"As the owner of the metaphysical betting shop, Edgar challenges people to "put their money where their mouths are" about their faith. If someone believes that the 16th reincarnation of the Dalai Lama is the one true incarnation, or that his grandfather's spirit lives in a tree, Edgar reasons that he should be willing to bet money on it. And Edgar never loses a bet." "It isn't long before people of all faiths are rushing to outdo each other. As the competitive rage spreads, the betting shops cause a dangerous faith war resulting in multiple popes, a beautiful woman claiming to be God's messenger, and technological riot with artificially intelligent home appliances." "Meanwhile, there's an optimistic supermarket trolley climbing Mount Everest, looking for God..."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved