This Christian Fiction thriller was a first for me! Rounded up to 4 stars. I genuinely enjoyed! Jim left the corporate lawyer life and went to visit New Orleans, only to face run ins with different “demons” and spirits. He went through his tests of faith in both Catholicism and mankind. I really am glad I read this and look forward to read more in this genre.

Jim, a lawyer from North Carolina is stranded in New Orleans as a hurricane comes passing through. This novel takes you through the storm with Jim as he struggles to survive and find his place in life. As Jim navigates the storm and his faith, I felt as if I was right there with him. The sights, smells and sounds of New Orleans made me feel as if I were there experiencing it. I followed Jim on a spiritual journey and was left wanting to know more about my faith and continue this path further. This fictional novel has characters that you root for, places that you want to visit, and historical and spiritual facts that get you wanting to learn more. John Robert Still came out with a strong first novel and I can’t wait to see what he writes next.

Intercessor by John Still is an interesting thriller that dives deep into the spiritual and religious, with moments that really pull you in. Some parts are fascinating, but others drag or feel kind of all over the place. The predictable cliques make it a bit of a tough slog at times, even if the underlying themes are interesting. It also offers an in depth view into New Orleans and its history. It’s one of those books that’s hit or miss; if you’re into religious or metaphysical themes, you might love it, but it’s not for everyone.

This was my first book by this author and even though this is not my typical genre of him to read I was intrigued when I read the blurb. This book has spiritual elements, mystery and a healthy dose of thriller thrown in. The setty and storyline made this book with supernatural elements have a faced paced plot. I had never been to New Orleans but the author made you feel like you were there experiencing evening through Jim. I believe readers who love the thriller genre would enjoy this book even though it was not my cup of tea.