Lock In (Lock In, #1)

by John Scalzi

“I like your mom but if she keeps up this Edwardian shit, I may have to chloroform her.”

I’m twenty-seven and it’s embarrassing to still live with my parents. Three, because my tolerance for being a prop for Dad’s political ambitions is getting lower by the day.”

“Hi,” I said. “Agent Chris Shane.” “That’s funny,” Juarez said. “You have the same name as that famous kid.” “Huh,” I said. “I suppose I do.”

“If it was a week ago, I’d say it was an honor to meet you,” Tony said, to Bell. “As it is, I can still say I admire your skill at coding.”

He figured you out. And now look at you. My brother is ten of you.”

“They’re not all like this, right?” I said. “The weeks, I mean.” “Would it be so bad if they were?” Vann asked. “Yes,” I said. “Yes. It would.”