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The Justice [Paperback]

Angela Elwell Hunt (Author)
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)


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January 15, 2002

If the U.S. didn't expect a woman President in this century, they really didn't expect a woman President with blood on her hands. After the assassination of her running mate, Darryn Austin finds herself Queen of the free world. She appoints Paul, an old college flame, a cabinet member in order to ensure him a seat on the Supreme Court and secure a reliable ally. But after circumstances in his life trigger a radical personal conversion, Paul becomes a threat to the President--a threat she is willing to eliminate. As Paul grapples with guilt and the possibility of God's existence, readers will question truth, faith and the condition of the heart.



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When you've written more than 70 books, either you keep improving or the wear-and-tear of cranking out copy begins to show. Hunt's fans will be delighted that this newest inspirational novel of adulterous love and political intrigue only enhances her reputation. The president is dead, felled by an aortic aneurysm. Vice-president Daryn Austin, formerly only a figurehead, takes over, becoming the first woman president in U.S. history. As the tough-as-nails Southern belle ruthlessly plots her strategy to assure her political future, she determines it will include her former lover and soul mate Paul Santana. Ironically, she appoints him as her ethics officer before placing him on the Supreme Court. They resume their affair, but when a tabloid television show breaks the story of an abortion in Austin's past, Santana realizes the extent of her lust for power. Unwilling to act as her puppet judge, he cuts his strings to Austin, turns to faith and rethinks his position on a Supreme Court case linking abortion and breast cancer. Bitter and lonely, Austin hits the bottle and ponders how to eliminate Santana. Meanwhile, radical racist and woman-hater Clive Wilton plots the demise of the president, whom he sees as the biblical "Great Whore of Babylon." The conclusion is full of surprises, although Santana's wife strains credibility with her forgiveness and concluding invitation to Austin. Hunt's award-winning writing, the book's pro-life themes and an edge of suspense will score points with many CBA readers.

Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

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*Starred Review* Hunt's The Justice is about the first woman vice-president, Daryn Austin, who becomes president when the sitting president dies. President Austin concentrates on domestic affairs and on being reelected. She shows herself to be a steady hand in a crisis, and her popularity rises. Then she brings in an old lover to be White House counsel, Cuban American Paul Santana, known for fighting against the return to Cuba of Elian Gonzalez. Rapidly, the two become lovers again. Paul is torn, however, over his disloyalty to his wife and daughter, and the president overplays her hand when she appoints him to the Supreme Court in an attempt to influence their agenda on women's issues. Hunt makes a good many references to the Clinton presidency, and in her chronology, Austin would be president now, rather than George Bush. This takes the novel down some mistaken paths, particularly given the huge shift in world affairs after September 11. Still, Hunt's evocation of a woman in power ("You have to play nice with girls, but if you're sharp and think ahead, you can beat them") is always suspenseful, seldom predictable, and frequently insightful. John Mort
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Product Details

  • Paperback: 400 pages
  • Publisher: Thomas Nelson (January 15, 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0849916313
  • ISBN-13: 978-0849916311
  • Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,557,551 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Christy-Award winner Angela Hunt writes for readers who have learned to expect the unexpected in novels from this versatile author. With nearly four million copies of her books sold worldwide, she is the best-selling author of more than 100 works ranging from picture books (The Tale of Three Trees) to novels.

Now that her two children have reached their twenties, Angie and her youth-pastor husband live in Florida with Very Big Dogs (a direct result of watching Sandlot too many times). This affinity for mastiffs has not been without its rewards--one of their dogs was featured on Live with Regis and Kelly as the second-largest canine in America. Their dog received this dubious honor after an all-expenses-paid trip to Manhattan for the dog and the Hunts, complete with VIP air travel and a stretch limo in which they toured New York City. Afterward, the dog gave out paw-tographs at the airport.

When she's not home writing, Angie often travels to teach writing workshops at schools and writers' conferences. And to talk about her dogs, of course.

Readers may visit her web site at www.angelahuntbooks.com and write her at Angie@angelaelwellhunt.com.

 

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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!, March 12, 2002
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As a lawyer and government/history buff, I found this book intriguing. As a writer and a Christian, I was delighted by how well written it is. Not all Christian fiction is of this high quality. I especially applaud Ms. Hunt's great job of handling the lead characters' sin realistically/honestly without dragging us through the mud. An entertaining, uplifting, and thought-provoking read.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Fairness, Justice, & Mercy, May 15, 2002
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Characters I loved, hated, and envied. Ambitious Daryn Austin stops at nothing to achieve the highest position of power. Paul Santana's world of contentment is rocked when Daryn calls him to Washington. His choices lead him to a face-to-face discovery of fairness and justice, both of which he is deserving of. His heart leads him to a throne of mercy, which we are none deserving of.
Angela Hunt has produced another winner!
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Contemporary political fiction, February 16, 2002
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Imagine a woman serving as President of the United States. Angela Hunt has researched her topic well--the political scene in Washington--a refreshing change from Christian fiction that usually takes place in the "wild west" days. Readers will enjoy a great story of mystery, scandal, God's grace and forgiveness and also a "behind the scenes" look at political life in Washington.
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AS AN ACT OF WHIMSY, OR PERHAPS PIQUE, ON June 6, 2003, Fate gave Daryn Jane Austin the most impressive birthday gift of her forty-years: the presidency of the United States. Read the first page
Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
presidential scheduling, presidential personnel, first female president, deputy counsel
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White House, Supreme Court, Paul Santana, Daryn Austin, Oval Office, Secret Service, West Wing, United States, Free Choice, Craig Parker, Miss Park, Anson Quinn, Elian Gonzalez, Helen Parker, Jacob Thrasher, President Parker, Maria Santana, Professor Gifford, Rose Garden, Agent Quinn, Lawrence Frey, Senate Judiciary Committee, Capitol Building, Elaine Crispin, Senator Beatty
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