American Gods

American Gods by Neil Gaiman is an epic blend of modernity and mythology, creating a rich narrative that delves into the heart and soul of America. Shadow Moon has been serving time in prison for three years. His days behind bars are almost over, and freedom is just within his grasp when tragedy strikes – his beloved wife dies in a sudden, freak accident. Grieving and disoriented, Shadow boards a plane to attend the funeral, but his journey takes an unexpected turn when he encounters Mr. Wednesday, an enigmatic figure who not only seems to know more about Shadow than should be possible but also claims to be an ancient god, and king of America. Together, Shadow and Mr. Wednesday embark on a fantastically strange road trip across the USA. Along their path, they meet a vivid and bizarre cast of characters, from gods of ancient mythology to modern deities. As they travel, it becomes clear that a massive and supernatural storm is brewing. A battle for the soul of America is imminent, an epic clash between the old gods of mythological roots and the new gods of modern technology and media. Standing at the heart of this brewing storm, Shadow finds himself caught in a conflict far greater than anything he has ever imagined. AN ACCLAIMED, EMMY-NOMINATED TV SERIES ON AMAZON PRIME VIDEO WINNER OF THE HUGO, LOCUS AND BRAM STOKER AWARDS

Neil Gaiman, Architect of Worlds, Svengali of Plot, Shaman of Character, Exploder of Cliche, Master Craftsman of Style, Dreamer Laureate of the Republic of Letters' — David Mitchell

'Original, engrossing, and endlessly inventive' — George R.R. Martin

'Brilliant and unique' — Guardian

"This is about the soul of America, the idea that everyone came here from somewhere" — Neil Gaiman

After three years in prison, Shadow Moon is free to go home. But hours before his release, his beloved wife is killed in a freak accident. Numbly, he boards a plane where he meets an enigmatic stranger who seems to know Shadow and claims to be an ancient god and king of America.

Together they embark on a profoundly strange road trip across the USA, encountering a kaleidoscopic cast of characters along the way. But all around them, a storm of unnatural proportions is gathering.

War is coming, an epic struggle for the very soul of America. And Shadow is standing squarely in its path.

Neil Gaiman. With stories come possibilities.

Includes a brand-new author preface, introduction to the author's preferred text, The Monarch of the Glen novella, reading-group discussion questions, an interview with Neil Gaiman, and 'How Dare You', an essay on American Gods