This book was given to me by a dear friend who correctly guessed that I needed something light and undemanding to read during a difficult time.And it certainly delivered. I don't generally devote much reading time to light fare, but this was a pleasant break from much unpleasantness. The premise is that a normal, ordinary couple, Teri and Phil, live in a contemporary world where religious freedom has evolved to adopting a personal god. In their case, it's quite literal, as the god moves into their house, attracts a friend into a relationship, and brings in another god who's down on his luck. Past divine feuding brings the couple into a dicey situation, but it's all resolved at the end. If you need a diversion for a few hours, this is a fine one to try. I'm eternally grateful for friends who send books in time of need. I have actually come to realize that the books are indeed the best friends. They can communicate with you in the most honest way. They are non-pretentious, interesting, silly, fun, and compassionate. They listen to you without judging, and let you figure out things by just giving some food for thought. They are always there for you. They are everything you expect from a good friend. And sometimes just like the best friends they try too hard to make you laugh and you end up laughing not because they are being funny but just because they are trying so hard. This book is just one of those best friends. It had the best intentions to entertain, but it tried just too hard. This review, if it can be called a review, is written in the same spirit, not intending to be meaningful. Just fluff and no substance.Well, the book is about how people get so obsessed with following deities for getting more prosperous, lucky and successful. It was meant to be a satire but I couldn’t quite figure out who was the target of satire, the people (mortals) or the deities. It might have seemed funnier to me probably if I knew about the mythological characters or immortals it was targeting, but I doubt it if that would have made much of a difference. The book reads more like a kids’ graphic novel where the characters are both mortals and immortal deities (raccoon head, serpent with wings etc.). And in there, there is some hidden satire which ends up being somewhat lame. I gave it three stars, first because I wasn’t too annoyed to leave the book half way and second because it was just a good meaning friend.
