Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk by Ben Fountain is loaded with imagery that nails it with wit and charm. Two examples that come to mind right now (paraphrased): a one-woman strike force of small kitchen tasks and his hair was combed back in a sort of retro Deep South prison warden look.
The military analogies peppered throughout and juxtaposition of sport/entertainment/business types help sustain the Kurt Vonnegut vibe.
This author's voice - internal and external - is pitch perfect.
I love this book! I am looking forward to my husband's review of it.
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