The Instrument of Evil is a memoir about the struggles of a young boy trying to survive different obstacles including racism, sexual exploitation, abuse, and financial hardship. He follows a dark path most of his childhood and into adult life, trying to cope with the harm that was done to him. Blood only runs so deep for the unwanted child. Content Warning - contains graphic sexual depictions, reader discretion is advised. About the Author Arnaldo M. Montero Sardana hopes that this book informs people of the horrors that can happen to children. He wants people to read this book and learn about the pain and suffering that he had to go through in hopes that it causes people to advocate for stronger laws that protect against child abuse and sexual abuse. Montero Sardana introduces his main character in his memoir as a way to convey the atrocities he has been through in hopes to help give strength to those who may feel like life is never going to change.