Review of Heritage of Evil

[Cara Wilding]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Heritage of Evil" by Peter J. Summers.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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Dejected by his high school crush, Terry departs from Darklyn Cove with a fierce determination to prove his worth. He achieves his boyhood ambition of becoming a detective. Soon, he discovers he lacks the agency to showcase and demonstrate his value. Terry is offered a chance to join the prestigious Australian Police Force, marking a significant milestone in his promising career. He soon becomes caught up in a dangerous and volatile situation deep in the heart of Bucharest, Romania.

Amid it all, a little bundle of joy enters that same coastal town. Steve, the son of Ben and Marci Strickland, is quite a remarkable little one, considering he was born to a mother who had just undergone a hysterectomy. The child is surrounded by an ominous undercurrent and shadowy unease, hinting at the possibility of an unsettling presence within. The only apparent similarities between Steve and Terry are an overarching aversion towards fellow human beings, a youthful deficiency in intestinal fortitude, and their origins in Darklyn Cove, Australia. How might these lives converge, and to what end?

The Heritage of Evil by Peter J. Summers features two parallel narratives that eventually converge. The book is written with British grammar but is liberally laced with an abundance of American references that will appeal to readers on both sides of the Atlantic. Each chapter of the narrative alternates between these two plotlines.

What I enjoyed most about this work is that the author does an excellent job of character development. Steve's character flawlessly captures the depths of inner self-loathing and angst within him. In contrast, Terry's character effectively portrays adolescent rejection's pain and enduring impacts. The story is brimming with elements that craft suspense and allude to a dark presence, gradually weaving together the two distinct storylines destined to collide. The book was filled with clever nods to pop culture that I found incredibly entertaining. Including this element of realism enhances the narrative and makes it more relatable. The author cleverly found a way to sidestep the tired tropes often associated with vampires as well.

There were a few elements that didn't quite align with my preferences. At times, the longer alternating chapters caused a brief moment of disorientation as I tried to remember the details from the previous connected chapter. The introduction captivates your attention right from the start, but the subsequent pacing slows down, making it more challenging to stay fully engaged. The most enticing aspects of the book only reveal themselves in the final stages, at around 80% completion. The book also concludes rather abruptly, which left me with a sense of dissatisfaction. I also found certain descriptions of events, like the haunted house, to be excessive and lengthy. Additionally, the continued story of Evelyn seems unnecessary since she doesn't play a significant role later on. The lack of clarity surrounding Mark Tucker's ascent to his position is quite frustrating, as is the swift and effortless defeat Terry inflicts upon his adversary, especially considering the extensive time the book dedicates to developing his adversary's skills.

Regrettably, this book would benefit from another round of editing, as it contains several errors. In light of these factors, I would give this book a rating of 4 out of 5 stars. Although there were certain aspects that didn't quite align with my personal taste, I would highly recommend this book to individuals who appreciate a more leisurely pace, unconventional vampire storylines, and thought-provoking exploration of the clash between organized religion and evil. This reading is best suited for mature audiences due to its abundant use of profanity, explicit sexual content, and violent scenes.

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Heritage of Evil
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[Abdullah Fawmi]

This sounds like an interesting book to an extent. There are many aspects that seems to not align with my taste, it still looks like a book that I can enjoy on a free day. You have done a great job highlighting both negative and positive facts of the book.

[Runan]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Heritage of Evil" by Peter J. Summers.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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Dejected by his high school crush, Terry departs from Darklyn Cove with a fierce determination to prove his worth. He achieves his boyhood ambition of becoming a detective. Soon, he discovers he lacks the agency to showcase and demonstrate his value. Terry is offered a chance to join the prestigious Australian Police Force, marking a significant milestone in his promising career. He soon becomes caught up in a dangerous and volatile situation deep in the heart of Bucharest, Romania.

Amid it all, a little bundle of joy enters that same coastal town. Steve, the son of Ben and Marci Strickland, is quite a remarkable little one, considering he was born to a mother who had just undergone a hysterectomy. The child is surrounded by an ominous undercurrent and shadowy unease, hinting at the possibility of an unsettling presence within. The only apparent similarities between Steve and Terry are an overarching aversion towards fellow human beings, a youthful deficiency in intestinal fortitude, and their origins in Darklyn Cove, Australia. How might these lives converge, and to what end?

The Heritage of Evil by Peter J. Summers features two parallel narratives that eventually converge. The book is written with British grammar but is liberally laced with an abundance of American references that will appeal to readers on both sides of the Atlantic. Each chapter of the narrative alternates between these two plotlines.

What I enjoyed most about this work is that the author does an excellent job of character development. Steve's character flawlessly captures the depths of inner self-loathing and angst within him. In contrast, Terry's character effectively portrays adolescent rejection's pain and enduring impacts. The story is brimming with elements that craft suspense and allude to a dark presence, gradually weaving together the two distinct storylines destined to collide. The book was filled with clever nods to pop culture that I found incredibly entertaining. Including this element of realism enhances the narrative and makes it more relatable. The author cleverly found a way to sidestep the tired tropes often associated with vampires as well.

There were a few elements that didn't quite align with my preferences. At times, the longer alternating chapters caused a brief moment of disorientation as I tried to remember the details from the previous connected chapter. The introduction captivates your attention right from the start, but the subsequent pacing slows down, making it more challenging to stay fully engaged. The most enticing aspects of the book only reveal themselves in the final stages, at around 80% completion. The book also concludes rather abruptly, which left me with a sense of dissatisfaction. I also found certain descriptions of events, like the haunted house, to be excessive and lengthy. Additionally, the continued story of Evelyn seems unnecessary since she doesn't play a significant role later on. The lack of clarity surrounding Mark Tucker's ascent to his position is quite frustrating, as is the swift and effortless defeat Terry inflicts upon his adversary, especially considering the extensive time the book dedicates to developing his adversary's skills.

Regrettably, this book would benefit from another round of editing, as it contains several errors. In light of these factors, I would give this book a rating of 4 out of 5 stars. Although there were certain aspects that didn't quite align with my personal taste, I would highly recommend this book to individuals who appreciate a more leisurely pace, unconventional vampire storylines, and thought-provoking exploration of the clash between organized religion and evil. This reading is best suited for mature audiences due to its abundant use of profanity, explicit sexual content, and violent scenes.

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Your review includes both positive and negative points of the book, which allows me to make an informed decision about whether to read it or not. It’s a huge letdown for me if the adversary has been hyped but defeated easily. Also, I cannot wait for the enticing aspects of the book to appear after nearly 80% completion of the book. My patience would run out at about halfway through the book. I might not be getting around to reading this book. Thanks for the review, Cara.

[Seetha E]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Heritage of Evil" by Peter J. Summers.]

There were a few elements that didn't quite align with my preferences. At times, the longer alternating chapters caused a brief moment of disorientation as I tried to remember the details from the previous connected chapter. The introduction captivates your attention right from the start, but the subsequent pacing slows down, making it more challenging to stay fully engaged. The most enticing aspects of the book only reveal themselves in the final stages, at around 80% completion. The book also concludes rather abruptly, which left me with a sense of dissatisfaction. I also found certain descriptions of events, like the haunted house, to be excessive and lengthy. Additionally, the continued story of Evelyn seems unnecessary since she doesn't play a significant role later on. The lack of clarity surrounding Mark Tucker's ascent to his position is quite frustrating, as is the swift and effortless defeat Terry inflicts upon his adversary, especially considering the extensive time the book dedicates to developing his adversary's skills.

Regrettably, this book would benefit from another round of editing, as it contains several errors. In light of these factors, I would give this book a rating of 4 out of 5 stars. Although there were certain aspects that didn't quite align with my personal taste, I would highly recommend this book to individuals who appreciate a more leisurely pace, unconventional vampire storylines, and thought-provoking exploration of the clash between organized religion and evil. This reading is best suited for mature audiences due to its abundant use of profanity, explicit sexual content, and violent scenes.

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Heritage of Evil
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon

Unfortunately, a plot with a lot of potential gets wasted because of unneeded dragging or portions that are irrelevant to the story's progression. I hope the author considers these suggestions in the review.

Your review is composed effectively and provides enough information for a potential reader. Your assessment of four stars assures that the book has enough promise for fans of this genre, as the plot is unique.

Thanks again for this interesting review. I enjoyed reading it.

[Terry Kimble]

Cara, like all of your reviews, this review was delightful to read! I'm unsure if I could get into a vampire tale, but your review might make me try this one on for size! Sounds like, for the most part, you enjoyed it.

[NetMassimo]

This seems like an engaging novel about vampires that can be especially enjoyed by readers who appreciate certain atmospheres such as haunted houses. Thank you for your great review!

[Sarah Zain]

The plot seems full of potential. From what you said, I sensed that the story lines were multiple and there seemed to be some lack of connection , Correct me if I understood wrongly. In fact, if it were not for the explicit sexual content and violent scenes, I would have put the book on my list.
Your review is detailed and clear. I enjoyed it as usual Cara
keep up the great work.
Until next time.

[Korir Kipchumba Victor]

It is unfortunate that the chapters were long and distracted your reading which is also something I struggle with. I enjoy short and precise and where I don't have to keep going back. This is an amazing review

[Diana Lowery]

Although I would like to read a book set in Australia, novels with vampires are not my thing. I did enjoy your thoughtful review though.

[Paris Kumar]

As you mentioned that some of elements that didn't quite align :

The longer alternating chapters caused a brief moment of disorientation as we tried to remember the details from the previous connected chapter.

The starting of introduction is captivates our attention, but the subsequent pacing slows down, making it bit more challenging to stay fully engaged.

Its most enticing aspects only reveal in the final stages, at around 80% completion.

It is concludes rather abruptly, which left us with a sense of dissatisfaction.

Certain excessive and lengthy descriptions for events, like the haunted house.

The continued story of some characters looks unnecessary since they doesn't play a significant role too longer.

I hope the author will pay attention to these points you mentioned in your review.

Thanks for this honest clear point-to-point, cut-to-cut detailed review.
Your review provides lots of information for us.
I really enjoyed it

[Cara Wilding]

This sounds like an interesting book to an extent. There are many aspects that seems to not align with my taste, it still looks like a book that I can enjoy on a free day. You have done a great job highlighting both negative and positive facts of the book.

Abdullah, thanks for stopping by and taking the time to read my review and comment! I would say that the aspects of this book that I didn't care for were more about personal preference than the quality of the book (it was difficult to rate). While it might not be the first book I would reach for, it doesn't mean I wouldn't give it a go, if that makes sense! Thanks again for your thoughts! Until next time...

[Cara Wilding]

Your review includes both positive and negative points of the book, which allows me to make an informed decision about whether to read it or not. It’s a huge letdown for me if the adversary has been hyped but defeated easily. Also, I cannot wait for the enticing aspects of the book to appear after nearly 80% completion of the book. My patience would run out at about halfway through the book. I might not be getting around to reading this book. Thanks for the review, Cara.

Runan, thanks for stopping by again and leaving me a thoughtful comment! I see we share some sentiments and expectations for our reading material - fortunately for this author, there's a whole world of people who can appreciate it for what it is! I'm not a very patient reader most of the time, but every now and then, especially when I have a lot of time on my hands, I find my reading preferences can be different! I didn't feel like it was fair to take more away from this book for what felt like very personal preferences since it was otherwise a decent book. Perhaps you'll pick up some extra time and feel like you could go for something with a slow burn! Thanks again for reading my review and engaging with me! Until next time...

[Cara Wilding]

Unfortunately, a plot with a lot of potential gets wasted because of unneeded dragging or portions that are irrelevant to the story's progression. I hope the author considers these suggestions in the review.

Your review is composed effectively and provides enough information for a potential reader. Your assessment of four stars assures that the book has enough promise for fans of this genre, as the plot is unique.

Thanks again for this interesting review. I enjoyed reading it.

Seetha, thanks for stopping by to read my review and leave me some great feedback. Admittedly, I had a hard time with the subjective rating of this book, considering some of its more outstanding qualities. Thanks again, until next time...

[Cara Wilding]

Cara, like all of your reviews, this review was delightful to read! I'm unsure if I could get into a vampire tale, but your review might make me try this one on for size! Sounds like, for the most part, you enjoyed it.

Terry, thanks so much for your kind comments! I actually love a good vampire story; the trick is usually presenting it in a novel way. This author was able to do so, and yes, for the most part, I did enjoy the book. Do you ever wonder if you are being overly critical when reviewing? I was a little unsure how to rate this particular book because, in some areas (character development), I thought it was outstanding, but in others, I felt it was average (not necessarily poor). I'm always appreciative of your comments. Until next time...

[Terry Kimble]

Cara, yes! I worry about being overly critical sometimes. I know that to an author, their book is their child and I don't want to criticize someone's child! (My niece is a published author with Random House, and I know her first book is her baby!) On the other hand, as a reviewer, we must be honest so that we don't let the readers down (or the authors, in the long run). I have read books that received horrible reviews but still enjoyed the book. I also have loved books that others did not enjoy at all. So, we have to be truthful with how we perceive a book, even the critical parts. Your review offers the perfect balance of honesty!