The Unfortunate Decisions of Dahlia M..., Max Wirestone
The Unfortunate Decisions of Dahlia M..., Max Wirestone
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The Unfortunate Decisions of Dahlia Moss

Author: Max Wirestone

Narrator: Lauren Fortgang

Unabridged: 8 hr 45 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Orbit

Published: 10/20/2015


Synopsis

Veronica Mars meets the World of Warcraft in The Unfortunate Decisions of Dahlia Moss, a mystery romp with a most unexpected heroine.

If it were up to me this book would be called Hilarious Things That Happened That Were Not At All Dahlia's Fault -- or HTTHTWNAADF, for short.
OK, I probably shouldn't have taken money from a mysterious eccentric to solve a theft, given that I'm not a detective, and that I am sometimes outwitted by puzzles in children's video games. I probably shouldn't have stolen bags of trash from a potential murder suspect. Arguably -- just arguably, mind you -- it may have been unwise to cos-play at an event where I was likely to be shot at.

But sometimes you just have to take some chances, right? And maybe things do get a little unfortunate. What of it? If you ask me, an unfortunate decision here or there can change your life. In a positive way, just so long you don't killed in the process. Admittedly, that's the tricky bit.

Reviews

Goodreads review by karen on July 08, 2018

HOLY MOLY, THIS IS NOW PART OF A TRILOGY - MORE PEOPLE NEED TO READ THIS BECAUSE IT IS AS FUN AS A PIT FULL OF BALLS! 4.5 adorably geeky stars. My grandmother used to say that there was nothing worse than trust-fund kids with plans this is the perfect example of "right book, right time." i grabbed thi......more

Goodreads review by Veronica ⭐️ on June 11, 2016

I’m struggling with this review in the same way I struggled with the story. What was it that just didn’t connect with me? I liked the storyline with the idea of online play, in MMORPG Kingdom of Zoth, crossing the boundaries to real life when (view spoiler)[ Jonah is killed with a physical version of the spear that (hide spoiler)]......more

Goodreads review by Lynx on July 05, 2016

Dahlia Moss has had a rough year. Her now ex-boyfriend cheated on her, she cannot land herself a job and is only surviving thanks to her eccentric (though some may say just plain crazy) roommate. Things are getting desperate so when she’s asked to investigate a theft and offered a couple thousand to......more

Goodreads review by Cale on October 19, 2015

This is the funniest book I’ve ever read. I know that’s a really bold statement, but it’s the truth. This book is freaking hilarious, so much so that it probably isn’t the best idea to read it on public transport, because you will laugh, and people will stare. The Unfortunate Decisions of Dahlia Moss......more

Goodreads review by AH on October 29, 2015

The Unfortunate Decisions of Dahlia Moss was a fun and light read. It's perfect for when you don't want something too deep or complicated, even though Dahlia's life is a bit complicated. Dahlia is unintentionally hilarious. She's a millennial, a college graduate, unemployed and living at a friend's......more


Quotes

"Revel in the geekery of The Unfortunate Decisions of Dahlia Moss... Dahlia Moss is all of us."—B&N Sci-Fi & Fantasy Blog

"Wirestone's debut is a gem that can be summed up as 'geek chic.'"—Library Journal

"A clever mystery featuring a delightful amateur detective. Or, in online parlance: Dahlia Moss FTW!"—Kirkus

"This book is a barrel of fun."—Charlaine Harris, New York Times bestselling author

"A hilarious read sure to delight mystery lovers and gamers alike. With unforgettable characters and a stand-out heroine, Dahlia kept me guessing until the very end. A laugh-out-loud gem of a book."—N.K. Traver, author of Duplicity

"Dahlia's story is a zany, hilarious, laugh fest that made my inner geek girl sit up and search for a caper to solve! Take the clumsy sweetness of Bridget Jones, combine with the intriguing geekiness of Felicity Smoak, and you have Dahlia Moss in this delightful romp!"—Rebecca Zanetti, New York Times bestselling author

"At last, a 'geek mystery' ... entirely fresh."—New Hampshire Union Leader

"A fun novel for mystery and MMO game lovers both."—Mystery Scene