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|pages=384
|publisher=Corgi Adult
|date=September 1991
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In England the Antichrist is about to be born. Unfortunately, thanks to a couple of bumbling Satanic Midwives, the Antichrist has a new name. Adam knows nothing of the evil thing he is to become. As Heaven and Hell prepare for Armageddon, their two demonic and angelic representatives on Earth decide they are quite keen on the world as it is. Of course, they are in favour of Armageddon, "in general terms" but then where would they have lunch?
Although I have talked a lot about the dark influence of Gaiman throughout, this does not mean you will not find yourself crying with laughter at times too. Gaiman has undoubtedly reined in Pratchett's one-liners and memorable quotes but there are still enough in evidence to cripple even the most hardened soul. Only in a Pratchett novel could the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse be accompanied by their sidekicks, "Grievous Bodily Harm, Cruelty To Animals and Things Not Working Properly Even After You've Given Them A Good Thumping".
Surprisingly, for a collaborative effort, "Good Omens" writing flows to such an extent that you can read this in one sitting. Its pleasing fundamental Britishness combined with a strong, structured plot peppered with humour and observation make this the best crossover apocalyptic fantasy novel you are ever likely to read. I would recommend this to fans of fantasy and horror but most of all I would recommend this to anyone who loves bloody good writing as they will enjoy something truly unique in a much-maligned genre. You might also enjoy [[Finn Fancy Necromancy by Randy Henderson]].
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|comment= Yup, it's a cast-iron classic and the Pratchett/Gaiman fusion works surprisingly well. I keep hearing rumours about Terry Gilliam directing an adaptation of it, which I would dearly love to be true.
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|comment= With each reading, I get a little more out of this book - especially the Omen references (some more subtle than others).
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