We get a better appreciation for whats at stake on the greater Disc by chumming along with the bumbling wizards of the Unseen University as their preparations for the holiday turn into misadventures and existential explorations, which lead to the invention of a true-to-life artificial contraption in the form of the Discs first computer: Hex (another fun character). All the thread lines of plot work in parallel and compliment each other keeping you well invested with the trials and tribulations of the chief protagonist (Susan) whos investigating why her grandfather (Death no less) has taken it upon himself to play the role of the Hogfather this year. You get so many unique and distinct voices that its nearly impossible to get caught up in the chaos which the characters themselves are embroiled. Its all part of the fun with a Pratchett novel. Never too worry, youre in good hands and the narrative progresses expertly and always forward. The point of view shifts continuously and all without the benefit of chapter breaks (which is nothing new for a Discworld book). He jumps from heroes to villains, from foibles to set pieces and back again. In earth-speak, theres a hit out on Santa Claus.Īs in other yarns told by this master storyteller characters abound on the page and stack up at a steady pace. These meddlesome figures have ordered the end of the Hogfather and have the money to make this seemingly impossible task happen. Thats Pratchett for you.ĭeath personified plays a strong part in this book stepping into an unusual role when some bothersome forces have decided to finance a rather dark conspiracy for this seasons holiday. Within very few pages I found myself laughing out loud, pulling my head out of the book, and wondering how on the Disc he could cover so much ground so quickly. The story is strong right out of the gate.
Pratchett pulls out all the stops in this layered tale that explores both the importance and meaning of belief. Belief is the foundation of this carefully woven satire with an in-world holiday that closely resembles a common tradition on our own world. Densely wrapped satire cleverly tucked in around a holiday plot loaf of good cheer, and baked with a robust premise which is both refreshingly poignant and wildly geniusits an important Hogswatch on the Disc this seasonmind the bellsGlingleglingleglingle!!!ĭo you believe in the Hogfather?! Its rather important.
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