The Confession by Robert Whitlow

Noted Christian mystery writer Robert Whitlow takes the reader on a journey of twists and turns (and a few hairpin curves) in his novel, The Confession.  An outstanding work, and a must read for mystery fans, The Confession tells the story of a small town assistant district attorney trying to prosecute criminals while hiding his own secret past. Holt Douglas has a full life.  He has a promising law career , a beautiful girlfriend who owns a prominent beauty salon, and even a Jack Russell terrier who hunts squirrels.  But when Holt begins to delve into the supposed suicide of a wealthy town citizen, he opens up trails that lead back to a tragic high school accident that also is not what it seems. Whitlow has a true gift of characterization. For example, I rooted for one important character through many chapters, but as the plot unfolded, I began to dislike this person, and then after a few more chapters, to understand and to appreciate the final unraveling. This was an unexpected, but thoroughly satisfying, mental reading journey. A Christian witness is evident throughout the novel. A confession is required of several people; scripture is prominently mentioned. Whitlow is a master writer who leads plot and subplot to a satisfying conclusion. The Confession will not disappoint, although at the end I wanted a sequel. I did not want to let go of Holt, Angelina, Trish and the others.  I received a complimentary review copy of this book. I was not required to write a positive review and the words expressed here are my own.