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Anansi Boys

Anansi Boys

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Our take on the Anansi Boys

Anansi Boys is Neil Gaiman's 2005 comic fantasy novel about Fat Charlie Nancy, a mild-mannered Londoner who discovers his estranged father was the West African spider god Anansi and that he has a charismatic brother, Spider. It is a loose companion to American Gods, lighter and funnier in tone, blending myth, family comedy and a murder mystery. The 2016 William Morrow paperback is widely available; the best new price is $7.40 at Target as of November 7, 2026, with three stores listing it new.

Best forNeil Gaiman fansReaders who liked American GodsComic fantasy and mythology readersBook clubs wanting a fast, funny read
Pros
  • Funny, fast-moving plot with a mystery at its center
  • Anansi folklore woven into a modern family story
  • Works as a standalone without reading American Gods
  • Accessible Gaiman: lighter and warmer than his darker books
  • Paperback edition is inexpensive and easy to find
Cons
  • Less dark and ambitious than American Gods
  • Some readers find the humor broad and the plot slight
  • Fat Charlie's passivity frustrates a few readers
  • Not a true sequel, which disappoints some expectations

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Anansi Boys price history

Lowest price we've seen: $7.40 on Nov 7 at Walmart. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 7.

What reviewers say

Readers generally enjoy Anansi Boys as a funny, warm Gaiman novel, often praising the spider-god mythology and the Fat Charlie and Spider dynamic. Some find it lighter and less memorable than American Gods.

What people mention
  • HumorPraisedReaders call it one of Gaiman's funniest books, with comic set pieces and banter.
  • MythologyPraisedThe Anansi trickster tales are woven in and widely enjoyed.
  • CharactersMixedSpider is a favorite, but some find Fat Charlie passive and hard to root for.
  • PacingMixedMany find it a quick read; others say the opening is slow.
  • ComparisonMixedFans compare it unfavorably to American Gods in depth and darkness.

Specifications

Format
PaperbackSource
Language
English, German, DutchSource
Release Year
2016Source
Publisher
William Morrow & CompanySource
Genre

Questions and answers

Do I need to read American Gods first?
No. Anansi Boys is a standalone story with only a passing connection to American Gods, so it reads fine on its own.
Is it suitable for younger readers?
It is aimed at adults. There is some violence, sexual content and strong language, so it suits older teens and up rather than children.
What edition is this?
This is the William Morrow paperback released in October 2016, in English, from the publisher's standard trade paperback line.
Is it available in other languages?
Yes. The novel has been published in German, Dutch and many other languages; check the listing's language field before ordering.
When is the price lowest?
At $7.40 at Target as of November 7, 2026, it sits at the low end for a new paperback. Used copies and sales can go lower.
Where is the Anansi Boys cheapest?
At Target, for $7.40, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Anansi Boys?
3 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Target, Booksamillion.

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Contemporary Fiction, Children & Young Adults, Science Fiction & FantasySource
Release Date
2016-10Source