Zoo City by Lauren Beukes, Philibert-Caillat Laurent Beukes Lauren
"Zoo City" by Lauren Beukes is a gripping urban fantasy novel set in a gritty Johannesburg where people who have committed a crime are magically bonded with an animal familiar. The story follows Zinzi December, a former journalist with a sloth on her back, as she becomes embroiled in a dangerous mystery involving a missing pop star and a dark conspiracy that threatens her newfound stability. With its unique blend of crime, magic, and social commentary, "Zoo City" explores themes of redemption, identity, and the consequences of our actions in a captivating and thought-provoking way.
The 9752nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2010
- Nationality
- South African
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 384
- Words
- 104,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 90th on Top 100 Fantasy Books (Fantasy Book Review)
- Arthur C. Clarke Award (Arthur C. Clarke Award)