A Time To Run, by Barbra Boxer (with Mary-Rose Hayes)
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If you enjoy watching Hardball as much as you love reading novels
full of mystery, romance and suspense, then A Time To Run is for
you! Barbra Boxer combines her knowledge of Washington politics
with an ability to tell a good story, and it will keep you guessing until
the end.
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The action centers around three characters caught in a love
triangle that spans decades. There’s Ellen, the reluctant heroine
whose idealism may do her in, Josh, a perfect politician but
imperfect husband, and Gregg, a fundamentally good guy who was
damaged by an unfortunate childhood and later becomes corrupted
by greed.
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The story begins in present time. Ellen was elected senator after
Josh died on the campaign trail. Gregg comes to her with some
information that she may or may not be able to trust, and her
decision to use it will affect not only her political career, but a
Supreme Court appointment and the lives of countless children.
However, the story soon flashes back to the trio’s college days at
Berkeley, where their innocence was tarnished by jealousy, desire,
and ambition. The story follows them through the years back to
present time, exploring how the decisions made in youth can have
ramifications for years to come.
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A Time To Run is a fun read, with the added bonus of being topical
and well-informed. If you’re not into politics before you start reading,
you probably will be by the time you’re done!
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