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Synopsis
Anansi Boys is a fantasy novel by English writer Neil Gaiman. In the novel, "Mr. Nancy" — an incarnation of the West African trickster god Anansi — dies, leaving twin sons, who in turn discover one another's existence after being separated as young children. The novel follows their adventures as they explore their common heritage. Although it is not a sequel to Gaiman's previous novel American Gods, the character of Mr. Nancy appears in both books. Anansi Boys was published on 20 September 2005 and was released in paperback on 1 October 2006. The book debuted at number one on The New York Times Best Seller list, and won both the **Locus Award** and the **British Fantasy Society Award** in 2006.
Is Anansi Boys appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This humorous adult fantasy contains moderate language, adult themes involving deception and trickery, moderate violence, and some mild sexual content. Gaiman's signature dark wit and mythological elements are present throughout.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include death, death of parent, and deception (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy the witty adventure of twin brothers discovering their godly heritage and navigating their connection to West African trickster mythology.