A Realistic Look at the Results of Impetuous Choices

“The Ultimate Alternative” vividly illustrates the devastation of meaningful relationships brought about by illicit lapses into “out of control” choices driven by lust. Richard Watkins uses fiction as a platform to demonstrate the danger and downfall of sexual addictions in the lives of otherwise successful,

outwardly well adjusted people.

The novel highlights the lives of Isaac, Jasmine, Derek, and Monica in a fast moving drama of flirtation, sexual affairs, deceit, unfaithfulness, and adultery. The story makes obvious the fact that regardless of how many degrees, career successes, or street smarts a person has there is a need for a solid spiritual foundation if we are to avoid yielding to the chaos brought about by sexual lust. Each of the four failed in their own way. Through forgiveness, family support, and pastoral counseling they are enabled to move on with their lives to become whole persons.

This is a book that says it like it is. This may be offensive to some. Much of the story is quite graphic, or it might become a stumbling block to others as it may cause some young men to falter by fueling their fantasies.

Watkins writes with a genuine heartfelt concern. He maintains that to overcome these temptations a person must be in fellowship with other Christians in the church and that they must develop a strong personal relationship with God.

“The Ultimate Alternative” is thought provoking, convicting, and a strong reminder to every reader that “the choices we make today will determine what we will have, be, and do in the tomorrows of your life.”

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As reviewed for Midwest Book Review.