Review: Essence of Evil

Essence of Evil by Barbara Ann Derksen

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Essence of Evil is the second of three books in the Finders Keeper Series. I did not read the first one before reading this one and I had no problem reading it as a standalone novel. However, it is such a good book that I want to read the first one and can’t wait for the third.

Christine witnessed the murder of her parents 20 years ago. She has been in hiding since then, working as a finder of lost children along with her dog, Chief and her office-mate Jeremy. One morning Christine is left a “gift” on her lawn that sets in motion a search that involves child abduction and pedophilia – truly essences of evil. This book held me spellbound until the end. This book has a horrendous subject matter, but didn’t go into all the graphic details that are unnecessary. I couldn’t put it down. I love Chief and his relationship with the children. I like the relationship between Jeremy (a very devout Christian) and Christine who is not a Christian, but seems to be listening to Jeremy and slowly accepting what he says. I’m very intrigued by Dr John Belmont and by Denny Houghton. Maybe we’ll learn more about them in the next book?? I would give this book more than 5 stars if I could, but I can only give 5 and say it was one of the best books I’ve read all year.

I was given this book by bookfun.org for review purposes




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