Book Excerpt:
"Robert Sumina, a successful entrepreneur, husband, and father, hates his own father, Enis, so much that he told his ten-year-old daughters their grandfather died. Why? Because Enis was so verbally and physically abusive that Robert's mother committed suicide to escape his wrath.
When Hurricane Katrina demolishes New Orleans and sends thousands of residents fleeing from the city, Enis, now sixty-five years old, hobbled and destitute because of the hurricane, lands—unannounced—on the doorstep of Robert’s suburban Dallas home. Robert’s lie is exposed. To make matters worse, Enis is nothing like the monster Robert described.
Robert’s daughters and wife are drawn to Enis like moths to a flame. He’s charismatic, kind, wise, and has them eating out of the palm of his hand. But Robert isn’t buying Enis’ act. So, when his wife and kids aren’t around, he gives Enis an ultimatum—leave in two weeks or be prepared to face the same level of abuse that he inflicted on Robert and his mother. Enis counters with a threat that will bring Robert to his knees and leaning toward what appears to be his only option…murder.
Bestselling Author, Brian W. Smith, has crafted a suspense novel with the tension of an Alfred Hitchcock thriller. This story of dysfunction and blackmail is punctuated with the author's trademark plot twist that is sure to make this an instant classic."
Title: Animus
Author: Brian W. Smith
Publisher: B.W.S.
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Animus" by Brian W. Smith
My Opinion:
'Animus' meaning a strong dislike or enmity; hostility attitude as this title fits so well to this story. For some reason, I felt sorry for Robert Sumina in what all he had endured during his childhood with that horrible father, Enis. So, as the story plays out, this author lets the readers understand just how awful he was to Robert and his mother, and you know that karma is coming. However, what a surprise that was ... and to find out what that surprise contains...you will have to pick up 'Animus' and see what this author has in store for the reader. Wow, that is all that is left to say when it is all said and done. After reading this good read, I wondered if I missed signs that I didn't see that ending coming. Very well done to the author for another excellent story that was well-told.
Author: Brian W. Smith
Publisher: B.W.S.
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Animus" by Brian W. Smith
My Opinion:
'Animus' meaning a strong dislike or enmity; hostility attitude as this title fits so well to this story. For some reason, I felt sorry for Robert Sumina in what all he had endured during his childhood with that horrible father, Enis. So, as the story plays out, this author lets the readers understand just how awful he was to Robert and his mother, and you know that karma is coming. However, what a surprise that was ... and to find out what that surprise contains...you will have to pick up 'Animus' and see what this author has in store for the reader. Wow, that is all that is left to say when it is all said and done. After reading this good read, I wondered if I missed signs that I didn't see that ending coming. Very well done to the author for another excellent story that was well-told.
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