Fat Charlie

Fat Charlie is the main character in Neil Gaiman's novel "American Gods." He is an ordinary man who discovers that he has a mysterious and powerful father—an ancient, hidden god. Throughout the story, Charlie navigates his new understanding of his identity, facing challenges from mythological beings and uncovering secrets about himself and his heritage. The novel explores themes of belief, identity, and the clash between old and new gods. Charlie's journey highlights how personal faith and cultural stories influence reality and shape who we are.