While Justice Sleeps

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From celebrated national leader and bestselling author Stacey Abrams, this gripping thriller is set within the U.S. Supreme Court. Avery Keene, a brilliant young law clerk for Justice Howard Wynn, struggles to maintain her personal life. Everything changes when Justice Wynn, the pivotal swing vote on the Court, falls into a coma. Avery discovers she has been appointed as his legal guardian and holds his power of attorney, thrusting her into an unexpected and explosive role. As she delves into Wynn's secret research on a controversial merger between an American biotech company and an Indian genetics firm, she uncovers his suspicions of a dangerous conspiracy infiltrating Washington's highest corridors. With political tensions rising over the need to replace the ailing judge, Avery begins to piece together the intricate clues Wynn left behind. His complex puzzle could lead her into peril and reveal a stunning truth. This intricately crafted novel is filled with twists and a vibrant cast of characters. Drawing on her insider knowledge of the Court and political landscape, Abrams establishes herself as a significant new talent in suspense fiction while advocating for political integrity and voter fairness.