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Fourth and Justice
Paperback
Publisher: Jim Maxwell
Published: Feb 13 2026
Pages: 204
Weight: 0.53
Height: 0.47 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Fourth and Justice, a tense legal thriller that plunges readers into a dramatic story where sports fame, political ambition, and the pursuit of justice collide. Set against the backdrop of collegiate athletics and high stakes political maneuvering, the novel explores the consequences of corruption and the fragile balance between truth and power. The story centers on Herschel Harrison, a celebrated college quarterback and the son of a sitting United States senator. After leading his team to a championship victory, Harrison's life takes a sudden and devastating turn when he is accused of sexual assault by a co ed he met during the celebration that followed the game. What initially appears to be a straightforward criminal accusation soon begins to unravel into something far more complex. As the case develops, evidence suggests that the allegation may be part of a calculated political conspiracy designed to advance the ambitions of others. At the center of the plot is District Attorney Josh Taylor, a rising political figure whose campaign for the state senate drives him to cross dangerous ethical boundaries. Working alongside political operative Robert Plaisance, Taylor orchestrates a scheme that manipulates public perception and the justice system in pursuit of personal power. Through courtroom drama, investigative twists, and emotionally charged moments, Fourth and Justice explores the devastating personal toll that a false accusation can place on an individual and the ripple effects it can have on family, reputation, and public trust. Maxwell's narrative examines how ambition and corruption can distort institutions that are meant to protect truth and fairness
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