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As Mort delves into his new role, he discovers that being Death isn't as straightforward as he imagined. The complexities of fate and free will become tangled in an unexpected twist when Mort accidentally disrupts the natural order by allowing someone to evade their deserved fate. This decision sets off a series of chaotic events that not only challenge Mort’s understanding of duty but also force him to confront the deeper implications of mortality, life, and the choices that define existence.
Throughout his journey, Mort encounters a cast of eccentric characters, all woven into the rich tapestry of Discworld. The blend of humor and philosophy invites readers to reflect on death, life, and the peculiarities that come with both. Mort’s growth transforms him from a confused apprentice into a figure grappling with profound truths, creating a narrative that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.
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The fourth Discworld novel. Although the scythe isn't pre-eminent among the weapons of war, anyone who has been on the wrong end of, say, a peasants' revolt will know that in skilled hands it is fearsome. For Mort however, it is about to become one of the tools of his trade. From henceforth, Death is no longer going to be the end, merely the means to an end. He has received an offer he can't refuse. As Death's apprentice he'll have free board, use of the company horse and being dead isn't compulsory. It's the dream job until he discovers that it can be a killer on his love life.
Terry Pratchett's profoundly irreverent novels are consistent number one bestseller in England, where they have catapulted him into the highest echelons of parody next to Mark Twain, Kurt Vonnegut, Douglas Adams, and Carl Hiaasen.
In this Discworld installment, Death comes to Mort with an offer he can't refuse -- especially since being, well, dead isn't compulsory. As Death's apprentice, he'll have free board and lodging, use of the company horse, and he won't need time off for family funerals. The position is everything Mort thought he'd ever wanted, until he discovers that this perfect job can be a killer on his love life.
