A review by sonofstdavid
Descent Into Hell by Charles Williams

dark hopeful inspiring mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

In this narratively divergent novel, Williams draws out the contrast of man's two opposing orientations: Salem vs Gomorrah. The plot is meandering and veiled with a mist of overlapping realities. Contrasting with the bland suburban setting, the two main characters are swept up by, and exposed to the mind-melting supernatural realities underpinning the world. However while one experiences the time bending  beauty of Salem's self sacrifice, the other unfortunately has become so united to Gomorrah's selfishness that he is far down the road to hell.

But be warned, as good as this book is, it's trippy as Hell!