Reaper Man by Terry Pratchett
In this satirical fantasy novel, Death finds himself unexpectedly unemployed when the universe decides that even the Grim Reaper needs a replacement. As he explores the meaning of life from a mortal perspective, taking on the guise of a farmhand named Bill Door, the world struggles with the consequences of a reality where the dead are no longer being collected. Meanwhile, a surplus of life force leads to a series of bizarre and comedic events, including the rise of a sentient mall and the mischief of poltergeists. As the fabric of reality begins to unravel, it's up to Death, with his newfound humanity, to confront his replacement and restore the natural order.
The 6118th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1991
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 352
- Words
- 90,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 126th on The Big Read (BBC)