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The Gods at Number 23 Kindle Edition

by Lisa Keeble (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars (8)
The uproarious new novel from the author of From His Perspective 'presents a hilarious take on mythology and sets the tone for the humor/comedy genre'

Zeus looked down on the Parthenon, a scowl on his face. The view hadn’t changed in hundreds of years, plenty of tourists but not a single bloody worshipper. Something had to be done. Lots were drawn and the five losers, Pan, Hades, Hebe, Vesta and Janus ended up in a 3 bedroom semi in Brighton, tasked with overturning religious beliefs that had existed for millennia.
Needless to say, the five gods and goddesses faced a steep learning curve, but they soon realised that humans were far more entertaining than they had imagined. Once they’d adjusted, they embarked on their mission to rekindle belief in the ancient gods. They used the power of the media, home-made pharmaceuticals and questionable charm to divert the human race from their everyday worries, working on the premise that an uncluttered mind is a receptive mind. They were so successful that even Zeus, their boss, was impressed
During their sojourn on Earth they realised that their immortal life, debauched and luxurious as it was, was hollow and empty. Among the humans, they found fame and fortune, freedom to laugh and love. Pan and Hades, one a fickle sex addict, the other the brooding lord of the Underworld, discovered a passion so deep that it transcended worlds. Hebe and Vesta were lauded by feminists as they proved that, with enough self-belief, women really could have it all. Janus, thoughtful and serious, could see the past and the future and eventually decided that it was time for them all to return home to Olympus.
They’d had all tasted true freedom and refused to let it go. Callous, belligerent Zeus had his human followers back, but it came at a price. Mount Olympus would never be the same again. Gay marriage, divorce, women’s rights, a transgender boatman – the immortal deities learned to embrace them all.
However, as the decades passed, the gods and goddesses were, once again, slipping from the humans’ minds. The only thing for it was another trip back to Brighton, better prepared, with a greater understanding. This time they even took Cerberus, Hade’s three headed dog (although modified to fit in with canines on Earth).


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  1. Print length
    230 pages
  2. Language
    English
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  4. Publication date
    October 31, 2020
  5. File size
    785 KB
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Readers' Favorite ReviewThe Gods at Number 23 by Lisa Keeble is a humorous story written around a witty plot. When humans stopped believing in their existence, the ancient gods suffered immensely. Their money and alcohol began depleting. Although the majority of them had no empathy with humans, the gods needed believers if they wished to continue living a life of luxury and debauchery. Subsequently, they decided to send three gods (Pan, Hades, Janus) and two goddesses (Hebe and Vesta) to earth to execute this assignment. Creating an army of followers to replenish the treasure of the gods meant they had to work together. Instead, the goddesses realized how unfairly they were being treated by the gods -- all of them, not just the three they were sharing a house with. Thus, a new wave of equality started from earth, the echo of which shook the very core of the ancient gods.

The Gods at Number 23 presents a hilarious take on mythology and sets the tone for the humor/comedy genre. The characters take their special powers to another comic level. Hebe, the goddess of youth and beauty, flaunts her skills in her job on the make-up counter, while Vesta, the goddess of the hearth and home, spends all her time tidying up the house. Whether it was Vesta who enjoyed the company of a blazing phallus or the gods who, in an attempt to increase their followers, worked on a product to fix the erection problems of the male population, the main attraction of the storyline remains phallic. Lisa Keeble has kept the plot entertaining by throwing many twists in the characters' paths. At its core, The Gods at Number 23 is an unusual idea presented in the most fascinating manner. Being bizarre is a major part of its charm. I would recommend The Gods at Number 23 by Lisa Keeble to humor lovers who do not shy away from laughing at a light-hearted comedy about ancient gods

From the Author

I started writing The Gods at Number 23 just before the 2020 lockdown which was pretty strict where I live in the South of France. I was allowed to leave the apartment for 1 hour each day and could go no further than 1km from home. I spent two months alone and if it hadn't been for Pan, Hebe, Hades, Janus and Vesta, I am not sure I would have coped. Their characters came alive in my mind and, thanks to them, I had company. We laughed together (a lot) as we built their world together, we got through their struggles and they helped my through mine. The Gods at Number 23 will always hold a special place in my heart, however many books I write, as it made me realise that, as long as I am a writer, I need never be lonely.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08K7PDD8R
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 31, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 785 KB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 230 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 out of 5 stars (8)

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Lisa Keeble was born in the UK in 1966. She had aspirations to be a writer from a young age so, naturally, grew up to be an accountant. However, three years ago she packed her bags, left behind her spreadsheets without so much as a goodbye and headed off to the South of France. She now lives by the sea and she writes - poems, short stories and recently, much to her surprise, a book. From His Perspective, her first novel, turned out to be a much bigger success than she thought so she started writing a second one which will be available in the summer of 2020. Years of pent up creative energy have been unleashed so God knows what will happen next.

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4.4 out of 5 stars
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  • Samie182
    5.0 out of 5 stars Tena on standby!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 13, 2020
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    I’m so pleased I retained some Tena from reading Lisa’s first book, because they’re most definitely needed again!
    Another comedic hit, in my opinion, and hopefully that of others too. I have so far found myself trying to retain my giggles, so as not to wake a sleeping husband, but also out of fear of bursting my recent surgical stitches!
    Once again, Lisa has wrote a very descriptive story, where you feel like you’re sat beside the characters, and one that is hysterically funny, whilst also bringing in a bit of a history lesson.

    Bring on No3 Lisa!
    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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  • Kate Gladwin
    4.0 out of 5 stars An enjoyable , easy read with interesting ideas.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 17, 2021
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    The storyline is interesting and thought provoking while being an easy read.
    Worth a go !
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  • S M Clark
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very creative take on the ancients, funny and captivating
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 31, 2024
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    Add to my library
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Humorous and engaging plot!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 8, 2020
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    I bought this after seeing a tweet about it - I knew nothing about the book or author but I am always looking for new reading material! The plot is interesting and funny, so I recommend this book. The author appears to have published it herself, which I find impressive as well.
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