Review of Genesis

[markodim721]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Genesis" by Samuel Jordan.]

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3 out of 4 stars

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The book with the interesting title Genesis The Fall: Book One by Samuel Jordan is the first book in the series. At the center of the plot of the book is Alec Donovan, a history student at Columbia University but also a man of unusual inclinations and abilities. His daily life includes his girlfriend Angela as well as his mentor Jansen. However, very soon the author will introduce readers to the Mannequin Killer, a serial killer whose identity cannot be established, even though the well-established tandem of FBI special agents Hanson and Richardson are on his trail. At the moment when readers finally understand all the actors and relationships in this occult paranormal thriller with elements of romance, the author will introduce a new character Clovis, the leader of the mysterious coven.

Will the ambitious police officer Rosa succeed where others have not and manage to track down the Mannequin Killer? What is the role of the priest of the local church, Father Lionel? Does the exotic ring give power to the wearer? Are the intelligent journalist Angela and the capable Alec in danger, and why is Jansen never separated from his silver flask? The answers to these and many other questions are offered by the author only partially in an intelligent way, further developing the story and plot of the first book in the series while at the same time providing suspense and cliffhangers.

What I really liked about this vampire thriller is that the story is largely told from the perspective of the Mannequin Killer. It allows readers to feel all the passion, urges, doubts, struggles, and everything that makes an extremely complex personality a serial killer. The author also described other characters in a very convincing way and enabled the readers to get acquainted with their motives, ways of thinking, ambitions, fears, and conflicts. The book features many interesting details that enrich each scene and give a sense of authenticity. Well-written dialogues are in the right places and provide the necessary dynamics of the plot. With his skillful writing style, the author even succeeds at the very end of the book in making the infamous Mannequin Killer a perfectly acceptable literary character.

A slightly higher number of typos is the only thing I didn’t like about the book. Yet even then the typos do not overly influence the enjoyment of the interesting plot, the vivid characters, and the narration that runs smoothly.

Deciding how to rate Genesis The Fall: Book One was easy. The excellent structure of the book, superb narration, fantastic descriptions, and striking details are perfectly blended into the authentic and well-thought-out characters. All the listed positive sides of the book are many times higher than the slightly higher number of typos, so I rate the book three out of four stars.

I recommend the book to fans of vampire thrillers, fans of books with paranormal and occult elements in the plot, as well as all those readers who appreciate well-written novels with elements of romance and murder mysteries. Due to scenes of violence, occasional profanities, and one love scene, I do not recommend the book to younger categories of readers.

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[Joyce Nwaogazie]

You carried out a nice job with your review. I'm a fan of vampire thrillers with sprinkles of paranormal scenes. I'm sure this book would be worth the read.

[markodim721]

You carried out a nice job with your review. I'm a fan of vampire thrillers with sprinkles of paranormal scenes. I'm sure this book would be worth the read.

I'm glad you liked my review. The book is truly unique and I have no doubt you will like it. Thanks for stopping by.

[Ruth Frances A]

What a nice review. Almost as mysterious as the story. A serial killer with no scruples. There are several bizarre characters, which include the leader of the coven. We also have some police officers and a man clinging to a strange ring. Well, throw in Father Lionel, a priest, and the mystic vampires then we have a great thrilling story. Great read

[Nwaka Chukwuemeka]

This book is one of the books that draw my attention to some hidden knowledge, I enjoy the book alot, ur review is captivating. Great review.

[Oyedeji Funmilayo]

Your review got me strucked, through I am not a fan of vampire books. Great review, welldone!!!