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Expecting Someone Taller by Tom Holt

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In Expecting Someone Taller, did you enjoy ...

... the playful, irreverent sense of humor and wit?

Good Omens by Neil Gaiman & Terry Pratchett

If you loved the absurdity and clever banter of Expecting Someone Taller, you'll find Good Omens a riot. The unlikely duo of an angel and a demon scrambling to avert the apocalypse is packed with the same sharp wit and satirical edge, poking fun at everything from the inefficiency of the forces of good and evil to the quirks of modern British life.

... the way mythology and literary references are reimagined in a modern setting?

The Eyre Affair by Jasper Fforde

Much like how Expecting Someone Taller brings Norse gods into modern England, The Eyre Affair throws literary classics and myth into a contemporary world with a twist. Thursday Next, a literary detective, navigates a reality where book plots can be changed—and classics are under threat. Expect playful reinvention and a love letter to storytelling.

... the use of lighthearted and whimsical magic?

Sourcery by Terry Pratchett

If you enjoyed the way Expecting Someone Taller played with magical artifacts and deities in a tongue-in-cheek style, Sourcery delivers more of that comic sorcery. Rincewind, an inept wizard, stumbles through magical disasters and absurdities, all with Pratchett's trademark light touch and comic flair.

... the straightforward, linear adventure narrative that doesn’t take itself too seriously?

The Princess Bride by William Goldman

For those who loved the direct, fairy-tale-like storytelling of Expecting Someone Taller, The Princess Bride is a perfect fit. From Westley's daring rescues to Vizzini's quips and the story’s playful tone, it's a delightful romp full of humor, adventure, and memorable characters.

... the blend of unpredictable twists and comedic absurdity?

Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency by Douglas Adams

If you found joy in the unexpected turns and offbeat logic of Expecting Someone Taller, you'll love Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency. Dirk’s investigations lead to wild, surprising revelations involving time travel, ghosts, and a missing cat—all wrapped in Adams’s dry, hilarious style.

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