Review of Unyielding Destiny

[Francis Kapola]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Unyielding Destiny" by Spiros Gratsias (author of Unyielding Destiny).]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Many of us often find ourselves pondering the purpose that drives us in life. In his novel, Unyielding Destiny, Spiros Gratsias weaves a tale that revolves around Frank Morris, a protagonist whose journey is nothing short of compelling. Stricken by the loss of his parents at a tender age, Frank's life takes an unexpected turn.

However, the narrative takes a dramatic twist when an influential Italian Don from one of America's notorious mafia families extends a guiding hand to the young Frank. As Frank evolves from boyhood to manhood, he inevitably becomes deeply enmeshed in the family's illicit operations. Despite the criminal nature of their endeavors, he forms a unique connection with Don Cabineri.

Gratsias leaves readers riveted with a central quandary: Is Frank Morris truly carving his own path or is he destined to follow a course already laid out for him? The intricate interplay between his mafia upbringing, military service, and unexpected connections ensures that Unyielding Destiny promises a thought-provoking exploration of one man's journey through the labyrinth of life's choices.

The novel's ultimate triumph undoubtedly lies in its concluding moments. The ending, in particular, takes the prize for its ability to completely upend my expectations. It's a twist that left me grappling with a whirlwind of emotions in relation to the entire book. I found myself oscillating between a sense of affinity for the story and a hint of uncertainty.

The story poses a reading challenge that demands a high level of attentiveness from the reader.  The story transitions lack a smooth flow as it is told from different perspectives.

The above-mentioned challenge was personal and not really something to dislike. I therefore rate Unyielding Destiny five out of five stars. Further, the book is professionally edited, and I only came across a few errors. My recommendation goes to lovers of crime books, specifically ones involving Italian mafia families.

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Unyielding Destiny
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