Starter Villain

Laugh-out-loud funny, intricately plotted, and big-hearted, Starter Villain is a turbo-charged tale by Locus and Hugo Award-winning author John Scalzi. Charlie discovers a family business with a difference when he inherits a top-secret, international supervillain operation from his recently deceased Uncle Jake. This business comes with a hidden headquarters, minions, talking cats, and villainous rivals worthy of James Bond.

Divorced, broke, and emotionally dependent on his cat, Charlie hasn't been loving life. However, things take a turn when he learns about his inheritance, especially as Jake's vengeful rivals ambush the funeral. Charlie must decide whether to remain stuck in his rut or step up to take on the business, the enemies, the minions, and the hidden volcano lair.

Even more challenging are the talking, computer-savvy cats that are part of the management team. If Charlie accepts his inheritance, could this lifeline become a death wish? Or could it finally be his chance to shine?

You will laugh so loudly you will wish you weren't reading in public. Prepare to be delighted. The book had me hooked from page one.