The Fall
Written by Mark Edwards on November 28, 2023
Regrets are like birthdays—they keep coming, each one a new scar slowing you down and dragging you closer to your grave.
Ariel Fall, a seasoned private investigator, knew this well. After the devastating loss of his wife and young daughter, Ariel attempts to forge ahead, leaving behind the painful memories that threatened to ensnare him. But his quest for redemption proved more elusive than anticipated, and his entanglement in a series of harrowing investigations were proving rather useless, only serving to expose the darkest corners of humanity’s nature and the enigmatic depths of the human mind.
Haunted by the relentless pursuit of truth, Ariel embarks on a treacherous journey, encountering a seductive femme fatale and an enigmatic “guardian angel” along the way. As he delves deeper into the mysteries surrounding the Lavender Killer, the League of Damned, and the notorious Dirty Joe, he discovers the pervasive corruption lurking within the very heart of the London police force.
In a world where rules and morality blur, Ariel is forced to confront his own limitations and question the validity of conventional approaches. Struggling with the weight of his decisions, each one seeming to lead to his downfall, he realizes that true impact requires bending and even breaking the rules. With the specter of failure looming, Ariel must navigate treacherous waters where every choice feels like a waking nightmare.
Book Review by Geoff Carter, Breakfast Show Presenter at UK Talk Radio:
Albert Jaskula’s “The Fall” takes readers on a gripping journey through the intricacies of regret and the haunting echoes of life’s scars. As a seasoned private investigator, Ariel Fall grapples with the relentless weight of his own remorse after the tragic loss of his wife and daughter. Jaskula skilfully weaves a narrative that explores the complex intersections of grief, redemption, and the unforgiving pursuit of truth.
Regrets, likened to relentless birthdays, accumulate like scars, slowing Ariel down and pulling him inexorably closer to his own existential precipice. The author masterfully captures the essence of Ariel’s quest for redemption, a journey that leads him through a series of harrowing investigations. These inquiries expose the darkest corners of humanity and delve into the enigmatic depths of the human mind, challenging Ariel’s resolve to move forward.
The narrative unfolds as Ariel encounters a seductive femme fatale and an enigmatic “guardian angel,” adding layers of intrigue to his already complex journey. The mysteries surrounding the Lavender Killer, the League of Damned, and the notorious Dirty Joe unravel to reveal a pervasive corruption within the heart of the London police force.
In a world where moral boundaries blur, Ariel confronts his own limitations and questions the validity of conventional approaches. Jaskula artfully portrays Ariel’s internal struggle with the weight of his decisions, each one seemingly leading to his inevitable downfall. The narrative skilfully explores the idea that true impact often necessitates bending and even breaking the rules.
Navigating treacherous waters, every choice Ariel makes feels like a waking nightmare as the spectre of failure looms large. “The Fall” is a compelling exploration of the human condition, offering readers a thought-provoking journey into a world where morality is fluid, and the line between right and wrong becomes increasingly blurred. Albert Jaskula’s storytelling prowess shines through, delivering a tale that keeps readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page.
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