The End of Time by Randall Towe Reviewed by Don Bacue, Executive Editor International Features Syndicate

The End of Time (Broadband Productions, 2006, ISBN 1-4116-3846-8) is a creative new look at a persistently old theme: good versus evil.  But instead of adding yet another cookie-cutter story to the gristmill, author Randall Towe has created a fantastic world in which two lovers are torn apart by enormous evil. 

In order to stand up to the Satanic powers of the alien Elohim, sworn enemies who are out to destroy the whole of mankind, two space travelers must first learn the truth of why we are all on this planet.  In their sweep through the galaxy, Catherine and Darien—her own personal Ulysses—face demons far beyond mere mortals, climaxing in a battle with the ultimate demonic force of Satan, himself.  As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that the author draws as much upon the inner strength and moral fortitude of his characters as he does upon their heroic feats. 

This fast-paced story built around a heroic plot is filled with memorable characters.  The story climaxes with an epic battle in which the future of humanity hangs in the balance and eventually resolves into a very believable, feel-good ending.  The author has done a commendable job of recreating the often-told story line of good vs. evil while giving it a new twist.  The result is a book that moves along quickly and readers who find it difficult to put down.  In short, this is a solid four-out-of-five-star rating, one of the most creative and enjoyable books of its genre.