Good Omens by Terry Pratchett, Neil Gaiman
"Good Omens" is a humorous take on the biblical Apocalypse, following an angel and a demon who have grown fond of Earth and its inhabitants, and are not too keen on the impending end of the world. As they try to locate the misplaced Antichrist and prevent the Four Horsemen from bringing about Armageddon, they encounter an array of quirky characters, including witch-hunters, modern-day witches, and the Four Horsemen themselves. The novel combines comedy, fantasy, and philosophical themes, offering a satirical critique of religious prophecy and human nature.
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- 21st on Top 100 Fantasy Books (Fantasy Book Review)
- 66th on Harvard Book Store Staff's Favorite 100 Books (Harvard Book Store)
- 68th on The Big Read (BBC)
- 238th on The 500 best books of all time from Culture Café users (Culture Café)
- 982nd on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- The Books You've Always Meant to Read (Waterstones)
- 50 Essential Fantasy Books (Abe Books)
- The 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time (Time)