Oliver Broudy, the author of "The Convert" is an atheist. He is telling the story of Erin Mounsey, another atheist. Erin has an interesting true story, full of tragedy, drama, love, and hatred. It is a remarkable journey that begins when Erin is severely burned in a house construction project. The old Erin dies, so to speak, and the new Erin, scarred from burns to 86% of his body, and finding a new identity, struggles with many issues, not the least of which is his reason for living. The author is coming from the perspective of "we atheists" and poses some pretty amazing philosophy and insights regarding man's search for meaning.
This book is so very intelligently written, a story that moves rapidly and interestingly, interspersed with soul searching and analysis. It is unique in the world of Christian conversion stories, and I would say in the world of literature. The climactic ending involves a dramatic conversion and is sympathetically and accurately portrayed by the atheistic author. Haven't read anything like that anywhere before!
4 stars
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