47 pages 1 hour read

Neil Gaiman

Anansi Boys

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005

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Reviews & Readership

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Anansi Boys by Neil Gaiman blends fantasy and humor through a compelling tale of gods and mortals. Praised for its wit and imaginative storytelling, the book excels in character development and cultural references. However, some readers found the pacing uneven. Overall, it’s a delightful and engaging read with rich narrative layers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Anansi Boys?

Readers who enjoy fantastical narratives blending myth and modern life will be captivated by Neil Gaiman's Anansi Boys. Fans of magical realism and folklore, akin to those who cherished American Gods or Gabriel Garcia Marquez’s One Hundred Years of Solitude, will find this novel's humor and mythology engaging.

Recommended

Reading Age

13+years

Book Details

Genre
Fantasy
Modern Classic Fiction
Magical Realism
Themes
Relationships: Family
Relationships: Siblings
Relationships: Fathers