Very cute book. Will probably lend it to others.

The story's premise is somewhat along the same lines as "American Gods", "Anansi Boys", or even the "Percy Jackson" series -- with gods and goddesses living among us, fueled by the beliefs and offerings of their followers -- but it is more light-hearted and humorous than the other books mentioned.

Even though this is clearly a work of fiction, it does seem to tackle some real issues of religion. It addressees why things aren't good all the time, why you shouldn't interpret everything that happens to you in life as having meaning, and... umm... why you shouldn't worship chaotic gods of death... or something :)