The internet is a very strange and amazing place. And it becomes even more so in the future, where the world has been ruined by climate change and peak oil, forcing everyone online to escape the horrors of life. And then, the creator of OASIS, the virtual reality, dies, leaving behind 130 billion dollars. But to claim it, users must take part in a game, based on his obsession with '80s pop culture... This book is definitely not pandering to a mainstream audience. It is proud of it's nerdiness, and the many obscure references are integrated well into the compelling story, which is a compelling look into our perceptions on the internet vs reality.
Who would enjoy this? This is the kind of book that nerds dream of. It definitely helps to be one.
Reviewed by Liam
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