Evil thrusts readers into the social fallout that results from the murder of seven-year-old Isaac Manis. As an investigation into his wrongful death ensues, the hideous forces of deception and manipulation challenge the virtues of truth and justice in a seemingly "upright" society. After seven-year-old Isaac Manis is abducted from his home and murdered, Lieutenant Michael "Mickey" Holmes, a detective specializing in unsolved crimes, is tasked with investigating the case. Soon, Mickey finds himself entangled in a complex narrative woven from unknown hands. With pressure mounting by the moment, they ultimately force the charge upon Joshua Solomon, a mysterious leader of a nearby religious cult with a long track record of child abuse. Though Solomon seems like a primary suspect, Mickey's Lieutenant Deputy, Wally, doesn't seem convinced. The investigation continues as Solomon awaits trial. Meanwhile, investigators look inward to discover the truth about young Isaac's private life. A child of a broken home, Isaac's surroundings are dysfunctional at best. His father, Abraham, regards him with extreme resentment. His stepfather, Gideon, views him as nothing more than a nuisance. Suspicious begins to brew in the minds of the investigators as they uncover clues about the past lives of all suspects. Could these revelations be the key to uncover the truth, or are things truly as they seem? Eventually, Solomon is charged with the crime. All efforts to clear his name proved abortive. Just as he prepares to receive punishment, the terrifying truth is revealed. The story is told in a series of fast-moving scenes that heighten the tension and carry the reader along to reach a suspenseful conclusion. Test of Evil is a novel that illustrates a clear picture of a society filled with repulsive, self-indulgent, and ultimately, psychotic characters. Perfect for lovers of intrigue, thriller, suspense, and murder mysteries, this is a book to be recommended to all fans of suspense and thriller books as it sheds light upon the darkest, most hidden parts of a seemingly polite society.