Reviews

Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman

spicysteph's review against another edition

4.0

Another Neil Gaiman read! I love the way he narrates and the words make the stories so much more intriguing. I knew about Thor and Loki, but enjoyed all the stories of the other gods and mythical creatures such as Fenrir. Or how about Thor's Wedding? That was a funny one. Really enjoyed this book! Wish there was one similar to the Greek Gods!

eragon4096's review against another edition

fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? N/A
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? N/A
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.25

terraofrivia's review against another edition

3.0

Stories 3 Stars
German Narrator 5 Stars
Sound regulation and mixing 3 Stars

All in all 3.5 Stars, a very pleasant little expedition into norse mythology ☺️

tamarayork's review against another edition

3.0

Mythology isn’t really my jam, but I listened to this in preparation for an upcoming trip to Norway. I thoroughly enjoy listening to Neil Gaiman’s narration. I also liked Loki and Thor and hearing more of their stories (unrelated to Marvel movies). It’s interesting how the mythology, gods, and goddesses of different cultures share similarities and overlap with one another.

oddtreespikedhair's review against another edition

4.0

I like learning about Norse mythology in this way, but was bummed when I learned that these retelling aren’t necessarily in-line with the “original” versions. I get that this is what happens with myths, but I’d prefer if he had stayed more true to the older versions. I feel like I have to research where he made changes now.

mergyeugnau's review against another edition

I used to be a huge Neil Gaiman fan but since it has been revealed that he is a sexual predator I will not start or finish anything I had not already done going forward.

itsbridgetbecht's review against another edition

4.0

I love mythology tales.

michie330's review against another edition

4.0

I am a big fan of mythology and of Neil Gaiman so this was a great read. I have read other versions of Norse Mythology, but I think this one was my favorite so far. Gaiman really made it his own.

zachcanread's review against another edition

5.0

Neil Gaiman is a master storyteller that provides an accessible and concise rendition of Norse mythology. In our new world of increasingly accurate preservation of history, he finds a way to recreate the fluidity of myths and legends by telling his version of this mythology. I have no idea how accurate or embellished his version is, but I have no desire to fact-check and am content to allow this collection its well-deserved place among existing sources. This is now my version of true Norse mythology.

ryancheeseberg's review against another edition

5.0

Great cast! This reading was well done. BBC really brings Neil Gaiman's book to life.