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The God of Impertinence
The God of Impertinence
Author: Sten Nadolny
The ancient gods are still among us! After 2,187 years in chains, Hermes--the fun-loving god of stolen kisses, erotic freedom, turmoil, and thievery--is freed. He soon sets out to resurrect the long-forgotten virtues of curiosity, imagination, humor. . .and mischief. Finding the modern age strange and confusing, Hermes catches up with the cultu...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780140254525
ISBN-10: 0140254528
Publication Date: 7/1/1998
Pages: 224
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  • Currently 2.8/5 Stars.
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2.8 stars, based on 3 ratings
Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics)
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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I loved the idea of this book (I'm also a big fan of the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series for kids), but it lost me a little in its metaphysical traipsing about. Hermes is a great character and the two main female protagonists are interesting but ... this is better as an idea than as a novel.
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