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Originally Posted by Shnabdabber
If you are into fantasy I would recommend...Job: A Comedy of Justice by Robert A. Heinlein.
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A really good read, it takes an interesting look at religion and proving one's faith on religion as experienced by a modern Job. But if you're new to Heinlein, I'd actually recommend
"Stranger In A Strange Land".
From Amazon:
Stranger in a Strange Land, winner of the 1962 Hugo Award, is the story of Valentine Michael Smith, born during, and the only survivor of, the first manned mission to Mars. Michael is raised by Martians, and he arrives on Earth as a true innocent: he has never seen a woman and has no knowledge of Earth's cultures or religions. But he brings turmoil with him, as he is the legal heir to an enormous financial empire, not to mention
de facto owner of the planet Mars. With the irascible popular author Jubal Harshaw to protect him, Michael explores human morality and the meanings of love. He founds his own church, preaching free love and disseminating the psychic talents taught him by the Martians. Ultimately, he confronts the fate reserved for all messiahs...Can you grok it?