I've read my fair share of Norse mythology, but what makes this book so fantastic is that it's written by Neil Gaiman. This means the prose is approachable while still being beautifully crafted, so it reads like one of his typical works of fiction. He also characterizes the gods in a way that almost makes you feel guilty for getting a fly-on-the-wall perspective of such mythical figures. Just...read it. You know you want to.Publisher's description:
Norse gods emerge with their fiercely competitive natures, their susceptibility to being duped and to duping others, and their tendency to let passion ignite their actions, making these long-ago myths breathe pungent life again.