In the Lives of Puppets by T.J. Klune Summary
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In TJ Klune's Goodreads Award-winning "In the Lives of Puppets," a human boy raised by robots navigates a post-apocalyptic world where humanity has vanished. This inverted Pinocchio tale - part Wall-E, part Swiss Family Robinson - explores what truly makes us human through unforgettable mechanical companions.
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The Mechanical Family in the Forest
Deep in a remote forest stands an unusual home built by Giovanni Lawson, a being who appears human but isn't quite. In this secluded haven lives Victor Lawson, who believes himself to be human, alongside three robotic companions: Nurse Ratched, a medical robot with a disturbing bedside manner; Rambo, an anxious vacuum cleaner; and Giovanni himself, who requires occasional maintenance on his mechanical heart. Their life together forms a strange but loving family unit, bound by mutual care despite their differences. The story opens with Victor dangling precariously from a scrap heap in a dangerous area called the Scrap Yards, hunting for valuable parts while his robot friends wait below. Victor's relationship with his father is complex - Giovanni expresses concern about his son's dangerous scavenging missions, while Victor insists on his independence. There's a poignant moment when Giovanni suggests that happiness requires "something to keep the fire burning," hinting that Victor may someday want to explore beyond their forest home. What Victor doesn't share with his father is that he's been secretly building a mechanical heart for years - a contingency plan for when Giovanni's aging heart eventually fails. This hidden project reveals Victor's deep love for his father and his practical approach to ensuring their future together.
Awakening an Ancient Android
A Father's Secret Past Revealed
The Truth About Victor and Hap
Journey to the City of Electric Dreams
Sacrifice, Rebirth, and Finding Humanity
The Legacy of Electric Dreams
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"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
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"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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