In American Gods, Neil Gaiman sends two men on a road trip across the United States, but no matter where Shadow and Mr. Wednesday go, magic follows. There are gods wageing a war for America, and the battle that ensues is strange and bloody, with the rare moment of beauty thrown in for good measure. By mixing mythology and technology together with a good old-fashioned story about two men trekking across the US, American Gods creates an unforgettable journey that you'll want to go on again and again.