Title: The Sons of
Jude
Author: Brandt Dodson
Pages: 319
Year: 2012
Publisher: Monarch
The
Sons of Jude is a fast-paced work of fiction that keeps the readers turning
pages to the very end. Brandt Dodson
comes from a long line of police officers, which brings depth and realism to
the first of what I am sure will become a sensational series. There are many layers in the novel that
include politics, police department, police officers in certain districts, and
journalism. Yet, even with these known
elements woven in the fabric of fiction, there are even more characters and
action all with an element of faith.
What keeps someone anchored when all “hell” seems to come full force and
from all sides into their lives? One
character knows; his name is Andy Polanski and he has faith that Christ alone
has everything under control.
Investigators
know that Paulie Vincent was the head of a major crime family who had Delgado act
as an enforcer. Delgado, being a smart
man, believed in being more than mere muscle. He wanted to ascend to the head of the crime
family when Paulie passed away. In order
to become the head, Delgado knows he has to have brains more than brawn to keep
certain parties under his rulership.
The
28th district is the receiver of Andy Polanski when Andy blew the
whistle on two cops who were dirty, and that doesn’t sit
well with any detective. However, the 31st
has to send him to hopefully squelch the riots that are swelling out of control
damaging property and people alike.
Frank Campello, who recently lost his partner, inherits Andy. He looks for any way to work his cases without
inviting or revealing anything to his new partner. The only thing Frank Campello is able to
communicate is his ultimate dislike for this detective, so he does everything
he can to distance himself from Andy until one incident changes Franks view.
The
Alderman is controlled by the powerful crime lord and everyone knows, but can’t
prove it. When different accomplices to
crimes committed by Peter, the Alderman’s son, are caught, arrangements are made
to make sure charges are dropped. Since
many in the 28th precinct are under suspicion for being part of the
crime family, many feel they can no longer trust the CPD.
I
grew up in the south suburbs of Chicago so this story was such a delight,
especially when scenes were described; I knew right where it was located. It was fun reading about politics, police
departments, characters, and the war to make life safe for all. Andy and his wife share a faith that sees
them through rough times, and it is the glue that does hold marriages together.
Learning to believe the truth, be a true
friend, trust the Lord and do what is right is choice we all have to make. I liked how Brandt showed just how hard it
can get, but also what a treasure real friends are.
My
rating is 5 stars, and I can’t wait for the next book!
Note: I received a
complimentary copy for an honest review of this book. The opinions shared in this review are solely
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