Review of Truth and Evil

[Carissa Joan Simpson]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Truth and Evil" by G. Edward Martin.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Truth and Evil by G. Edward Martin is a thought-provoking novella that tells the story of a young German soldier in World War II and his quest for redemption. The story immediately begins with the soldier’s death and his summons to Heaven to stand before God, who tasks him with learning the truth about humanity and answering for his heinous crimes. The soldier is sent back to Earth several times and throughout the course of the story uncovers the truth of human nature and right his wrongs.

Although God and the Christian faith are key points in this story, Martin frames the story in a way that does not necessitate belief. The author deploys God not for the reader to confront Him but instead as a starting point in the discussion of morality and human nature. As Martin demonstrates through this young soldier, every person on this Earth is capable of good and evil, which means each person also has the choice toward redemption. Deploying these themes, Martin crafts a stimulating tale that captivated me until the very end and demonstrates critical points regarding humanity.

One of the most interesting aspects of this novella is Martin’s straightforward writing, which is starkly contrasted to the typically embellished poetry of literature that tackles similar themes. In this way, Martin mimics the Bible, which I believe sets Martin’s book apart and makes it unique.

The novella is also meticulously edited with not a single error distracting from the reading experience. Because of the unique and flawless execution of difficult and complex themes, I give Truth and Evil a five out of five stars rating. I would recommend this book to anyone who is looking for an inspirational and intriguing read regarding the nuances of human nature and the true scope of humans’ potential to change.

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