The Other Side of Good

Released January, 2022

New Edition Released June 2025

Theo Jackson, a reputed criminal, uncovers an international human trafficking syndicate in Cincinnati, forcing he and others to navigate the uncomfortable gray areas of life.

·SILVER MEDAL: Readers’ Favorite Book Awards – 2022 – Fiction – Crime

·WINNER: Outstanding Creator Awards – 2022 – Fiction – Crime + Thriller/Action/Suspense

·WINNER: Firebird Book Awards – 2021 – Fiction – Crime

·WINNER: Literary Titan Book Awards – Gold Medal

·WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award – Best Crime Fiction

A High-Stakes Crime Thriller

When reputed criminal, Theo Jackson, proposes a significant donation to the city for a new youth center, the mayor sends police officer, Denton Jones to negotiate the terms. Theo and Denton were once friends from the same Cincinnati tenement before taking different career paths. Denton’s efforts on behalf of the city inexplicably make him a target for a corrupt city official, but a dishonest bureaucrat is the least of the city’s problems.

Theo uncovers evidence that an international criminal organization has set up shop in the city to facilitate human trafficking. Repulsed by such a crime, Theo enlists an unlikely coalition of clergy, local and federal law enforcement, and criminals to try to stop it.

Readers travel to the uncomfortable gray areas of life where the wrong thing sometimes seems a better choice than the right thing; where a little bad turns into almost good; and where dark white and light black become the same color. 

★★★★★ Reviews ★★★★★

“… an exciting crime thriller with a mature understanding of politics, morality, and civics that will challenge readers to look beyond the tropes and stereotypes that other works tend to rely on. This is a book that will truly engage and challenge its readers.”
★★★★★ K.C. Finn for Readers’ Favorite

“The Other Side Of Good is a wild rollercoaster of a ride that keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Author E.A. Coe seamlessly maneuvers an intricate plot with numerous twists and turns to hook you in and keep your eyes glued to the pages. The narrative is well-paced, with multiple POVs to grant you access to the various factions involved in the story.”
★★★★★ Pikasho Deka for Readers’ Favorite

“Coe wrote a book with depth, insight, and purpose. I loved this story because it was realistic and relatable. The writing style, flawless editing, and excellent character development also added to the appeal of this fast-paced novel. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Great job!”
★★★★★ Jennifer Ibiam for Readers’ Favorite

“The numerous characters are all well-defined including law enforcement officials, criminals, and their associates. I mostly enjoyed the twists, turns, and surprises that Coe includes in this web of criminal activities and law enforcement. The Other Side of Good is highly recommended to all adults and is deserving of a place on any bookshelf.”
★★★★★ Natalie Soine for Readers’ Favorite

“With an engrossing introduction, E. A. Coe got me aboard his craft of magnificent imagination and whisked me away from reality. Enthusiasts of action stories with a touch of crime and investigation will love The Other side of Good. I loved everything about the book and I'm looking forward to reading more from E. A. Coe.”
★★★★★ Keith Mbuya for Readers’ Favorite

“… a gripping and intensive police crime mystery novel. The action and suspense will keep readers on edge till the last page.”
★★★★★ Literary Titan

“…out of the chute with a jolt and a spectacular ride around the arena of noir fiction”
★★★★★ Mark Muse, author of Entropy

“Intriguing, realistic, and ultimately beautiful, this is a book that will stick with you for the long haul.”
★★★★★ Katherine Turner, author of Resilient

“Moral social codes, the intricacies of friendship, the horror of man's inhumanity to man……….wrap it up!!”
★★★★★ Mary Gearing

“Bravo to E.A. Coe for managing such a fast-paced, complicated plot with lots of characters and still making me care about every one of them! “
★★★★★ Elizabeth Cottrell, author of Heartspoken

“… an amazing book for its meticulous detail.”
★★★★★ Paula Brownlee