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- New Song Publishers

- Mar 17
- 1 min read
Ranaan Gerberer writes: "The Day the Devil Went on Trial operates on several levels – humorous, religious, and philosophical. Many readers will chuckle at the idea that heaven has a board of directors. They may also be intrigued by the concept of “heavy” discussions among such deceased notables as Mahatma Gandhi, Abraham Lincoln, the biblical Abraham, Anne Frank, and Florence Nightingale. But if you go deeper into the conversation and pay attention to what they’re saying, they’re expressing eternal truths ... Whether you’re a religious mystic, a fan of speculative fiction, or want to be entertained, you’ll enjoy The Day the Devil Went on Trial."
Jamie Michelle writes: "The Day the Devil Went on Trial is a fabulously audacious premise that Ian Pear offers with intelligence and wit. The writing style alternates scenes and settings, and, depending on who we are watching, there is a creative balance between satire and seriousness. I love that we are invited to consider how power, belief, and accountability operate across institutions, whether it is sacred or civic. The courtroom framework is well-done and walks us through what has transpired through organic testimony. I had a little bit of a chuckle at the invoking of none other than Mr. Clarence Darrow. Overall, it is clear that Pear’s imagination is expansive, and those who like thoughtful, entertaining theology—and this is theological fiction—will find that here. Very highly recommended."
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