BOOK REVIEW: The Best of Evil 

 

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by: Karri Compton

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Title: The Best of Evil

Author: Eric Wilson

Publisher: Water Brook Press

Genre: Inspirational/Suspense

ISBN: 0-7642-0204-9

 

Aramis Black is determined to outrun his past. A formerly abused drug user that almost got himself killed, Aramis decides to move in with his wannabe country star older brother Johnny Ray in Nashville. He opens a coffeehouse on the east side, and for a while all seems well.

 

Black’s is a hopping java shop. But when a murder occurs right before his eyes, Aramis reels from the shock. The victim mumbles odd but familiar words that bring Aramis memories of his dead mother, along with more family trouble. What does it all mean? Will his digging cause him more pain, or will he finally find peace from his tortured past?

 

In the pursuit of the killer, strange clues surface that uncover Aramis’ past. Secrets long shrouded break to the surface once more and threaten his life and those around him. Can he solve his family mystery as well as help bring a criminal to justice?

 

I highly recommend this novel—another brilliant suspense plot from this talented author. Wilson magically weaves historical events into the plot in an intriguing manner. I expected a few surprises and was not disappointed. Wilson’s characters ring true--never perfect, but multi-faceted. My only personal difficulties with the book were that it took me a while to “get into” the 1st person POV, and that the beginning didn’t start fast enough for me. But those are two minor obstacles I quickly overcame.

 

I sank my proverbial teeth into this story in short order. While reading, I was reminded repeatedly that God brings good out of evil and that His plans can’t be thwarted. I also appreciated the encouragement to put the past behind and look to what’s ahead. Engaging mind and heart, this proved an immensely enjoyable read!