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Synopsis
"Joseph Bates's debut collection, Tomorrowland, offers stories full of strange attractions and uncanny conceits, a world of freakish former child stars, abused Elvis impersonators, derelict roadside attractions, apocalyptic small towns, and parallel universes where you make out with your ex. At its core, the world of Tomorrowland is our own, though reflected off a funhouse mirror, revealing our hopes and deepest fears to comic, heartbreaking effect"--Provided by publisher.
Tomorrowland: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This literary short story collection contains adult themes including substance abuse, emotional distress, and likely contains moderate sexual content and profanity throughout. The surreal, often dark humor explores damaged lives and American cultural decay.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, moderate sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include substance abuse, emotional abuse, and mental illness.
Who'll love this
Adult readers who enjoy quirky, darkly comic literary fiction with fantastical elements will appreciate these offbeat character studies.