21st Century Literature discussion

In an attempt to add a bit of fun to the discussion, I'm adding a halftime break to highlight some real-life news. The narrative framework of this novel is anchored to the halftime show with Beyonce. In the first Super Bowl following the novel's publication, who else is announced as the halftime show star but...drum roll please...Beyonce!

Here's a link from Rolling Stone:
http://www.rollingstone.com/music/new....

Does this quirk of timing bring a little something extra to your reading experience? Or is it simply another "meh" moment that gets lost in all the celebrity hype?

In another moment of life imitating art, there's apparently a film adaptation of Billy Lynn in the works: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news....

The irony is almost choking me, especially considering the role of Albert Ratner in the novel.

Ha!