Description:
In this sequel to Dark Star, rock star Everett Lester is eager to share the redeeming power of Christ's love with the world through his music. But reaching his family in their twisted lives is another issue altogether. His gambling-addicted brother, Eddie, and the rest of his deteriorating family greet Everett's attempts with disdain and hatred, when the Mob gets involved, dangerous threats become a haunting reality. And when Eddie's son, Wesley--who blames Everett for his brother's death--hooks up with psychic Tony Badino, the two meth-using antichrists will stop at nothing to bring Everett down ant secure his demise!
My Review:
Becoming a Christian didn't automatically make Lester's life easy! His brother's family is extremely messed up and he feels responsible because of the messages he had conveyed in his "previous life" as a rock star. Everett seems to be desperately trying to pull his brother's family together, but everything keeps going wrong. Spiritual forces are at work against him and his wife Karen as they try to reach out to Eddie's family and launch a new music tour in which he will proclaim God's work in his life. Satan uses threats through some dangerous men, emotional turmoil, and doubts to try to thwart Everett's plans.
This novel takes an edgier look at life addicted to Meth and how it plays with Wesley's mind and emotions. Again Mapes does an excellent job of communicating the realness of spiritual battles while reminding the readers of God's conquering love. It is another powerful book by a wonderful author who has a great way of communicating truth. As I said in my review of Dark Star, the first book in this series, I love how Mapes boldly tackles this story and conveys the frightening truth of evil but leaves no doubt as to the hope we have in Jesus.
A sunny day rating!
