by Neil Gaiman
First published 2008
Odd's luck couldn't get much worse - his father is dead, his leg is shattered, and the endless winter is driving his village to the brink. But when Odd encounters a talking bear, fox, and eagle in the forest, he's swept up on a perilous journey to Asgard, the city of the gods. The Frost Giants have invaded, and only Odd, with his cheerful spirit and clever wit, can outsmart them and restore peace. In this magical Norse adventure, one special boy holds the fate of the gods in his hands.
Genres: mythology, adventure, fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, whimsical
Tropes: chosen-one, found-family
Paperback · Harper Collins,