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Reviewed by Frank Mutuma for Readers' Favorite
Why would God allow his perfect organization to be run by imperfect humans? This is one of the questions Rod asks himself one Saturday as he is on a preaching mission. Cult Language by Rome Jones is an amazing work that gives us a glimpse into the world of God's Begotten, a religious sect. Worldly things are looked upon with suspicion, and that is why Kai knows better than to share his thoughts or stare at Patrice openly. The elders knew the evils of youth and constantly reminded them of the dangers of premarital sex, diseases, and eternal damnation. The punishment for falling is apparent: one is shunned by the community or, worse, disfellowshipped if they do not show repentance for their actions. Abby wonders how one can tell if someone is repentant.
Cult Language by Rome Jones is not only entertaining but also thought-provoking. I am sure the message in the book will resonate with many readers, especially now that communities face all kinds of extremes, not only religious but other ideologies. I loved how Jones uniquely approached the issue of religion and being human, surrounded by human circumstances. The book left me thinking about our role in rehabilitating or entrenching ideologies and the ideas we are born with. I loved the vivid descriptions of events and emotions. The flow of the plotline is flawless, and the reader will be captured by the perspective of the teenagers, such as Patrice, Kai, and Abby, who give life to the story of God's Begotten.
