Fuzzy Nation

By: John Scalzi

Narrated by: Wil Wheaton, John Scalzi - introduction

Length: 7 hrs and 19 mins

Publisher's summary

In John Scalzi's re-imagining of H. Beam Piper's 1962 sci-fi classic Little Fuzzy, written with the full cooperation of the Piper Estate, Jack Holloway works alone for reasons he doesn't care to talk about. On the distant planet Zarathustra, Jack is content as an independent contractor for ZaraCorp, prospecting and surveying at his own pace. As for his past, that's not up for discussion.

Then, in the wake of an accidental cliff collapse, Jack discovers a seam of unimaginably valuable jewels, to which he manages to lay legal claim just as ZaraCorp is cancelling their contract with him for his part in causing the collapse. Briefly in the catbird seat, legally speaking, Jack pressures ZaraCorp into recognizing his claim, and cuts them in as partners to help extract the wealth.

But there's another wrinkle to ZaraCorp's relationship with the planet Zarathustra. Their entire legal right to exploit the verdant Earth-like planet, the basis of the wealth they derive from extracting its resources, is based on being able to certify to the authorities on Earth that Zarathustra is home to no sentient species. Then a small furry biped - trusting, appealing, and ridiculously cute - shows up at Jack's outback home. Followed by its family. As it dawns on Jack that despite their stature, these are people, he begins to suspect that ZaraCorp's claim to a planet's worth of wealth is very flimsy indeed and that ZaraCorp may stop at nothing to eliminate the fuzzys before their existence becomes more widely known.

©2011 John Scalzi (P)2011 Audible, Inc.

Critic reviews

• Audie Award Winner, Science Fiction, 2012

“[Scalzi’s] style and skill make it a highly entertaining read. It succeeds both as a new novel from a talented writer and as a tribute and gateway to Piper’s work.” ( Wired)

"It’s a wonderful book.... [T]he way that Scalzi puts that wonderful novel of Piper’s into a fresher context is cynically lovely.... Year’s best? Yeah, one of them." ( The San Diego Union-Tribune)

“A perfectly executed plot clicks its way to a stunning courtroom showdown in a cathartic finish that will thrill Fuzzy fans old and new.” ( Publishers Weekly)

Great Book

Very intriguing story, excellent narration. Wil Wheaton really does a great job imparting the nuances of the dialog.

Sentience on the line, against corporate greed.

What made the experience of listening to Fuzzy Nation the most enjoyable?

Another world involved in corporate planetary interpersonal & environmental rape humorously presented through an aggressive disbarred attorney's but well thought out battles.

Which scene was your favorite?

Courtroom climax scene

This needs to be a movie

I find it amusing that this was narrated by Wil Wheaton if they ever make the movie out of it the only person qualified to play Jack Holloway is Nathan Fillion

Great aliens.

The aliens are really fun and interesting. The characters are not that well developed but still good fun but the main character who had very unclear motives does not get satisfactorily explained at feel a bit flat at the end. Still it was a good story will work the time.

Loved it!

This book was witty, entertaining and touching, with a satisfying ending. What more could you ask?

what's not to like?

Would you consider the audio edition of Fuzzy Nation to be better than the print version?

Better if you drive a lot. I also enjoy holding a book and sitting in my chair to read.

What other book might you compare Fuzzy Nation to and why?

Little Fuzzy, which was twinned with Fuzzy Nation.

Have you listened to any of Wil Wheaton and John Scalzi (Introduction) ’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No. well read.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

I wouldn't...I prefer books.

Brilliant narration for a hilarious and moving story

I am deeply glad I trusted this author and narrator combo and bought this audiobook on a whim. I haven’t laughed so hard or cried so much for any audiobook in years. My deepest thanks to both John Scalzi and Wil Wheaton for this gift of a book.

great story, great oration. a review must be

a review required at least twenty words. Jesus Christ my face. great plot twists, funny too.

Scalzi at his best

Decided to write a small review after my second listen. This is a fantastic story. Typical Scalzi humor keeps you laughing though out the whole book and Will really does a great job narrating (as usual). I actually bought this one in print and passed it around my group of friends and everyone loved it. Definitely give this one a listen. It's in my top 5 favorites from audible.

I bought this on the $4.95 sale and I'm so glad!

What did you love best about Fuzzy Nation?

Warm, funny, engrossing, narration

What did you like best about this story?

It's a delight - and every description of Carl the dog made me want to go hug my guy.

What does Wil Wheaton and John Scalzi - introduction bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Some context. not a big deal.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

laughed

Any additional comments?

This is a great ride.