I actually enjoyed this, and YOU shall TOO!
347869
This is a very interesting piece of comedy, to say the least. It is based upon the premise of an author who would prefer to write 'serious' fiction, but, due to the external pressures of notoriety, trying to appeal to an ever [d]evolving reading demographic, and the want and need for more disposable income (and ultimately freedom from his day job), he finds himself poked and prodded -by his publisher, of course- to write in a tone and genre that he would normally consider beneath him...

'Urban' Literature.

To the literary snobs against 'street lit' (or whatever the genre is being called these days): I say brace yourselves, and get ready to hate yourselves for loving (or at least, LIKING) this two-in-one novel that will have you wishing that there were more authors as creative and original in thinking as is Zig Zag Claybourne. An urban author he is NOT (um, not that there is anything WRONG with that); urban lit THIS is not (not exactly), but kudos to Zig Zag (CLEARLY a pseudonym) for being able to not only write an intelligent and original piece of fiction (which I have a sneaking suspicion may -or may not- be based upon a true story), but having both the audacity and the sense of humor in taking on urban lit in the first place. I am convinced that his best is yet to come; yes, I hope that this is not the last that we hear from "Mr. Claybourne".
124947
Ok, I bought this on a random whim expecting moderate amusement for slow times.  Then I couldn't put the darn thing down.  I laughed out loud, enjoyed the various twists, and am now sitting here anxiously more.  If you enjoy rpg style novels PICK THIS ONE UP.  The fact I am even leaving a real review rather than just a rating is very rare and a testament to how much I enjoyed this.
2700887
I became aware of this book because I'm a longtime fan of the author's webcomic, Basic Instructions. I wasn't sure whether I'd really like it - I love the comic, but a full-length novel's a different thing entirely - but the Kindle version is super cheap, so I gave it a shot, and was pleasantly rewarded. In fact I had trouble putting the book down until I had reached the end.

Not only was the book filled with a very enjoyable brand of wry humor - and a more sophisticated, subtler type of humor than usually appears in the comic, in my opinion - it was well-written, with likable characters, good character development, a rewarding (if fairly standard) plot, and just about zero time-travel inconsistencies or plot holes. That last bit is important to me because I'm picky enough that any incongruencies can definitely un-suspend my disbelief, but the author defined the rules early and then stuck by them fastidiously.

The prose, sure, is not going to compete with Updike or Wallace for sheer sentence-by-sentence beauty or complexity, but it's really quite good, and never clunky or strained. Better than the prose in a lot of the novels on "best seller" lists, at any rate.

All in all, the book delivers exactly what it says on the tin - "a light comedic novel about computers, time travel, and human stupidity" - and delivers it well. A really enjoyable read.

Scott - Mr. Meyer? - if you chance to read this: Well done! You clearly left yourself some room for a sequel, and I think you should go for it! :)
3918154
I enjoyed this tremendously!  I found the depth of the characters surprising, in a very good way. The inner struggle as Jon tried to balance the good of the many over his own sense of self-preservation was well crafted, and brought another layer to a genre which all too often is written in a trite, pop-hyped manner.  I'll be watching for more from this author!!
2778962
I enjoyed this way more than I thought I would.  It's actually a very fun 3D flick!  And Elisabeth Shue, man!  I mean, come on now!
2312870
I enjoyed everything about this! I couldn't explain to someone what the book is about, just download, read it and enjoy.
3574925
I actually really, really enjoyed this! It has a varied cast, it's funny, intriguing, and full of adventure. I really hope she keeps writing more since it's not super long but that's the closest thing I have to a complaint!
2619121
I recommend this to anyone who appreciates great comedy!
3775987
OK, my regular fans (as if there were any, lol) know -  my tendencies are toward more serious fare.

But we picked this up on a whim - and it's total silly fun.  A definite escape!

5 stars?  Not quite....but close!  Watch.... And enjoy!
2179899
I really enjoyed this- am recomending to friends and family.
570031
My first from Jonathan Moon, I enjoyed this a lot!
1662843
I truly enjoyed this!!  I liked the ease of the writer's style and it was quite humorous, too.  Perfect summer read!
2935322
I thoroughly enjoyed this... Although I wish that it would have come with a book rather than just a dvd
3012874
I like stories like this. I enjoyed it a lot
2843956
I wasn't sure what I was getting into, but this turned out to be great fun. You could almost see the movie script being written. Taking a little from everything (Men in Black to Buffy-esque banter to the X-Men to the various moments of angst that Marvel heroes tend to show...), this moves along at a brisk pace with lots of action and a lot of charm. Some of the earlier events could've used a bit more exposition, but I'd buy more. Books like this have to be judged in their own genre, of course. In that context, this is great, a perfect beach read.
3713490
I couldn't help myself. I enjoyed reading this. Although aimed at a young person, this is a ripping good yarn. Very improbably but highly entertaining.
3271822
YEP! You should get this when you have the chance. I was quite pleased with the action and flow of the story. It was VERY entertaining. I liked it a LOT!