Mark C.
Another great offering from Grady Hendrix. As in My Best Friend's Exorcism, he delicately walks the line between having something to say--in this case, about the surveillance state, soul-sucking corporate power, and the redeeming potential of inspiration and honest art--and not taking taking himself or his characters too seriously. And the terror and the gore always work because they are integral to a compelling story. The gritty voice of the narrator fits perfectly with the main character, and she does a great job conveying emotion and terror. Her range doesn't quite allow for distinct voices for different characters, especially the men, but that is not a huge drawback. In a way, it fits with the story.