A review by monicaa_d
Mickey7 by Edward Ashton

funny medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

I liked the concept of this book- the experience of a person whose job it is to die repeatedly and be regenerated, suddenly being thrown into a funky situation in which there's two of him, is a really great setup. 7 has to grapple with whether he's actually immortal, or even Mickey at all. The balance between horrible deaths and a stubborn sense of humor is reminiscent of Deadpool. 

The actual plot seemed like a bit of an afterthought- there needed to be a reason 7 survived, as well as something to create a climax and ultimately round out the narrative.

Because of that, the conflict with the Creepers is wrapped up neatly and swiftly at the end of the book, and they also take care of Mickey8, leaving 7 as the singular Mickey going forward.

Overall, this just felt like a very convenient plot- which isn't a negative, but the book is more of a character study than an action-adventure type sci-fi. 

Have you ever wondered whether, if given the chance and a willing partner, you'd have a threesome with a clone of yourself? The author has. I know his answer to that question now. I don't know if I wanted to.

Would recommend!