A review by souldentist
How Much for Just the Planet? by John M. Ford

funny lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

I picked this up for a light read after Umberto Eco's The Name of the Rose, only to find an almost exact parallel of the climax reflected in a deadly struggle over the dogmatic importance of comedy and laughter. 

John M Ford writes the best schlock, and there's some really well done humor in here.