John Scalzi

2 summariesFantasy, Science Fiction, Thriller

John Scalzi is an American author known for his contributions to science fiction. His notable works include "Old Man's War," which explores themes of aging and military service in a futuristic setting, and "Lock In," a novel that delves into identity and technology. Scalzi's writing often combines humor with thought-provoking concepts.

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Books by John Scalzi

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Old Man's War
John Scalzi
4.2 (162k) average on GoodreadsFantasy
At 75, John Perry leaves his wife's grave for an interstellar battlefield, where the Colonial Defense Force turns retirees into enhanced soldiers to fight alien wars for humanity's survival and a chance at a new life.
Lock In
John Scalzi
3.9 (56k) average on GoodreadsThriller
In a future where a virus leaves millions 'locked in' their own bodies, an FBI agent, who is himself locked in and uses an 'integrator' body, uncovers a conspiracy larger than a single murder, exploring the dark side of a new human culture.