I zipped right through Simon Rich's new novel What in God's Name (#215) in just a few hours. I had received the book as a Good Reads First Reads giveaway, and I was anxious to see what would happen when God decides to retire as CEO of Heaven, Inc. and get rid of those pesky humans.
Craig, an Angel working in the Miracles Department, is proud of what he does and goes upstairs to confront God about his decision when he gets the memo. Even though he winds up becoming an investor in the new restaurant God is planning to open the day after He destroys the Earth, he manages to talk God into accepting a bet to save the human race. With the help of Eliza, the newest Angel recruit to Miracles, Craig has thirty days to answer just one of the mountain of prayers God has gotten over the past few years.
What seems like a slam dunk petition from two different humans who both want to be together turns into a challenge they might not be able to meet as Craig and Eliza try to match up two of the most socially awkward young people in New York.
An amusing story, but one that does give you pause to think; why should God care about us, if He does exist? Since I do happen to believe in Him, I know this story will stay with me for awhile. Thanks, Mr. Rich, for providing more than I expected with this little book.
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