PIERCING THE DARKNESS

Narrator Richard Ferrone launches an outstanding performance that reveals the battle between good and evil fought over Benton Corner's school district. His vocal range, tone, and inflections for multiple characters leave the listener spellbound, as does his articulation of demonic and heavenly warriors. He portrays the blackmailer, the murderer, and Satanists with convincing nuance and menace. He is particularly good when depicting law enforcement personnel as they find clues and hunt down a ritualistic murderer. Although well characterized, this suspense-filled inspirational mystery may be overlong for some listeners. G.D.W. (c) AudioFile 2002, Portland, Maine [Published: AUG/SEP 02]