Waltzing with the Wicked: Embracing the Darkness is a soul-bearing chronicling of the main character's struggles as he wrestles with the consequences of his unethical activities. This father of three was so captivated and seduced by the power the world of subterfuge and deceit granted him, he failed to acknowledge there were other elements in his life that needed attention. Before he has the opportunity to mend any broken fences at home, however, his world is forever knocked from its axis when his beautiful teenage daughter tragically dies. Overwhelmed with guilt and shame, he believes her loss was preventable had he been there for her. His mind is jolted from the brilliant lights of bright futures into the dark abyss of despair. Understanding that while God is a questionable entity, Satan is a tangible force evident in everyday life. Refusing to accept solace, he now embarks on a journey to find vindication and revenge and confront evil on terms only those who reside in the darkest regions of hell can fathom. Composed in captivating narrative and compelling dialogue, the story flows at a brisk tempo. Navigating the plot to a well-conceived and logical conclusion, the author could leave the reader with the sense of time well invested in the reading of this compelling story. It should be noted that this novel, although deemed as a work of fiction, contains some events that are based on actual facts, and the names of the characters are entirely fictitious. Dave Sheskin's highly creative style of writing combined with a keen attention to detail could further enhance the appeal of his work.