09 Nov 08 Bookshelf: Coyote Blue

Christopher Moore writes novels that blend offbeat characters, deities and chaos into an absurdly humorous mix. In Coyote Blue he takes insurance salesman Sam Hunter (aka Samson Hunts Alone) on a spiritual journey in search of his roots and peace of mind. It’s a fun, easy read and includes classic stories of Coyote, the Native American trickster, doing what he does best: screwing things up.

When Coyote got home his wife was waiting. “Beaver took the lodge,” she said.
“Yep,” Coyote said.
“Where’s your ass?” she asked.
“Beaver got that too.”
“You know,” she said, “there’s a twelve-step program for gambling. You should look into it.”
“Twelve steps.” Coyote laughed. “I’ll bet I can do it in six.”

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