So I mentioned in our Facebook group that this book reminded me of American Gods by Neil Gaiman though Gilman's concept is on a different level. American Gods is about how Gods of other countries came to America with all the immigration. But what I love about Gilman's concept is that the gods take physical form. The Engines can take form and can even be killed temporarily. The Guns are connected to an actual weapon which is shown when Creedmoor throws his gun to the ground and Marmion shrieks out. I'm not 100% sure if the Engines and the Guns are gods but at least for now that is how they are portrayed in my opinion.
The side of the war that is not lead by gods (that we know of so far) is the Republic. I'm glad we found out more about them in this section of reading. I think this is the group that we're supposed to identify with. They were a people that believed in democracy and justice; they seem like they were just normal, everyday people.
So who's side am I on? Right now, I'm claiming Switzerland, that is if the Engines haven't take over it yet. I feel for the Republic but they don't really have anyone representing them right now so my feelings for them only go so far. Of course the Engines I despise. I have to admit that Creedmoor is pretty awesome. The fight scene in Kloan kicked butt. I'm still on the fence and I can't see what Book 2 brings.
P.S. Sorry, I had to throw in a Twilight reference. The next movie will be coming out soon. :)
I also like how the gods/demons have a physical form. It is kind of freaking an intriguing all at the same time. And people can sense it to like Maggfrid on the train and William when he questioned Creedmoor outside the cave.
ReplyDeleteCome to think of it, the "crazy" seem to be very sensitive to these beings. I wonder if there is a connection?
So far I don't like the Engines. With the way both Liv and Maggfrid reacted to them, makes me think I'd be getting on with a migraine.
ReplyDeleteKatie, can I join you in Switzerland?