Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman have combined the satirical humor of the
Discworld series with the engaging style of Coraline to create a hilarious rendition of the apocalypse. The story features an angel, the demon Crowley, and the Antichrist, and covers their attempts to prevent the final war between good and evil. The three often cross paths with each other as well as with such interesting characters as a miniature hellhound, a witchfinder, a witch, and some Satanic nuns. The story makes references both to pop culture (the band Queen is a recurring theme) and to the sort of literature one might study in school in, say, 9th grade (it ends with the Antichrist “slouching hopefully towards Tadfield” (Gaiman 44)).
This book is not without its serious notes; for instance, Pestilence, one of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, has been replaced by Pollution. The authors also take a stance on religion, saying that “if you stopped tellin' people it's all sorted out after they're dead, they might try sorting it all out while they're alive” (Gaiman 40).
Good Omens is perfect for anyone in need of a little escape.
Works Cited: Gaiman, Neil, and Terry Pratchett. "Good Omens by Neil Gaiman." Read Good Omens Online Free by Neil Gaiman. N.p., 2015. Web. 18 Apr. 2017. <http://www.onlinebook4u.net/sf/Good_Omens/index.html>