Satirize

“Blue Skies,” a novel by T. C. Boyle, satirizes contemporary American life amid climate change. The story follows Cat who, denied conventional desires, becomes fixated on owning a snake. When she loses the snake, a chain of dire events unfolds, threatening her survival. Set in a climate-altered world, the narrative highlights Cat’s family coping with relentless natural disasters. Boyle critiques materialistic society and offers a warning about our planet’s future. The novel blends irony with foresight, exploring the deteriorating relationship between humans and the environment. Ultimately, it prompts reflection on our choices and their consequences.
–The New York Times Book Review