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| The Divine Appointment | 
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Sales Rank: 37893
Category: Book
Author: Jerome Teel
Publisher: Howard Books
Studio: Howard Books
Manufacturer: Howard Books
Label: Howard Books
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published)
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 352
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.9
Dimensions (in): 8.1 x 5.4 x 1
ISBN: 1416543384
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.6
EAN: 9781416543381
ASIN: 1416543384
Publication Date: June 5, 2007
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"They aren't hiding just one something, but a bunch of somethings..."Jessica Caldwell hates the day she met him, and she hates him even more. But now the two of them will be connected forever... Eli Faulkner is one of the best trial lawyers in Tennessee. It's what he lives for -- righting injustices. When he's called upon to defend Tag Grissom, an arrogant cardiologist accused of murder, he fi nds himself wondering, could this be more than just a case? Holland Fletcher has always wanted to be a true investigative journalist, but he's never really stepped up to the plate. That is, until he receives an anonymous tip and is plunged into a dangerous realm of intrigue and murder that involves not only the Supreme Court, but the entire nation.
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Great reading December 20, 2008
I loved the suspense. His books compare with John Grisham suspense and unexpected endings. I will read more of Jerome Teel's books.
 Engrossing and Inspiring August 18, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
A young woman is talking to her married lover about the impending birth of their unplanned child. Neither one of them is happy, to say the least. The ripples from the single instance of indiscretion that led to her situation threaten to deluge the entire country with problems that could erode the very foundation of our Constitution. When the young woman, attorney Jessica Caldwell, is found murdered, it appears that her killer is Dr. Todd Grissom, and he is quickly arrested. However, his wife Anne cannot accept the notion that her husband is a murderer and hires Elijah Faulkner to defend him against the charges he faces.
As the investigation to prove Grissom's innocence proceeds, details of the deals and deceits that are going on behind the scenes prior to the selection of a new Justice for the Supreme Court begin to be revealed. Opposing President Wallace's nominee is Senator Lance Proctor. As Senate majority leader, he wants to retain his powerful position at any cost. Proctor enjoys his position of leadership, in which he is a master of maneuvers, negotiations and outright blackmail. Yet, just has he has "the goods" on many of his colleagues, there are those unelected power brokers who have the goods on him.
Written in the same pithy style as Robert B. Parker's successful Spencer series, with short chapters and economical phrasing, Jerome Teel has created a novel as timely as Fox News with themes that raise moral and ethical questions as old as time. And all but the most severely addicted mystery fans will be kept guessing until the author reveals the outcomes.
Teel's well-defined characters include Simon, the mysterious mercenary who keeps his shadow troops at the ready to help the cause of freedom when reason and justice are rendered ineffectual by the deceit and manipulation of those entrusted with great power, and Holland Fletcher, an investigative reporter for the Washington Post who has yet to uncover a story big enough to propel him into the elite circle of journalists and media imagemakers. There are also those like Anne Grissom, who are willing to put everything on the line for their beliefs. THE DIVINE APPOINTMENT is a story with many heroes, each with his or her own particular role to play in the sundry mysteries of this multifaceted thriller.
It's always a pleasure to discover a new author who jumps right into the ranks of favorites like Craig Parshall and James Scott Bell --- men of faith who are not afraid to share their faith in a unique and effective manner, creating stories that are both engrossing and inspiring.
--- Reviewed by Maggie Harding
A Thriller Addressing Faith-Based Issues July 26, 2007
When a liberal Supreme Court justice dies, the sitting president sees an opportunity to leave his mark on future generations. His nominee is conservative. The senate is not. Of course, there will be a fight.
In Tennesse, a couple of lawyers stumble upon a case with ties to the goings-on in Washington.
When these two separate situations converge, fur flies.
In Jerome Teel's second novel, you'll find all the makings of a great thriller. You'll also find growth as a writer from his first effort, The Election, to this one. Fans of such household names as Tom Clancy and John Grisham are strongly encouraged to pick up a copy of this work and Jerome's debut novel, The Election. I can assure you there will be no disappointment.
I look forward to the next in what I hope with become a large bibliography of works by this rising author.
This is an author you'll want to read more of July 18, 2007
President Richard Wallace believes that God has placed him in the United States Presidency for a reason. When a Supreme Court Justice passes away, President Wallace realizes that reason just might be to appoint a new Justice who is a God-fearing man like himself. Trail Lawyer Eli Faulkner has just agreed to represent a man accused of murdering a former Supreme Court law clerk. As the case develops, Eli fears he may be in over his head. Washington Post reporter Holland Fletcher begins receiving anonymous tips about conspiracy that not only has implications for Eli Faulkner's case, but also the future of the Supreme Court.
In this sophomore effort, Jerome Teel masterfully pulls these storylines together to form a riveting political thriller. Teel tackles themes of abortion and constitutional interpretation effectively against a backdrop of faith. The story's strengths are found in its interesting characters and within Teel's impressive grasp of politics and government. Several twists and turns effectively carry the story, including a startling revelation that readers won't see coming.
Teel doesn't hold back from incorporating Christian themes in his writing. In fact, these themes provide a solid foundation for his novels. Rather than force Christianity upon readers, Teel encourages us to think seriously about our faith as we witness his characters contemplate their own.
With two great novels under his belt, Jerome Teel is quickly becoming an author to look out for.
Armchair Interviews says: This one is highly recommended for fans of legal and political thrillers.
Divine Appointment ~Reviewed July 17, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
It was an interesting story but kind of confusing, as Teel went into detail about the inner workings of the Presidency: his assistant and the security team that handles different things for the President. Teel also went through the whole election process of a Judge and the detailed workings of that process.
I found myself checking back to see who was the assistant to the President and who was the Assistant to the Majority speaker. It has many characters and a couple of court room dramas, playing out at the same time along with a couple people getting killed in their investigations. It has a good ending and in parts it was suspenseful.
But you don't leave the book thinking, "Wow - that was good." He has some really good points to make in the book about politics and religion; one being a lawyer who is faced with getting real with Jesus in all areas of his life.
Reviewed by Nora St. Laurent
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