Expecting Someone Taller

Malcolm Fisher's ordinary life takes an extraordinarily bizarre turn after a seemingly innocuous incident: running over a badger. This, however, is no ordinary badger, but Ingolf, the last surviving giant from Norse mythology. With his dying breath, Ingolf, somewhat grudgingly, bestows upon Malcolm two immensely powerful gifts and, to his utter bewilderment, makes him the new ruler of the world. Suddenly thrust into a position of cosmic authority with powers he barely comprehends, Malcolm finds himself navigating an increasingly absurd reality. He must contend with ancient prophecies, mythical beings, and the sheer, overwhelming responsibility of shaping global events, all while trying to maintain some semblance of his mundane existence. Tom Holt masterfully blends slapstick comedy with clever satire, transforming a simple man's suburban life into an epic, hilarious, and utterly unpredictable adventure. This novel is a quintessential example of Holt's unique brand of comic fantasy, delivering a witty, complex, and laugh-out-loud experience that brilliantly echoes the imaginative spirit of authors like Douglas Adams and Terry Pratchett.