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3.65 AVERAGE
3.65 AVERAGE
Absolutely wonderful. I've been fascinated by Norse mythology since I first read about it as a boy and The Gospel of Loki is a great reminder of how interesting and entertaining that mythology is.
By narrating the story entirely from the "villain's" point of view, we get an enlightening new perspective on these legends. There really are two sides to every story and the Loki we encounter is funny, engaging and motivated not only by his nature, but also by the prejudice and mistrust of others. Even as Ragnarók comes to fruition, you can't help but sympathise and root for Asgard's bad boy.
By narrating the story entirely from the "villain's" point of view, we get an enlightening new perspective on these legends. There really are two sides to every story and the Loki we encounter is funny, engaging and motivated not only by his nature, but also by the prejudice and mistrust of others. Even as Ragnarók comes to fruition, you can't help but sympathise and root for Asgard's bad boy.
adventurous
mysterious
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
funny
informative
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A nice retelling of the norse stories from our favourite's trickster's perspective. The author was rather liberal with the characterization of Loki and the other gods - and I liked that!
The one thing I absolutely can't stand in this book is the weird nicknames Loki uses for certain people.
The one thing I absolutely can't stand in this book is the weird nicknames Loki uses for certain people.
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexism
It took me way too long to finish this book but I am glad I finally did!
This is such a great read, a unique point of view and yet portrays Loki in a really interesting light.
I only finished this for a challenge well written but its just not my thing.
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Over all I liked it
This book was very entertaining. I thought the author did a great job in telling Loki's story from his point of view.
This book was very entertaining. I thought the author did a great job in telling Loki's story from his point of view.
challenging
mysterious
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes