Thump
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| Rating | : | 4.96 (737 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B00I13CBFA |
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| Number of Pages | : | 440 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-01-06 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
The dramatic trial cracks the facade of wealth and privilege, exposing the ugly truth – and then some.. Henrietta Kingman, a white partner in her fifties, took him on as her lover and protégé, rewarding him with promotions and bonuses. Faced with losing everything he holds dear, Thump files a lawsuit claiming sexual harassment. But when Thump falls in love with a young nurse and attempts to end the relationship with Kingman, she fights back with unbridled viciousness. Jefferson (“Thump”), a handsome African American man, joined a venerable investment firm in Baltimore five years ago as a junior analyst. T.M
Harassment, courtrooms Lee Johnson I was reading this for the legal aspect of it, and thought this would be a bit boring in most of the plotline part. Totally wasn't expecting it to be this awesome, that's for sure! It was kinda sad for the main character, because throughout the book he just kinda dug the hole people were already making for him a little deeper. He's prideful, acts on his pride and on the moment without thinking about the choice or the consequences thoroughly, and ends up getting stuck in a tough situation after he's fi. "Tribute to "Thump"" according to Docprov. Avraham Azrieli writes another successful novel. The dialogue between the characters is tight and moving. "Thump" captures the essence of a strong man, beautiful women, and an entertaining yet intense story. It starts with a well-built African American pressing heavy weight dumbbells while his beautiful girlfriend is exercising beside him and cheering him on. The story builds up as tensions rise in a mix of business and sexual conflicts. The trial, which is at the heart of the novel, is compelling and. Great literature, this is not but it is a thumping good read a racy, raunchy odyssey tracing the rise, fall and, perhaps, redemption of an attorney in a prestigious law firm. His rise and his fall are both attributable to his mental and ah physical gifts. Office politics, backstabbing and a well-done court room scene keep the pages turning on this one. (Four stars only because I'm a hard grader.)
A book you cannot put down until you figure out the resolution." Pacific Book Review.. Unflinching and unapologetic. Well-paced plot a thoughtful and gripping narrative never a dull moment highly entertaining." The Examiner."Stirring and dramaticunique look at sexual harassment. Engaging. Builds to a climax that rivals other mainstream authors in this genre. Honest. I highly recommend it!" Penn Book Review."Balanced yet thrilling example of racism and sexual harassment in a very realistic work environment. A legal thriller with plot twists that can make your head spinningthis is definitely a book you will enjoy!" Hollywood Book Reviews."A well-written, attention-grabbing courtroom room drama. Realistic. Provocative. Not the classic "young b