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Reviewed by Jefto Pierre for Readers' Favorite
In The Devil Himself by Steven Duggan, Jack Finch's life comes to a dramatic halt the day Karen Williams, a teen girl, is murdered. Accused of her murder, Jack ends up serving eight years in prison for a crime he did not commit. He is convinced that Tom, his brother, set him up. To add insult to injury, Kate, his wife, divorces him and marries Tom. They raise a child together, along with Jack's daughter, Laura. After serving his time in prison, Jack returns to the town his family is residing in and is determined to prove that Tom is Karen's real killer. Jack desperately wants to reconnect with his family and clings to the hope that he'll reconcile with them one day. Another murder of a teen girl, similar to the first, throws a wrench in Jack's plans. Will the police succeed in pinning this new murder on him? Can he exonerate himself before it's too late?
Steven Duggan's The Devil Himself is a gripping tale that examines the notion of justice and the battle between individual perceptions of right and wrong. The story is narrated mostly from Jack's perspective, adding dry humor and satire to his riveting journey. Jack's prison life is one of the most well-depicted aspects of the novel. He delivers a convincing portrayal of an innocent man caught in the wrong situation at the wrong time. The torment Jack endures in prison, coupled with his hatred of Tom and his intense feelings of desperation, skillfully draws readers deeper into his grim reality. Needless to say, the author saves the best part for last. The ending! Wow! If I had to describe it using one word, I'd choose brilliant. If you think you can crack this case wide open, think again. This story is far from predictable, even if it cunningly tricks you into thinking otherwise. The plot twists will hit you hard. You simply won't see them coming, which makes this novel perfect for fans of thrilling murder mysteries.
