Randy Alcorn

 A few years ago I was introduced to some books that I’ve never quite forgotten. Every book that I have read written by Randy Alcorn has been exciting, spiritual and composed with unforgettable characters and contemporary plots. The second blog column I wrote was reviewing one of Mr. Alcorn’s masterpieces.

Though written in an altogether different genre than that of Safely Home (for previous review click here), three closely related books, Deadline, Dominion, and Deception are just as excellent. Deadline opens with a car crash that ultimately involves the central characters of all three books. This murder-mystery revolves around an award-winning journalist, Jake Woods, and his investigation of that crash. His exploration plunges him into a deeper search; one for the meaning of his own existence.

Dominion revolves around the central character, Clarence Abernathy. This is my favorite. Clarence’s quest to seek revenge for two murders leads him into the world of inner-city gangs and racial conflict.  The character gives a realistic insight into racial conflict in America. It is written in such an accurate way that Mr. Alcorn has received many letters from readers who assume he is African American. (Which he is not.)

The third related book, Deception, uses the rough-around-the-edges homicide detective, Ollie Chandler as its protagonist. Corruption, political tension, and spiritual struggle make Ollie’s investigation into the murder of a professor a time for introspection. The murderer is someone in the police department and to make matters worse, Ollie can’t remember where he was at the time of the homicide. Could it be Ollie, himself who is guilty of this crime?

All Alcorn’s books have a unique feature that I love. At some point there is a view of the events unfolding on earth as seen by those in heaven. The reader will be provoked to think about the “so great a cloud of witnesses.”

If you are one who likes books about contemporary investigations yet find that most in this style are too coarse with bad language and explicit sexual content, you will be pleased with the three “D’s”. (as I refer to them ) You will also be pleasantly surprised with their spiritual side.

These books have an appeal to Christian men as well as women. For those who love to read, you’ll want to add these great books to your library.  You can purchase Randy Alcorn's books here.