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Reviewed by Asher Syed for Readers' Favorite
Interview with the Devil by Michael Harbron revolves around Joe Banbury, a struggling writer who is tormented by the Devil while working on a book about him. After a tense break and advice from his agent Lilly, Joe decides to confront the Devil directly. The Devil's psychological torment and threats lead Joe to a series of dramatic encounters, including a violent confrontation where Joe, gun in hand, is crushed under the weight of what freedom and support to complete his book really mean. On top of this, Joe's controversial manuscript contains plenty to spark public outrage, and, at best, there's a high probability of violent protests. At worst, he could upend everything humanity believes to be true. Either way, as intense media scrutiny and personal threats ensue, Joe tries to manage his new influence and mitigate the inevitable fallout.
Michael Harbron's Interview with the Devil: Resurrection is a gripping look at the balancing act of ambition and redemption in a pitch-perfect mix of psychological suspense and supernatural intrigue. The writing is taut and thoughtful, capturing Joe’s descent into and eventual rise—if you can call it that—from existential turmoil. The strength of the story lies in Joe's interactions with the Devil, cleverly depicted in alternative forms, by way of philosophical conversations and intense conflict. Changes in landscape maintain a string of atmospheric vibes even when we are in the everyday world, and I was continually pulled into the overriding, and rather serious, moral conundrum. The plot twist is really unexpected and Harbron gets bonus points for symbolism relating to the most famous three days in Christianity. The narrative is thought-provoking, challenging the reader's perceptions of good and evil. The book has a satisfying ending with room for another follow-up novel. I'm game for it if Harbron decides to serve it up. Recommended.
