“The Night Cometh by Lorilyn Roberts is a collection of original Christian short stories collated into a single volume. Each story begins with a relevant piece of scripture from the New King James Version and either a photograph or graphic media art to preface what is to come. The stories themselves are deeply devotional, with various themes of individuals finding themselves within Christian divinity.

“They range from ‘Seducing Spirits,’ wherein a man who is outwardly successful but inwardly empty seeks out a fortune teller, tempted by one fate foretold and another he cannot yet see, to ‘Enemy of the Soul,’ where a woman literally ensconced in darkness and terrified of ‘it’ is nudged into the light by an unexpected epiphany.

“Lorilyn Roberts delivers an exceptionally written compilation of stand-alone stories in The Night Cometh. The prose is engaging and despite the compact size of each story, they pack a massive punch. There is no question that this is Christian fiction, as Roberts skips nuance and undertone for a crystal-clear overtone that is both unapologetic and refreshing.

“My favorite is ‘Door Number 1,’ where a woman is confronted by a series of choices representing free will and the paths open to her. As the sidewalks move further ahead, the overwhelming crush of debt and consumerism is revealed and the final choice is presented to the woman, with the reader questioning what is the true cost of owning and being owned. Overall, a thought-provoking and engrossing collection. This is a very highly recommended read.”
REVIEWED BY JAMIE MICHELE FOR READERS’ FAVORITE

“The subtitle of The Night Cometh by Lorilyn Roberts, 20 Fantastical Short Stories, is an understatement and is almost misleading; fantastical means strange or wonderful, but in this instance, it could be more aptly named horror. Agnostics beware, and Christians, question every action in your life to date. The stories all begin with a Bible quote, a monochrome illustration and/or photograph, and each one covers a different character, all of them so alive they step off the page. Some of the more noteworthy include the hard-working, successful, Braylon in “Seducing Spirits,” Hailey Becker in ‘Have Pink Suitcase, Will Travel,’ and the frightened elderly lady in ‘Enemy of the Soul,’ and ‘No Fear,’ told by Deborah, is set in the future. Lorilyn Roberts’ The Night Cometh is a book to read more than once.

“‘The Empty Paper Tray,’ the first story in The Night Cometh, shocked me to the core. In an extremely clever allegory of Judgment Day – the point after death where one stands before God – Lorilyn Roberts held me enthralled until the true meaning was revealed. My favorite tale is ‘The Last Dance,’ and I couldn’t resist seeing how Earl Ludwick’s Christmas romance panned out. The selection is enormous. ‘The Dragon,’ complete with a complicated sketch, is the devil in disguise. He plans to let humans destroy themselves, gleefully recounting likely scenarios, but giving God credit for one thing only: designing him as a creature of great beauty. The Night Cometh by Lorilyn Roberts is entertaining, but it is a book that demands more of its readers than momentary pleasure.”
REVIEWED BY SARAH STUART FOR READERS’ FAVORITE

“Roberts tells stories masterfully, and her most recent foray into what some might call fantastical fiction doesn’t disappoint. J.R.R. Tolkien once wrote: ‘A pen to me is as a beak to a hen.’ Roberts picks away at our sense of the extraordinary with fictional tales rife with truth transcending time. Fascinating plots, memorable characters, and a flair for great dialogue. Do yourself a favor. Set aside some time one evening, grab hold of your favorite nightime vice (coffee, tea, or a glass of wine), curl up comfortably in your favorite reading spot and indulge. You will not be disappointed.”MICHAEL, AMAZON READER

“I received this book as a Christmas present and thought I would read a chapter or two and get back to it later. The first story prompted the second and so on being totally captivated by each story. Everyone has their own story in life, their own fears, and their own dreams for their future. I could see some of myself in each story. The author’s knowledge of the scriptures has been woven into each story making for a thought provoking and entertaining read.”
CDR, AMAZON READER

“Love it that the stories can be read in one seating especially since I like to read before going to sleep. The Pink Suitcase (one of the 20 short stories) won 2nd place in a competition! Truly thought provoking themes,. Great for Christians and also as a gift for those seeking for truth in their search for faith. I highly recommend this book!”
US AMAZON READER