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A review by gossamer_lens
Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman
adventurous
funny
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
I will never get enough of mythology. I especially love Norse Mythology. I like how it leans into the Gods being both right and wrong, wise and foolish. Unlike Greek Myths which paint the Gods as never wrong because they are the Gods, Norse mythology accepts that the Gods are often wrong. In the end, they will get their comeuppance and everything will begin anew.
Gaiman adds a stunning narrative voice to these tales and in several places introduces interesting details from various sources. The audiobook is especially enjoyable as he reads it himself. I will never get enough of his writing and his reading us his writing.
Gaiman adds a stunning narrative voice to these tales and in several places introduces interesting details from various sources. The audiobook is especially enjoyable as he reads it himself. I will never get enough of his writing and his reading us his writing.