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ISBN: 9789719826750
Delivery: Metro Manila 3 to 5 days, Others 5 to 10 days Pandemic Delay in Delivery
Availability: In Stock
Author: Amado D. Valdez
Publisher: C & E Publishing, Inc.
Edition: 1
Copyright: 2026
₱695.00
In the novel, the law is not just a profession - it is a battlefield. Lawyers fight against corruption, abuse of power in the very institutions meant to uphold justice. The novel''s explosive opening - an explosion targeting the Chief Justice - establishes the high stakes involved and sets the tone for a story where justice and injustice are locked in relentless struggle. What happens when the defenders of the law become its victims? How does one uphold ethical duty in a system that sometimes reward the opposite? These are the questions that drive the narrative forward into a compelling exploration of justice versus injustice, a theme that resonates deeply throughout the story. Then, the answer is found in the deeply human story that reflects the bounds of family, the weight of fatherhood, and the unbreakable ties of brotherhood and sisterhood among those who share the calling of the law. Those real-life tensions between ambition and integrity, vengeance and forgiveness form a tender undercurrent - the emotional backbone reminding us that justice is not won in isolation but through collective courage. Through his gripping narrative, the author weaved together the personal struggles of lawyers, judges, and even those who transcend into spiritual leadership, crafting a story that is as much an indictment of systemic flaws as it is a testament to the enduring power of justice, forgiveness and redemption. The lines between fiction and reality blur not because the events are fantastical but because they are all possible - the narrative is a rich tapestry woven from personal experiences, keen observations, and the collective wisdom gleaned from a lifetime dedicated in the pursuit of justice. That is what makes the story so urgent, so necessary and so unforgettable. This is a novel that dares the readers to question, reflect, and ultimately to act. It is a call to lawyers, to students, and to anyone who believes in justice not as an abstract ideal but as a living breathing mission. As the author himself suggests, those who remain steadfast in their duty may themselves be "in heaven before the devil knows."