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Polybius
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A book that has been read but is in good condition. Very minimal damage to the cover including scuff marks, but no holes or tears. The dust jacket for hard covers may not be included. Binding has minimal wear. The majority of pages are undamaged with minimal creasing or tearing, minimal pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, no writing in margins. No missing pages.
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Release Year
- 2025
- ISBN
- 9781668044971
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Gallery Books
ISBN-10
1668044978
ISBN-13
9781668044971
eBay Product ID (ePID)
16068267963
Product Key Features
Book Title
Polybius
Number of Pages
352 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2025
Topic
Horror, Science Fiction / Apocalyptic & Post-Apocalyptic
Genre
Fiction
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1.2 in
Item Weight
17.3 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Reviews
"Collin Armstrong's fast-paced debut novel brings the most terrifying fake arcade machine to life... Polybius feels like horror-sci-fi comfort food." -- GameSpot, Points for 1980s ambiance, especially its Cold War-era mistrust of the government. Fans of '80s Stephen King and Dean Koontz will recognize the plot beats... Armstrong, as a writer and producer of film, understands these beats... Diehard '80s horror fans should want to step into Armstrong's arcade to play., Chock full of 1980s nostalgia, paranoia, and unrelenting horror, Collin Armstrong's chilling arcade-game-gone-wild debut will leave you gasping for breath and wishing you had unlimited lives. Drop in your quarter, select START, and hang on. I enjoyed the hell out of this one., " Polybius is a glitchy and glorious descent into retro madness--an action-packed, synth-scored blast from the past that delivers thrills that are more than just pixelated. Blending small-town horror with big emotional stakes, whether you grew up feeding quarters into cabinets or you just like your horror neon and addictive, this one is well worth looking over." -- FanFiAddict, "Brimming with nostalgia for '80s babies, Polybius is the story of a video game that causes a rage virus to break out in a small town. Taking life from an urban legend about a government-created title, it's a great beach read for horror fans who are activated by the phrase 'deadly video game'." -- Variety, Armstrong's chilling debut...impresses in its skillful combination of supernatural horror and believable characterization... Armstrong is riffing on a well-known urban legend, and he manages to make the well-trod story sing., "Inspired by Greek urban legend, "Polybius" is a fun and wild ride, packed with cinemotographic-like prose and small-town '80s nostalgia à la 'Stranger Things' and Stephen King's 'It'." -- HuffPost Books, "Points for 1980s ambiance, especially its Cold War-era mistrust of the government. Fans of '80s Stephen King and Dean Koontz will recognize the plot beats... Armstrong, as a writer and producer of film, understands these beats... Diehard '80s horror fans should want to step into Armstrong's arcade to play." -- Library Journal, "Polybius by Collin Armstrong takes the 1980s urban legend of a sinister government experiment involving a mysterious arcade game and--like all good horror--brings the legend to life by building it around people and finding the humanity within the terror. We come to care for the community of Tasker Bay as a figurative Hell is unleashed upon their unsuspecting souls. Urban legends endure, they stick within the dark corners of our minds, because they are plausible outlets for our otherwise untethered fears and anxieties. Although it's set in the 80s, has there ever been a better time for a story about how technology and screens are capable of twisting our psyche and bringing out our worst impulses?" --T.J Payne, author of Intercepts, "Chock full of 1980s nostalgia, paranoia, and unrelenting horror, Collin Armstrong's chilling arcade-game-gone-wild debut will leave you gasping for breath and wishing you had unlimited lives. Drop in your quarter, select START, and hang on. I enjoyed the hell out of this one." --Ronald Malfi, bestselling author of Small Town Horror and Come With Me, Polybius is retro and atmospheric... Fans of The God Game (2020), by Danny Tobey, or Rabbits by Terry Miles (2021), will find enjoyable parallels., "POLYBIUS is a boiling hot witch's brew of 1980s nostalgia, small town horror, and video game lunacy. It's scary and smart and a whole lot of fun. Jam packed with memorable characters and moments of jaw dropping suspense, it's hard to believe it's a debut novel. Trust me, if you're a fan of Stephen King and STRANGER THINGS, then this is the book for you." --Richard Chizmar, New York Times bestselling author of Chasing the Boogeyman, "Armstrong's chilling debut...impresses in its skillful combination of supernatural horror and believable characterization... Armstrong is riffing on a well-known urban legend, and he manages to make the well-trod story sing." -- Publishers Weekly
Synopsis
"If you're a fan of Stephen King and Stranger Things , then this is the book for you." --Richard Chizmar, New York Times bestselling author Stranger Things meets The Walking Dead in this chilling horror novel based on the terrifying urban legend about a video game created by the government for psychological warfare. October, 1982. Forced to move to the quiet seaside town of Tasker Bay by her mother, the only thing on high schooler Andi's mind is saving up enough money to return to her old stomping grounds in Silicon Valley. Her self-taught skills with all things electronic make her a perfect fit for a job at the dingy local arcade where she can tune out from life and bankroll her eventual escape. Pining over the distant and aloof Andi is Ro, the son of Tasker Bay's sheriff, who begins spending more time at the arcade. Despite promising herself she wouldn't get attached to anyone in town, Andi finds herself opening up to the thoughtful, like-minded Ro. With Polybius --a new bleeding-edge game of unknown origin arrives--the shop is suddenly overwhelmed with players fighting for time on the machine. Seemingly overnight, a virus-like epidemic grips Tasker Bay while a violent coastal storm rolls in, isolating it from the outside world. People begin experiencing fits of anger, paranoia, and hallucinations--no one can be trusted. After a grisly act of violence goes unsolved, the town descends into chaos. Is the arrival of this mysterious game and the disorder in Tasker Bay a coincidence? Convinced the dire situation is somehow linked to Polybius , Andi and Ro desperately search for clues that might stop the spread before they, too, begin experiencing side effects...
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- 7***c (408)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseI got 4 books from this seller. One was wrong book (same writer,simular covers) which,when you order used books several at a time from big used book warehouses, this happens every now and then. Seller contacted me and refunded within a couple hours on the same business day. These people do business right.The 3 others were just as described, packed perfect. Shipping was on time. Good books at good price and a seller who does business right. I highly recommend this seller and the items I ordered.
- c***m (445)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseAAA+++; Excellent Service; Great Pricing; Fast Delivery-Faster Than Expected to Hawaii using free shipping USPS Ground Mail, Received 06/18; Paperback book in Great Condition as Described ; TLC Packaging; Excellent Seller Communication, Sends updates . Highly Recommended!, Thank you very much!Jesse Livermore: World's Greatest Stock Trader (#146613728980)
- r***o (1609)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchasethe book I received was in brand new condition .As shown in my picture, much better condition than I expected. It was packaged well and it arrived very fast for media mail. unfortunately I thought I buying the second edition that came with an index. the seller quickly fixed the problem , good communication. 100%positive and I would recommend this seller.