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CALLS MAY BE RECORDED

by one. However, over the course of a single workday, we see Jimmie manage to poke holes in precarity, reaching for moments of freedom through daydreams, illicit intrigues (real and imagined) with coworkers, and leaps over the established boundaries of customer service. Volckmer’s prose is electric, and as she skillfully unearths moments of tenderness, even ecstasy, amid the sweat and stench of abjection, she ensures this brief book lingers past its pages."

Book Details

Publisher:Of
Published:2024-01-01
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:9781953387

Reading Info

Age Range:12-18

About This Book

This sharp, contemporary thriller plunges readers into the high-stakes world of a corporate call center, where a teenage employee stumbles upon a conspiracy that puts her life and future in jeopardy....

Our Review

This sharp, contemporary thriller plunges readers into the high-stakes world of a corporate call center, where a teenage employee stumbles upon a conspiracy that puts her life and future in jeopardy. The novel masterfully captures the soul-crushing monotony of customer service while ratcheting up the tension with corporate espionage and the terrifying realization that someone is always listening. For any teen who has ever felt trapped by a dead-end job or powerless against a faceless system, this story provides a cathartic and electrifying escape.

What sets this narrative apart is its authentic, witty protagonist, whose sharp observations and relatable desperation make her a compelling guide through a world of shady corporate practices and digital surveillance. The plot is a tightly-wound coil of paranoia and suspense, exploring themes of privacy, economic anxiety, and the courage to fight back against overwhelming odds. It’s a gripping read that will resonate deeply with older teens navigating their own entry into the workforce, leaving them looking over their shoulder long after the final page.

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