Green City Wars 9781035045723 Hardback

In a city of sunshine and secrets, the shadows belong to the animals.In a solar-powered future, humans live in luxury, served by unseen Little Helpers artificially enhanced animals who maintain their masters perfect green cities. The animals number one rule: do not bother the humans. Yet, beneath this tranquil facade, a complex underworld of animal politics, crime and conflict thrives.Enter Skotch, a freelance raccoon investigator. Until now, his biggest problem has been a lack of work. Now, his work may get him killed. His latest case? Finding a fugitive mouse scientist. But powerful forces are also after Doctor Meece, and theyre willing to kill for his secrets.Can Skotch navigate this treacherous web, outsmart rat gangsters, beat a deadly weasel assassin and keep his pelt intact? More importantly, can he find his quarry before the elusive rodent breaks Rule One in the most apocalyptic way and shatters their fragile world?For those who loved John ScalzisStarter Villain andAdrian TchaikovskysService Model,Green City Warsis a crime-inspired adventure that will draw you deep into an incredible new world . . .* * *Praise for Adrian TchaikovskyOne of the most interesting and accomplished writers in speculative fiction Christopher Paolini, author of The Inheritance Cycle seriesFantastic and highly imaginative Peter F. Hamilton, bestselling author ofPandora’s StarPicking up an Adrian Tchaikovsky book is proof you love your brain and want it to be happy John Scalzi, bestselling author ofStarter VillainAn intriguing puzzle with plenty of thrillsThe Guardian