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Neil Gaiman writes some good stories. His writing is subtle, appearing sparse and economical, but if you scratch through the surface there are other layers to be found.
American Gods is the story of a man, Shadow, who is released from three years in prison, and who supposedly has a life waiting for him on the outside. However, upon getting out he finds out that that life has crumbled away. Enter Wednesday, and old, crusty man who becomes his benefactor, and who knows a remarkable amount about Sha ...more
American Gods is the story of a man, Shadow, who is released from three years in prison, and who supposedly has a life waiting for him on the outside. However, upon getting out he finds out that that life has crumbled away. Enter Wednesday, and old, crusty man who becomes his benefactor, and who knows a remarkable amount about Sha ...more
this book is wonderful! loved it. fun read.
A strange tale of the collaboration between a human and the Gods of old in a dual with the new gods. A good read but the concept is somewhat strange. Winner of the 2001 Bram Stoker Award for best novel.
In my book Neil Gaiman rarely disappoints. I've love almost everything I've ever read of Mr. Gaiman's. American Gods is no exception. It's fun, sad, thought invoking. I loved this book. Keep writing Neil.
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really cool. Gaiman has a command of world mythology. this went to explore what american myth is. very original. definitely a good read.
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