From AudioFile
This novel from the Discworld science fiction series isa fun combination of fantasy with modern-day allusions. The reader brings a distinctive style and rhythm that suits the tale. The dry humor and tongue-in-cheek asides play well in the audio format. MORT presents an unlikely hero, an apprentice to Death who is bewildered by the role of Death and Fate in history. Nigel Planer's descriptive characterization carries the plot forward in high fashion. As Mort develops from a timid and backward lad, his voice and manner of expression vividly demonstrate the changes taking place. J.E.M. (c)AudioFile, Portland, Maine



"Consistently, inventively mad...wild and wonderful!"



"Discworld takes the classic fantasy universe through its logical, and comic evolution."



"Unadulterated fun...Witty, frequently hilarious."


Book Description
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.


From the Publisher
"A sequence of unalloyed delight"
-The Guardian

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Death comes to us all. When he came to Mort, he offered him a job.

After being assured that being dead was not compulsory, Mort accepted. However, he soon found that romantic longings did not mix easily with the responsibilities of being Death's apprentice...

FROM THE CRITICS

AudioFile - Joyce E. McCarty