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A Dirty Job (Grim Reaper, #1)

Christopher Moore
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A Dirty Job (Grim Reaper, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Christopher Moore

A Dirty Job (Grim Reaper, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

387

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

San Francisco, California • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In A Dirty Job by Christopher Moore, a man in San Francisco discovers that he has been recruited to be a Death Merchant, tasked with collecting souls. The plot follows his humorous adaptation to this strange new role, exploring themes of life, death, and destiny.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

125,215 ratings

75%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Christopher Moore's novel A Dirty Job delivers a unique blend of dark comedy and supernatural elements. Reviewers praised its humor, quirky characters, and imaginative plot. However, some found the pacing uneven and the humor, at times, forced. Overall, it’s a compelling read for those who appreciate wit and the unconventional.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Dirty Job (Grim Reaper, #1)?

A reader who would enjoy A Dirty Job by Christopher Moore typically appreciates dark humor and supernatural elements. Fans of Neil Gaiman's Good Omens and Terry Pratchett's works will find similar wit and charm. An interest in quirky characters and a blend of comedy with morbid themes is essential.

4.2

125,215 ratings

75%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

387

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

San Francisco, California • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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