3 Months by Ben Hinson

There is nothing certain in life but death, taxes, and now AIDS!

The truth of this statement is explored in Ben Hinson's debut novel Three Months. It begins as do most books with a story of another reckless character whose ideal of success is a great job, house, and an even greater time between the sheets with various women. But John, the main character in Three Months soon learns his ideals need an extensive makeover.

When an evening with a beautiful woman turns into an ugly living nightmare, John comes face to face with the reality of HIV/AIDS and how he put himself at risk each time he decided to be "successful", which were many! His world comes to a three month standstill when his late night rendezvous confirms the unthinkable, she is HIV positive.

Now John, who tried to control the situation by using protection but didn't count on it being defective, is riddled with the question we all should ask ourselves, "Do I have HIV/AIDS?" The answer to his question is delayed three months. Giving him enough time to wish, hope, pray, and sometimes accept the responsibility that whatever the outcome his actions put him there.

Ben Hinson may have started writing this book with the intentions to learn more about this virus that claimed the life of his friend, but in the end he helped shed light on an issue we have all to comfortably forgotten about. Three Months does something our society has failed to do... It makes us all accountable for our actions. I highly recommend this book along with a visit to your doctor for a blood test!