Once again Jeffrey Toobin strikes gold in THE OATH. After reading THE NINE I could not resist reading THE OATH. In essence, THE OATH is the successor to the first book - a continuation of his history of the Supreme Court. Toobin goes about his explanation of the major constitutional issues of the day in a clear and insightful manner. He breaks down the issues so that the reader can clearly understand them. Having just read Toobins chapters on the abortion rights cases, I was better able to understand a recent ruling of the court. These two books have really peaked my interest in the Supreme Court.

For all those interested in Supreme Court history and the lives of the individual justice, this is a must read. Toobin also brings to life the manner in which judges are appointed and how one decision, one minor factor can be the deciding factor as to whether or not a person gets a seat on the high court.

I an only look forward to Toobin's next book. And if I had to guess, I would guess that it will be on Justice Scalia.