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Raveheart by Graeme Armstrong review
A veteran techno DJ embarks on a campaign of civil disobedience in this passionate and at times hilarious tale of underground resistance
TL;DR
- The novel follows DJ Turbo as he leads a rebellion against a political party banning electronic music.
- Verbal ingenuity, digressions, and cultural references take precedence over plot.
- Characters are presented with nicknames, detailed descriptions, and preferred soundtracks.
- The story includes groups like the Scottish Techno Pirates, Milkshake Marauders, and Scottish Hardcore Coven.
- The narrative explores themes of aging, mortality, and the passing of time within the rave subculture.
- Despite satirical elements, the book maintains a sensitivity towards its subject matter.