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Asparagus Grass
Mitch Kuiper works in the parks for Newtown Council and the bane of his life is asparagus grass – a tough spiky weed that will conquer entire suburbs if not ripped out wherever it takes root.
Mitch is a man of simple tastes. He loves drinking beer and watching sport but, as the story opens, becomes involved with two quirky young women. Lisa is a permanent uni student engaged in some very arcane research. The other (Marty Mindshadow) has an even more mysterious secret and, as Mitch is drawn into their worlds, finds his head exploding with the enormity of the perils before him – a galactic war, in which he has suddenly become a key player.
How can a Sydney gardener save not just the Earth, but the galaxy that contains it?
A secret tale of pan-cosmic enormity.
'Another imaginative Adrian Deans’ rollercoaster ride on an extra-terrestrial scale.'
Peter Goldsworthy AM (Maestro; Honk If You Are Jesus)
Mitch is a man of simple tastes. He loves drinking beer and watching sport but, as the story opens, becomes involved with two quirky young women. Lisa is a permanent uni student engaged in some very arcane research. The other (Marty Mindshadow) has an even more mysterious secret and, as Mitch is drawn into their worlds, finds his head exploding with the enormity of the perils before him – a galactic war, in which he has suddenly become a key player.
How can a Sydney gardener save not just the Earth, but the galaxy that contains it?
A secret tale of pan-cosmic enormity.
'Another imaginative Adrian Deans’ rollercoaster ride on an extra-terrestrial scale.'
Peter Goldsworthy AM (Maestro; Honk If You Are Jesus)
294 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 5, 2023
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Adrian Deans
8 books49 followersAdrian Deans is a lawyer, journalist and novelist. He has been writing seriously for 30 years and in that time has seen his darkly comic speculative fiction stories gradually morph into darkly comic crime - then back to spec fiction. His novels, Mr Cleansheets (Vulgar Press, 2010) and Straight Jacket (High Horse, 2013) received some critical acclaim and Straight Jacket was optioned by Ealing Studios in the UK. The Fighting Man was his debut historical novel (High Horse, 2017), but in 2020 he blended offbeat crime with spec fiction to produce Welcome to Ord City. His latest novel, Asparagus Grass (2023), sees Adrian on the edge of science fiction and firmly entrenched among Australia's more original storytellers.
Adrian is represented by Golvan Arts Management.
Adrian is represented by Golvan Arts Management.
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June 30, 2023
Spoilers: Since Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Science Fiction has shown us that if an alien invasion is ever upon us, then we should look for some unassuming idiot because apparently that idiot is the galaxy's pick for the one who will save us all.
The Idiot Du Jour in Adrian Deans' Asparagus Grass is Mitch Kuiper, a gardening assistant in Newton Council parks department. Besides cleaning up the grounds, his daily activities usually consist of trying to stay out of his super Garrett's bad side, avoiding suck ups like Timmy O'Toole, drinking with his best mate, Cam, and sleeping with any woman who looks his way. The sleeping with is what gets him intergalactic interest because he slept with Martina Vader AKA Marty Mindshadow. Marty works in the office of the parks department and is considered drop dead gorgeous but strange.
It is only after they are together does Mitch realize how strange Marty actually is. She takes him in a mini shuttle, called a shell, and takes him to a space station to tell him the truth. She is part of the Aelur, an alien race that lived on the Earth for thousands of years. However, another race, the Xyk, took over Earth by using their own greed, ambition, and dominant nature. Because of this, the Aelur plan to destroy Earth. Mitch manages to get a negotiation that if the current head Xyk is taken out then Earth will be spared. Marty and the other Aelur agree except now Mitch has seven days before the planet goes boom boom bye bye.
Asparagus Grass is one of those novels that will describe the potential end of the world but does so in a satiric or farcical light to keep things humorous. Part of the humor is in its lead character. Mitch is the last guy anyone expects to be a savior of anything, which Marty insists means he's perfect. The Aelur are a race that believes in equality so much that no one strives for leadership positions. They consider that a Xyk trait. Mitch definitely is not leadership material. In fact, he only attends a leadership seminar because his boss, Garrett, cajoles him into it.
Most of Mitch's actions consist of either making dumb decisions or getting out of them through chance and luck.
In one chapter, he decides that Marty's news is so grave and could put him in danger, that it would be best not to tell anyone. In the very next paragraph, what does he do? Tell Cam after a few drinks. He also foolishly sleeps with another woman, Lisa, and continues to talk to her even after he learns, oops, she's a Xyk.
He's supposed to be a hero. No one ever said that he was smart.
Marty is also a fascinating character. At first, she appears to be a vapid and spacy airhead, or possibly has ADHD, but when she reveals her truth, she is a lot smarter than many give her credit for. She becomes a source of wisdom for the information that is going on but she also lives a hedonistic lifestyle free of Earth restraints. She boasts of many lovers and doesn't care if Mitch has any (though certainly gives him an "I told you so" about Lisa). In fact, she says that because she spent so much time on Earth with hedonists, she developed her vague "Mindshadow" persona.
Asparagus Grass has some fun with conspiracy theories by making the Xyk members of a secret organization that of course plan on taking over the world. Of course, they happen to be meeting right when the infamous Bilderberg group is also meeting, leaving Our Heroes to infiltrate a protest group against them. They have to find out which Bilderbergers and protestors are really Xyk and where the ones who are Xyk are having an even more secret meeting. The plot points and twists are enough to give one a headache.
Despite that the book is mostly played with laughs, there are some genuine moments of suspense. The fact that the Xyk could be anyone that they know definitely carries a lot of paranoia within the characters, not to mention that a character who was once very friendly is now ready to kill them because their Xyk Overlords insist on it.
There are also some moments of genuine warmth between Mitch, Marty, and the friends they make on their journey. It isn't just one laugh per page. There is time for plenty of other emotions.
Asparagus Grass is one of those books that describes a potential end of the world but does so with plenty of humor so the Reader doesn't mind.
The Idiot Du Jour in Adrian Deans' Asparagus Grass is Mitch Kuiper, a gardening assistant in Newton Council parks department. Besides cleaning up the grounds, his daily activities usually consist of trying to stay out of his super Garrett's bad side, avoiding suck ups like Timmy O'Toole, drinking with his best mate, Cam, and sleeping with any woman who looks his way. The sleeping with is what gets him intergalactic interest because he slept with Martina Vader AKA Marty Mindshadow. Marty works in the office of the parks department and is considered drop dead gorgeous but strange.
It is only after they are together does Mitch realize how strange Marty actually is. She takes him in a mini shuttle, called a shell, and takes him to a space station to tell him the truth. She is part of the Aelur, an alien race that lived on the Earth for thousands of years. However, another race, the Xyk, took over Earth by using their own greed, ambition, and dominant nature. Because of this, the Aelur plan to destroy Earth. Mitch manages to get a negotiation that if the current head Xyk is taken out then Earth will be spared. Marty and the other Aelur agree except now Mitch has seven days before the planet goes boom boom bye bye.
Asparagus Grass is one of those novels that will describe the potential end of the world but does so in a satiric or farcical light to keep things humorous. Part of the humor is in its lead character. Mitch is the last guy anyone expects to be a savior of anything, which Marty insists means he's perfect. The Aelur are a race that believes in equality so much that no one strives for leadership positions. They consider that a Xyk trait. Mitch definitely is not leadership material. In fact, he only attends a leadership seminar because his boss, Garrett, cajoles him into it.
Most of Mitch's actions consist of either making dumb decisions or getting out of them through chance and luck.
In one chapter, he decides that Marty's news is so grave and could put him in danger, that it would be best not to tell anyone. In the very next paragraph, what does he do? Tell Cam after a few drinks. He also foolishly sleeps with another woman, Lisa, and continues to talk to her even after he learns, oops, she's a Xyk.
He's supposed to be a hero. No one ever said that he was smart.
Marty is also a fascinating character. At first, she appears to be a vapid and spacy airhead, or possibly has ADHD, but when she reveals her truth, she is a lot smarter than many give her credit for. She becomes a source of wisdom for the information that is going on but she also lives a hedonistic lifestyle free of Earth restraints. She boasts of many lovers and doesn't care if Mitch has any (though certainly gives him an "I told you so" about Lisa). In fact, she says that because she spent so much time on Earth with hedonists, she developed her vague "Mindshadow" persona.
Asparagus Grass has some fun with conspiracy theories by making the Xyk members of a secret organization that of course plan on taking over the world. Of course, they happen to be meeting right when the infamous Bilderberg group is also meeting, leaving Our Heroes to infiltrate a protest group against them. They have to find out which Bilderbergers and protestors are really Xyk and where the ones who are Xyk are having an even more secret meeting. The plot points and twists are enough to give one a headache.
Despite that the book is mostly played with laughs, there are some genuine moments of suspense. The fact that the Xyk could be anyone that they know definitely carries a lot of paranoia within the characters, not to mention that a character who was once very friendly is now ready to kill them because their Xyk Overlords insist on it.
There are also some moments of genuine warmth between Mitch, Marty, and the friends they make on their journey. It isn't just one laugh per page. There is time for plenty of other emotions.
Asparagus Grass is one of those books that describes a potential end of the world but does so with plenty of humor so the Reader doesn't mind.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 5, 2023
As a lover of books that blend the mundane with the extraordinary, I found myself utterly captivated by Adrian Deans' Asparagus Grass. The story centers around Mitch Kuiper, a simple man with simple tastes, working for Newtown Council. His primary adversary? A spiky weed known as asparagus grass. Little did I know that this seemingly ordinary premise would soon catapult me into a tale of cosmic proportions.
Mitch, a man more comfortable with a beer in hand and a game on the TV, finds himself entangled with two enigmatic women. Lisa, a perpetual university student with research that borders on the mystical, and Marty Mindshadow, a woman shrouded in mystery. As I followed Mitch's journey into their worlds, I felt my own reality expanding, my sense of what was possible stretching to its limits.
Suddenly, Mitch is not just battling weeds in the park, but a galactic war. The stakes are not just his job, but the Earth and the galaxy it resides in. As a reader, I was on the edge of my seat, wondering how a Sydney gardener could possibly rise to such a monumental challenge.
Adrian Deans has crafted a narrative that is both grounded and fantastical with impeccable sense of humor, a story that is as much about the struggles of everyday life as it is about the survival of the galaxy. It's a ride that takes you from the familiar to the unknown and back again, leaving you breathless and eager for more.
Asparagus Grass is a book that will stay with me for a long time, a testament to the power of imagination and the potential that lies in the most ordinary of us.
Mitch, a man more comfortable with a beer in hand and a game on the TV, finds himself entangled with two enigmatic women. Lisa, a perpetual university student with research that borders on the mystical, and Marty Mindshadow, a woman shrouded in mystery. As I followed Mitch's journey into their worlds, I felt my own reality expanding, my sense of what was possible stretching to its limits.
Suddenly, Mitch is not just battling weeds in the park, but a galactic war. The stakes are not just his job, but the Earth and the galaxy it resides in. As a reader, I was on the edge of my seat, wondering how a Sydney gardener could possibly rise to such a monumental challenge.
Adrian Deans has crafted a narrative that is both grounded and fantastical with impeccable sense of humor, a story that is as much about the struggles of everyday life as it is about the survival of the galaxy. It's a ride that takes you from the familiar to the unknown and back again, leaving you breathless and eager for more.
Asparagus Grass is a book that will stay with me for a long time, a testament to the power of imagination and the potential that lies in the most ordinary of us.
July 6, 2023
#ad I received a gifted copy of this book and leave this review of my own accord. Many thanks to @tide.phoenix.coffee #partner
This book is a fascinating blend of science fiction, humor, and everyday life, with a hidden story of vast cosmic proportions. It follows the everyday struggles of Mitch Kuiper, a parks worker for Newtown Council, as he fights against the stubborn spread of asparagus grass, a weed that poses a serious threat to entire neighborhoods.
As Mitch realizes the vast dangers he must face, the story takes an unexpected turn. Not only must he save Earth, but he also must protect the entire galaxy. Throughout his journey, he encounters cosmic battles, strange events, and even deals with the everyday struggles of being a gardener in Sydney.
This story is a delightful mixture of humor and cosmic adventure. The author's clever writing style adds a lighthearted touch to the story, while also exploring the vastness of the universe and how seemingly ordinary lives are connected to grand cosmic events.
In the story, Mitch transforms from a humble gardener to an unexpected hero, offering an engaging and insightful look into personal development and the potential of ordinary people in exceptional situations.
If you enjoy science fiction and unconventional narratives, you'll find this book to be a delightful and captivating read. It combines everyday life, cosmic battles, and eccentric characters to provide a fresh take on the vastness of the universe and how unlikely heroes can arise from ordinary circumstances. I recommend to every reader.
This book is a fascinating blend of science fiction, humor, and everyday life, with a hidden story of vast cosmic proportions. It follows the everyday struggles of Mitch Kuiper, a parks worker for Newtown Council, as he fights against the stubborn spread of asparagus grass, a weed that poses a serious threat to entire neighborhoods.
As Mitch realizes the vast dangers he must face, the story takes an unexpected turn. Not only must he save Earth, but he also must protect the entire galaxy. Throughout his journey, he encounters cosmic battles, strange events, and even deals with the everyday struggles of being a gardener in Sydney.
This story is a delightful mixture of humor and cosmic adventure. The author's clever writing style adds a lighthearted touch to the story, while also exploring the vastness of the universe and how seemingly ordinary lives are connected to grand cosmic events.
In the story, Mitch transforms from a humble gardener to an unexpected hero, offering an engaging and insightful look into personal development and the potential of ordinary people in exceptional situations.
If you enjoy science fiction and unconventional narratives, you'll find this book to be a delightful and captivating read. It combines everyday life, cosmic battles, and eccentric characters to provide a fresh take on the vastness of the universe and how unlikely heroes can arise from ordinary circumstances. I recommend to every reader.
July 6, 2023
The Hitchhikers’ Guide for Adults
Good satire is rare these days so it’s a joy to find a book dealing with important social and political issues without ramming its preachy message down your throat. Add a cracking plot and you have a winner.
On the surface, this is a boy’s own adventure to save the world, but it is so much more than that. I was reminded often of Kurt Vonnegut and Douglas Adams when reading about Mitch Kuiper. He’s not Billy Pilgrim and he’s not Arthur Dent, but he has some of their characteristics, not least that he is plucked from obscurity for a fantastical journey. I couldn't help but like him, and he turns out to be a lot smarter than you might initially think.
There are a couple of really strong female players who were so central to the plot, the story couldn’t have worked without them. Both Lisa and Marty (Martina) were really fascinating, for very different reasons, and I loved their scenes.
I also loved the way the various plot threads came together to raise the tempo in the final Act – super gripping and quite emotional in places. Really well written with some great twists and revelations.
It’s a highly intelligent novel for all its laddish style, with a pretty important message. It's clearly set up for a sequel so I already have that pencilled in. Soon please.
Good satire is rare these days so it’s a joy to find a book dealing with important social and political issues without ramming its preachy message down your throat. Add a cracking plot and you have a winner.
On the surface, this is a boy’s own adventure to save the world, but it is so much more than that. I was reminded often of Kurt Vonnegut and Douglas Adams when reading about Mitch Kuiper. He’s not Billy Pilgrim and he’s not Arthur Dent, but he has some of their characteristics, not least that he is plucked from obscurity for a fantastical journey. I couldn't help but like him, and he turns out to be a lot smarter than you might initially think.
There are a couple of really strong female players who were so central to the plot, the story couldn’t have worked without them. Both Lisa and Marty (Martina) were really fascinating, for very different reasons, and I loved their scenes.
I also loved the way the various plot threads came together to raise the tempo in the final Act – super gripping and quite emotional in places. Really well written with some great twists and revelations.
It’s a highly intelligent novel for all its laddish style, with a pretty important message. It's clearly set up for a sequel so I already have that pencilled in. Soon please.
July 24, 2023
As a dog lover, I found “Asparagus Grass” by Adrian Deans to be a delightful read. The protagonist, Mitch Kuiper, is a man of simple tastes, much like myself. He loves his beer and sports, and he has a job that allows him to be outdoors, in the parks, every day. I could almost feel the sun on my face and the grass under my feet as I read.
The book’s main antagonist is not a person, but a plant – asparagus grass. It’s a tough, spiky weed that threatens to overrun the parks that Mitch loves so much. As a dog owner, I could relate to Mitch’s battle against the asparagus grass. Just like him, I want to keep the parks clean and safe for all to enjoy, including our four-legged friends.
Deans does an excellent job of creating a world that is so real, you can almost touch it. His descriptions of the parks, the battle against the asparagus grass, and Mitch’s simple life are vivid and engaging. I found myself rooting for Mitch in his quest to protect his beloved parks.
In conclusion, “Asparagus Grass” is a book about the simple things in life and the love of nature. It’s a book that resonates with me as a dog lover, as it reminds us of the importance of preserving our parks and green spaces for everyone to enjoy, including our pets. I highly recommend it to fellow dog lovers and anyone who appreciates a good story about man’s struggle against nature.
Five stars!
The book’s main antagonist is not a person, but a plant – asparagus grass. It’s a tough, spiky weed that threatens to overrun the parks that Mitch loves so much. As a dog owner, I could relate to Mitch’s battle against the asparagus grass. Just like him, I want to keep the parks clean and safe for all to enjoy, including our four-legged friends.
Deans does an excellent job of creating a world that is so real, you can almost touch it. His descriptions of the parks, the battle against the asparagus grass, and Mitch’s simple life are vivid and engaging. I found myself rooting for Mitch in his quest to protect his beloved parks.
In conclusion, “Asparagus Grass” is a book about the simple things in life and the love of nature. It’s a book that resonates with me as a dog lover, as it reminds us of the importance of preserving our parks and green spaces for everyone to enjoy, including our pets. I highly recommend it to fellow dog lovers and anyone who appreciates a good story about man’s struggle against nature.
Five stars!
July 6, 2023
So… this was interesting. If the hitchhiker’s guide to the galaxy and Mars attacks had a baby this would be it. It had its own unique twists and its own set of groan worthy scenes.
However stupid those two things are, they are entertaining. This too was stupid, but entertaining.
The first part of the book felt like a man’s wet dream featuring aliens. I almost didn’t finish, but I’m glad I did. The second part was funny, action packed, and sucked me in.
Mitch isn’t a hero as much as a guy that things happened too. The characters were interesting but I didn’t really care what happened to them. (Speaking of… wth ever happened with Alice)
I was Invested in what happened to the Earth.
Ok so in summery..is this book worth it.
It’s a light read with funny and groan worthy scenes. If you like things like Mars Attacks and the Hitchhiker’s guide to the galaxy, then I do believe you will enjoy this book. It’s not a hard hitting book with deep meaning (well other than a story moral about people getting in the way of equality). This book isn’t made to be hard hitting. It’s to be enjoyed for the fun alien satire story that it is.
I was given this book for free for an honest review.
However stupid those two things are, they are entertaining. This too was stupid, but entertaining.
The first part of the book felt like a man’s wet dream featuring aliens. I almost didn’t finish, but I’m glad I did. The second part was funny, action packed, and sucked me in.
Mitch isn’t a hero as much as a guy that things happened too. The characters were interesting but I didn’t really care what happened to them. (Speaking of… wth ever happened with Alice)
I was Invested in what happened to the Earth.
Ok so in summery..is this book worth it.
It’s a light read with funny and groan worthy scenes. If you like things like Mars Attacks and the Hitchhiker’s guide to the galaxy, then I do believe you will enjoy this book. It’s not a hard hitting book with deep meaning (well other than a story moral about people getting in the way of equality). This book isn’t made to be hard hitting. It’s to be enjoyed for the fun alien satire story that it is.
I was given this book for free for an honest review.
July 8, 2023
Asparagus Grass by Adrian Deans is a delightful romp through the cosmos that had me laughing out loud and turning pages well into the night. Deans has a knack for creating relatable characters in the most extraordinary circumstances. Mitch Kuiper, a humble Sydney gardener, is a testament to this, as he navigates the complexities of intergalactic warfare and two enigmatic women with charm and wit.
The book's strength lies in its ability to blend the mundane with the fantastical. Asparagus grass, a common weed, becomes a symbol of the larger, more insidious threats looming over our unsuspecting protagonist. The humor is sharp, the stakes are high, and the narrative is as spiky and tenacious as the asparagus grass itself.
Deans' storytelling is a masterclass in balancing humor, heart, and high-stakes drama. The characters are well-drawn, the plot is engaging, and the pacing is perfect. Asparagus Grass is a fun, fast-paced read that will leave you contemplating the cosmos and the role we play in it. Five stars for this imaginative, hilarious, and heartwarming tale. Highly recommended!
The book's strength lies in its ability to blend the mundane with the fantastical. Asparagus grass, a common weed, becomes a symbol of the larger, more insidious threats looming over our unsuspecting protagonist. The humor is sharp, the stakes are high, and the narrative is as spiky and tenacious as the asparagus grass itself.
Deans' storytelling is a masterclass in balancing humor, heart, and high-stakes drama. The characters are well-drawn, the plot is engaging, and the pacing is perfect. Asparagus Grass is a fun, fast-paced read that will leave you contemplating the cosmos and the role we play in it. Five stars for this imaginative, hilarious, and heartwarming tale. Highly recommended!
September 20, 2023
A fun read! The story and main character kept me beguiled from page one with the developing intrigue and adventure amplifying my interest and holding it right through to the end.
I loved the main characters, Mitch and Cam and the strength of their "mateship." So very Australian.
There are laughs throughout the story as the Author's cheeky sense of humor, again reflective of the facile quirkiness that is so very much a part of the Australian culture, is embodied in the male main characters.
Science fiction that doesn't take itself too seriously and yet, it will have you engrossed as the everyday heroes find themselves embroiled in an interplanetary mission to save the world.
I loved the main characters, Mitch and Cam and the strength of their "mateship." So very Australian.
There are laughs throughout the story as the Author's cheeky sense of humor, again reflective of the facile quirkiness that is so very much a part of the Australian culture, is embodied in the male main characters.
Science fiction that doesn't take itself too seriously and yet, it will have you engrossed as the everyday heroes find themselves embroiled in an interplanetary mission to save the world.
July 5, 2023
"Asparagus Grass" is a literary triumph that transcends the conventions of the science fiction genre. Adrian Deans demonstrates a keen understanding of human nature and a remarkable ability to transport readers beyond the confines of their everyday lives. The novel's blend of cosmic battles and relatable characters is a testament to the author's creative prowess, leaving readers contemplating their place in the vast pantheon of the universe. With this work, Deans has firmly established himself as a formidable force in the world of speculative fiction, and "Asparagus Grass" is sure to resonate with readers seeking a captivating, mind-expanding journey through the realms of the unknown.
October 4, 2023
This is an easy book to read, with plenty of lively action, that left me thinking much more deeply about the world we live in than I had expected. Seriously.
I found the earthly settings - local pub, council parks, the office - very familiar, but the interface with the galaxy takes over soon enough.
The author somehow intertwines global geopolitical commentary with the mundane though fanciful minutiae of daily life, somewhat ala Douglas Adams.
There’s a bit in it for the conspiracy theorists and their adversaries too.
Fun, easy to read, thought provoking.
I found the earthly settings - local pub, council parks, the office - very familiar, but the interface with the galaxy takes over soon enough.
The author somehow intertwines global geopolitical commentary with the mundane though fanciful minutiae of daily life, somewhat ala Douglas Adams.
There’s a bit in it for the conspiracy theorists and their adversaries too.
Fun, easy to read, thought provoking.
July 5, 2023
This book was a super funny, interplanetary alien science fiction where the only way the lead character can help the alien woman remember how to get back to her home planet is… to sleep with her 😂
I would like to think of this as a teenage boys dream of finding a pretty alien girl and saving the world, but it was wickedly funny, fast paced, and very well written.
A great binge read for someone who like sci fi romance with a little conspiracy.
I would like to think of this as a teenage boys dream of finding a pretty alien girl and saving the world, but it was wickedly funny, fast paced, and very well written.
A great binge read for someone who like sci fi romance with a little conspiracy.
June 15, 2023
This is the closest I ever came to DNFing a book. I just did not like this book at all. The characters weren’t likeable. The story was confusing and boring. Why did it spend so much time talking about dog poop? You could just tell it was written by a man.
July 8, 2023
Asparagus Grass catapults everyday life into an interstellar spectacle. With a beer-loving gardener as our unlikely hero, this tale weaves cosmic chaos with terrestrial toil, resulting in a narrative as gripping as it is hilarious. Adrian Deans' narrative style is a whirlwind of humor, excitement, and genuine emotion.
Five stars for this out-of-this-world adventure!
Five stars for this out-of-this-world adventure!
April 26, 2024
Mitchell Kuiper had no real aspirations in life. He is happy as a park maintenance worker during the day and drinking with his buddies at night. After a rather rowdy going away party, Mitchell found himself in bed with Martina Vader, aka Marty Mindshadow. A second night together turned into an out-of-this-world experience for Mitchell, literally. While on Mars, Marty explained to Mitchell about the Xyk infestation of Earth and that the only way to get rid of them was to blow up the planet. Now Mitchell is in a race against time to save his world and the rest of the galaxy from the invasive parasitic aliens.
Asparagus Grass is a new speculative fiction from Australian author Adrian Deans. This dark comedy is a cosmic roller coaster with wild turns and mind-bending loops. In his own twisted way, Deans pinpoints most of the world’s woes and credits them to infected leaders. Though the humor can be sophomoric at times, the message is clear. Clean up our problems before we are destroyed. For readers looking for a far-out read with aliens, free love, conspiracy theories, and even a pile of dog poop, look no further than Asparagus Grass.
This Review was Originally Published at Asparagus Grass | Chicago Book Review
Asparagus Grass is a new speculative fiction from Australian author Adrian Deans. This dark comedy is a cosmic roller coaster with wild turns and mind-bending loops. In his own twisted way, Deans pinpoints most of the world’s woes and credits them to infected leaders. Though the humor can be sophomoric at times, the message is clear. Clean up our problems before we are destroyed. For readers looking for a far-out read with aliens, free love, conspiracy theories, and even a pile of dog poop, look no further than Asparagus Grass.
This Review was Originally Published at Asparagus Grass | Chicago Book Review
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