The Devil Is In The Details

Finding balance isn’t easy, especially when a story has two necessary components. The first calls for a realistic portrayal of both a transnational criminal enterprise as well as the people who work to thwart it. The second is the more subtle exploration of the relationship between Amy Koehler and Todd Birch. One requires an almost scientific account of the motives and methods law enforcement and organized criminal groups use to achieve their ends, while the other demands a rousing witness to a bourgeoning romance.

In The Sins of our Father Kate A. Knight uses a combination of Amy’s innate abilities and her unique vulnerabilities to nuance the intrigue in such as way that both crime fiction aficionados and romance addicts will appreciate.

The author blames Amy’s clinical mind and emotional deficiencies as well the necessity behind which Todd hides for the off-kilter debut of a neo-classical romance. It’s an oxymoron that works, because the devil is in the details.

Striving for literary balance was a constant challenge throughout the novel. There’s a woman of action and a man of words; a submissive who dominates from the bottom; and a poignant vulnerability that disguises unparalleled ruthlessness. The heroes are far from heroic; the villains incite our sympathies; the romance is decidedly dark.

Added to this tableau is the eventual resolution of the reasons for and persons behind the murder of Amy Koehler’s parents. It is a crucial part of the plot, because it is the impetus behind Amy’s professional and private lives. But Amy isn’t the only one with secrets. Todd Birch has his own story that belies the façade of the open, affable and charismatic diplomat.

If you’re curious about how it works – or even dubious – The Sins of Our Father is coming soon to Amazon Kindle and Apple iBook. It is the first of The Sins Trilogy, which also features The Sins of the Flesh and The Wages of Sin.