In the Lives of Puppets

In the Lives of Puppets is a riveting masterpiece by renowned author T. J. Klune. Published in 2023 by MACMILLAN USA, this book delves into a world of intrigue, mystery, and drama. The genre of the book is not easily defined, as it seamlessly blends elements of suspense, romance, and fantasy, creating a unique narrative that keeps readers hooked from the first page to the last. Klune's storytelling prowess is on full display in this work, with his ability to create complex characters and weave intricate plots that captivate the reader's imagination. In the Lives of Puppets is more than just a book; it's an exploration of the human condition, a journey through the complexities of life, love, and everything in between. This book is a testament to Klune's writing skills and a must-read for anyone looking for an engaging and thought-provoking read. Published by MACMILLAN USA, it's a testament to the high-quality literature that they consistently produce. Don't miss out on this literary gem.

New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune invites you deep into the heart of a peculiar forest and on the extraordinary journey of a family assembled from spare parts.In a strange little home built into the branches of a grove of trees, live three robots-fatherly inventor android Giovanni Lawson, a pleasantly sadistic nurse machine, and a small vacuum desperate for love and attention. Victor Lawson, a human, lives there too. They're a family, hidden and safe.The day Vic salvages and repairs an unfamiliar android labelled "HAP," he learns of a shared dark past between Hap and Gio-a past spent hunting humans.When Hap unwittingly alerts robots from Gio's former life to their whereabouts, the family is no longer hidden and safe. Gio is captured and taken back to his old laboratory in the City of Electric Dreams. So together, the rest of Vic's assembled family must journey across an unforgiving and otherworldly country to rescue Gio from decommission, or worse, reprogramming.Along the way to save Gio, amid conflicted feelings of betrayal and affection for Hap, Vic must decide for himself: Can he accept love with strings attached?Inspired by Carlo Collodi's The Adventures of Pinocchio, and like Swiss Family Robinson meets Wall-E, In the Lives of Puppets is a masterful stand-alone fantasy adventure from the beloved author who brought you The House in the Cerulean Sea and Under the Whispering Door.