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American Gods

Neil Gaiman

Start date: April 1, 2022

Finish date: April 30, 2022

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Jun 07, 2014 Bill rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: sci-fi, fantasy

American Gods is the 2nd book by Neil Gaiman that I've read and enjoyed. I wanted to read this especially because I wanted to start watching the TV series based on the book.
I have to say that this was so very interesting. I can see similar themes between American Gods and the other book I've read, Neverwhere, but on a bigger scale. You have this blending of the 'real' world with the world of gods and demons, the breaking down of barriers between the two and you have these supernatural beings tha ...more

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May 27, 2016 Madeline rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: loba-monthly-read, tomes-400-plus-pages, fantasy-paranormal, audiobook, osp-monthly-read

According to Nicholas Sparks, these four elements must be present in every novel:

Interesting Plot, excellent character development, superb writing style, and appropriate length.

American Gods plot: the main character, Shadow was just released from prison. His wife was killed in a car accident so he goes to work for a man name Wednesday. They set off on a dark and dangerous road trip.

Character development: I felt that I really knew these people....maybe I really do....hmmm

Writing style: A + Neil ...more

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Apr 24, 2012 Sherin Punnilath rated it liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: international-prize-winners, thriller, library, fantasy, mythology

It has a very interesting and innovative plot.

What happens to Gods when people forget about them?
Especially in America,where people with different cultures and religion live,this question gets more interesting.
So we have a gathering of (forgotten) gods and cultural heroes from across the world in this book-Indian ,Norse,Native American &what not!

It was good; but I can't say I really liked it.
Felt a lot of things needed explanation. eg:-
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Feb 05, 2017 Leslie rated it really liked it

Shelves: 2017

2017 Popsugar Reading Challenge (advanced)
*a book based on mythology*

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Aug 26, 2024 Jenner rated it it was amazing

Shelves: adult, read-by-audio, adventure, z2024

This was not the story I expected when I read this book but this was a fantastic adventure. Gaiman is an excellent storyteller and he kept me on my toes. I could not have predicted this story and I just savored it. I loved and hated the characters. Gaiman's explanation at the end of the audiobook was also good insight into this story. ...more

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