-defying adventure, that's what, with a fabulous new cast of animal characters in tow"--<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>In this stunning follow-up to <i>Hollow Kingdom </i>and <i>Seattle Times</i>/</b><b>Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association bestseller​</b><b>, the animal kingdom's "favorite apocalyptic hero"<i></i>is back with a renewed sense of hope for humanity, </b><b>ready to take on a world ravaged by a viral pandemic (Helen Macdonald).</b> <p/><i>Once upon an apocalypse, there lived an obscenely handsome American crow named S.T.</i> . . . <p/>When the world last checked-in with its favorite Cheeto addict, the planet had been overrun by flesh-hungry beasts, and nature had started re-claiming her territory from humankind. S.T., the intrepid crow, alongside his bloodhound-bestie Dennis, had set about saving pets that had become trapped in their homes after humanity went the way of the dodo. <p/>That is, dear reader, until S.T. stumbled upon something so rare--and so precious--that he vowed to do everything in his power to safeguard what could, quite literally, be humanity's last hope for survival. But in a wild world plagued by prejudiced animals, feather-raising environments, new threats so terrifying they make zombies look like baby bunnies, and a horrendous dearth of cheesy snacks, what's a crow to do? <p/>Why, wing it on another big-hearted, death-defying adventure, that's what! Joined by a fabulous new cast of animal characters, S.T. faces many new challenges plus his biggest one yet: parenthood. <p/>MOST ANTICIPATED by <i>Bustle </i>and "Sci-Fi Thriller" recommendation from <i>Buzzfeed</i>.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"Buxton combines dad joke-level humor with powerful and lyrical writing in a way I've never seen before. My eyes will be peeled for her next release!"--<i><b>Book Riot</b></i><br><br>"Buxton continues her genre-melding tale with sizzling wit and a deep knowledge of pop culture."--<i><b>Seattle Times</b></i><br><br>"Kira Jane Buxton's <i>Hollow Kingdom</i> introduced an unforgettable crowtagonist in S.T., a human-raised crow fond of pop-culture allusions and relentless animal puns. In <i>Feral Creatures</i>, S.T. carries on his hilariously narrated postapocalyptic adventures in a sequel that expands and evolves Buxton's post-human world. As in her first book, Buxton excels at managing tone, quickly shifting from outrageously silly jokes to darker meditations on humanity's destructive impact on nature . . . hilarious and heartbreaking." --<i><b>Shelf Awareness, Starred Review</b></i><br><br>"Long-awaited."--<i><b>Bustle</b></i><br><br>"Digs even deeper into S.T.'s world and, let me tell you, reading about an entire planet succumbing to a deadly virus hits differently in 2021. Suddenly S.T.'s universe feels pretty familiar."--<i><b>Chicago Review of Books</b></i><br><br>"Heartfelt, hilarious, and terrifying . . . connects us even more deeply to the natural world and its marvels with humor, horror, and complex and engaging characters. Environmentally conscious dystopian literature has never been so much fun!" --<i><b>Eat Sleep Pop</b></i><br><br>"More sardonic, sassier, and stronger than ever . . . If you're looking to be entertained, look no further. Start reading this series, especially if you're an animal lover, and if you like fast-paced stories filled with humorous quips and comebacks from witty animals."--<i><b>Nerd Daily</b></i><br><br>"Readers who fell in love with <i>Hollow Kingdom</i> will not be disappointed by book two . . . S.T.'s struggles [are] both humorous and heart-wrenching in this powerful follow-up."--<i><b>Buzzfeed</b></i><br><br>"Brilliant humor, clever characters, and an intriguing look at the relationship between parents and the children who don't conform to their expectations."--<i><b>Kirkus</b></i><br><br>"Buxton balances the snarky humor and moving tenderness of her delightful protagonist with genuine tension. Fans of postapocalyptic dangers and witty narration will eat up this charming story."--<i><b>Publishers Weekly</b></i><br><br>Buxton's quirky ideas and compelling nonhuman characters will satisfy literary fiction and zombie genre enthusiasts alike who are looking for something beguilingly different.--<i><b>Booklist, Starred Review for Hollow Kingdom</b></i><br><br>Kira Jane Buxton has created a crow so full of personality you won't even miss the company of humans.--<i><b>Zoe Zolbrod, author of The Telling and Currency and former editor at The Rumpus, Praise for Hollow Kingdom</b></i><br><br>Kira Jane Buxton's voice is fresh, like a newly dug grave, but so joyful and honest you'll laugh out loud, and then check to make sure you haven't lost an eyeball.--<i><b>Jamie Ford, New York Times bestselling author of Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet, Praise for Hollow Kingdom</b></i><br><br>S.T., the irrepressible, cursing crow is my new favorite apocalyptic hero.--<i><b>Helen Macdonald, New York Times bestselling author of H Is for Hawk, Praise for Hollow Kingdom</b></i><br><br>With infinite heart and humor, Kira Jane Buxton's fine-feathered narrator guides us through richly imagined animal realms while braving the terrifying collapse of the human world.--<i><b>Mona Awad, author of 13 Ways of Looking at a Fat Girl and Bunny, Praise for Hollow Kingdom</b></i><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Kira Jane Buxton</b>'s debut novel, <i>Hollow Kingdom</i>, was a finalist for the Thurber Prize for American Humor, the Audie Awards, and the Washington State Book Awards, and was named a best book of 2019 by NPR, <i> Book Riot</i>, and<i> Good Housekeeping</i>. She spends her time with three cats, a dog, two crows, a charm of hummingbirds, five Steller's jays, two dark-eyed juncos, two squirrels, and a husband.

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