Lest Ye Be Judged by David Trimble - Other - SFBookcase.com - Reference of Science Fiction and Fantasy Novels/Authors.

Series: Misc
Genre: Other
ISBN: 0595429890
Pages: 352 pages
Publisher: iUniverse
Price: 20.95
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Lest Ye Be Judged by David Trimble

Description: Set against the backdrop of the theological and political turmoil plaguing the Episcopal Church, Lest Ye Be Judged is a compelling page-turner that escalates the tension all the way through the final paragraph. Dunstan Mitchell, liberal Episcopal Bishop of the Diocese of Central Kentucky, has been aggressively pressing a new, liberal theology for the Church, including ordination of gay clergy and blessing of same-sex marriages. His actions have offended conservative elements of his Diocese. Mitchell also has some distasteful personal habits, and it soon is apparent that he is a liability to his allies in the Church. The Bishop’s desecrated body is found in the swimming pool of his archenemy, crusty Judge James Chancellor. An extensive investigation leads to many suspects, none of whom are upset that Bishop Mitchell is dead, including his ex-wife, rival priests and disgruntled parishioners. Ambitious prosecutor Ron Gaither nevertheless indicts Judge Chancellor, seeking a conviction that will ensure his political future. The trial becomes a battle of wills between these formidable men and leads to a surprising and disturbing conclusion …