10.29.09
Posted in Action Suspense, Recent Publication, Spiritual Books at 6:40 am by Easley Wayne
The Last Word by Kathy Herman
I believe a book should be judged by its design. The Last Word by Kathy Herman is designed for Christians who are proud of their faith and also enjoy well written thrillers.
I highly recommend The Last Word to two audiences: Christians who believe in the Bible and accept Christ as Savior; and people who love suspense novels.
Kathy Herman’s latest novel is a Christian Thriller with multiple sub-plots. The Last Word details the struggle of Brill Jessup, Chief of Police of Sophie Trace, Tennessee to control a murder spree and threat to her own life. The author shares with us the strategy of both the manhunt and the scheme to protect potential victims.
I count three main plots: Chief Jessup’s efforts to catch a vengeful ex convict before he slays any more public officials; Vanessa Jessup’s struggle to regain the faith she had abandoned at college; and the attempts of Ty Nicholson and Merrick Fountain to establish their purpose in life.
In The Last Word, characters wonder about people who have been victimized by crime, and ask if they given themselves to the Lord? Did they have that chance? The characters ponder what makes some people evil, and what turns them toward a life of crime and violence?
In the story, characters consider what God calls them to do in violent situations. Should they forgive the violent criminals? How do you comfort the families of victims? What do you say when they ask why God allowed their loved one to suffer or die?
Kathy Herman’s novel is full of well drawn characters, a fascinating mystery, and a plethora of teachings about Christianity. This is an excellent book for any Christian.
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