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Synopsis
New York City has collapsed, and a veteran, nicknamed "Dewey Decimal" because he works in the New York Public Library, agrees to become a henchman for a New York D. A., but soon comes to regret his participation in the violence and mayhem involved in his work.
The Dewey Decimal System: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
Adult post-apocalyptic noir featuring strong violence, organized crime, and a morally compromised veteran protagonist working as a henchman in collapsed New York City. Dark themes of regret and complicity in violence.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and strong language. Content notes include graphic violence, murder, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers interested in dark, gritty post-apocalyptic stories will find a morally complex protagonist navigating violence and redemption.