Title: The Diving God
Author: Brian Ray Brewer
Publisher: XlibrisUS
ISBN: 979-8369405901
Pages: 214
Genre: Fiction
Reviewed by: Ephantus M.
Pacific Book Review
Author Brian Ray Brewer’s The Diving God is an emotionally satisfying book centered around a man who almost loses himself after a series of draining relationships. He is confronted with choices but fails to make any work until he meets two ”outcasts” who extend to him a rare form of compassion.
Bob and his girlfriend Kathy are on vacation in Mexico and have been capitalizing on The Willard’s guide during their exploration of various tourist sites and hotels. The two love birds have been living together for several months though they have known each other for years. Kathy wants to settle down with Bob after the vacation but the latter is finding it difficult to move in with due to his constrained financial situation. While wrapping up their visit, the name “Temple of the Diving God” stands out from their guide, and for some reason, Bob is unable to resist a biting itch to explore the place.
Bob cunningly sneaks out of their hotel room early the next morning leaving Kathy fast asleep. He finds his way down to the Temple of the Diving God where he meets a young boy called Tom Cruise. Tom is in earnest expectation to learn how to dive skillfully and Bob is all ready to help him with a few diving lessons. Shortly after, he meets Ann Lau, a Danish woman who is also on vacation. Things move fast between them with both declaring an insatiable longing for each other’s company and love. Things however turn out differently from what Bob expected and he is left lost and broken. Amazingly, the person who can help his life get back on track is not only hated by society but can’t speak English as well.
This is one of the most logical, realistic, and believable tales out there which hits all the romance beats. It will push your emotions to the extreme with its unrelenting twists and turns, as well as its extreme tension and emotional conflict. The story has been told through the main character who surprisingly remains resilient in the face of numerous snags, as well as other well-hewn secondary characters who ably support the plot. The author follows the moral principle that good behavior is rewarded with unconditional love among other lessons which readers will find inspiring, flexible, and unique.
Readers will also love Brian Ray Brewer’s artistic creativity and imagination, his vivid sensory descriptions, and his viewpoint concerning love and life, which he exhibits while bringing out a whole different thought-provoking concept regarding kindness and empathy. The Diving God is a potential award winner and a must-read novel for ultimate escapism after a long day’s work.
