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Author name: Andrew M. Greeley

 : The Senator and the Priest (Washington D.C.)
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Type of bind: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.54
Format: Bargain Price
Label: Forge Books
Manufacturer: Forge Books
Quantity: 1
Page Count: 336
Printing Date: November 14, 2006
Publishing house: Forge Books
Release Date: November 14, 2006
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One of America’s most beloved storytellers, Father Andrew Greeley returns with an explosive novel about the corrosive political culture tearing apart America--and one man’s family.
Tommy Moran, an Irish Catholic kid from the West Side of Chicago, fights for the underprivileged on the floor of the United States Senate. Swearing off negative attack ads, Moran is determined to restore civility and compassion to American politics. But his opponents don’t share his scruples. Almost from the beginning, Tommy and his family find themselves besieged by vicious personal attacks, false rumors . . . and attempts at assassination!
As a freshman senator, Tommy must also cope with the temptations--both political and carnal--regularly thrown his way. The job takes its toll on him, but at least he has the support and love of his devoted wife, a daughter of Chicago’s raucous O’Malley family.
But the opposition that hits home the hardest comes from an unlikely source: his own brother.
Father Tony Moran, a conservative Catholic priest, has never approved of Tommy’s senatorial career, much to Tommy’s dismay. So when Father Tony sides with Tommy’s political enemies, it may be more than one man can bear.
Can anything heal the rift between…the Senator and the Priest?




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Rated by buyers 4 out of 5 stars - The Senator and the Priest
Another superb offering from the prolific Andrew M. Greeley. His characters come alive, and their struggles and triumphs touch the heart and soul. He sensitively and objectively presents both conservative and liberal viewpoints with the dilemmas faced by his character Thomas Moran. He, as always, presents a respectful balanced view of Catholicism in the modern world, that is easy for non- Catholics to understand.



Rated by buyers 5 out of 5 stars - greeley"s fan
Greeley has to be a very good writer to risk publishing such a novel. Angels ! Do you figure ?
I loved it. I read it once each year since publication.



Rated by buyers 4 out of 5 stars - Greeley goes Political
I have been an avid reader of Andrew Greeley's novels for many years. Since I like Blackie mysteries, the Irish series, and numerous others, I expected a great Greeley tale. Andrew Greeley's novels tend to share most of the following characteristics: Dialectic dialogue to enhance characterization, romantic love, statements about God's unconditional love, clear descriptions of locales, humorous statements that poke fun at such targets as the Irish and the Chicago police. This one does not disappoint, it shows: a love of the Chicago area; a healthy respect for God and "Her" love; some poking brotherly fun at the Roman Catholic church, the Irish, and politicians; and romantic family life, with strong female characters. The Senator and the Priest adds an astute examination of local and national politics.

The Senator is an idealistic moral man who insists on campaigning on the issues. He refuses to use a negative smear campaign against his opponent, pander for money, or make hasty promises. These are rare practices in today's politics. It is refreshing to view Senator Moran's campaign and grasp of numerous current issues.

Much of this story is exaggerated. The obstacles the Senator faces are more than most public figures ever face. Some of the enemies are rather stereotyped and one dimensional. The plot is mostly predictable. The Senator and the Priest is enjoyable anyway.

The very first joy in this novel is in the Moran family and their close friends. The women are especially interesting and delightful. The second joy for me is in the politics. The tactics are clearly explained and believable, especially for people who closely observe American politics.

This is an entertaining book. I recommend it for a pleasant, quiet evening.









Rated by buyers 4 out of 5 stars - An enjoyable read
I enjoy reading the Greeley novels. They are well written, quick paced, and always make me see people I kmow.



Rated by buyers 2 out of 5 stars - Disappointing and too Unrealistic
I've been a fan of Father Andrew M. Greeley since I picked up a worn and well-read copy of The Cardinal Sins more than 20 years ago. I always enjoyed how Father Greeley was able to mix religion and good storytelling to make interestng novels that weren't overly preachy. There was a time when I eagerly awaited the subsequent Greeley novel, mostly the novels written between 1985 and 1990 (Love Song, Angel Fire, Angels of September, Virgin and Martyr, and several of the Blackie Ryan novels), and I even enjoyed the Nuala Anne McGrail books, as well, but with each successive novel Father Greeley's plots just became too unrealistic -- even for fiction. This novel, is a prime example of that. Oh, sure, there's an important message in there about politics in today's America and the intrusion of religion into that mess, but the novel itself is just to unreal. The events that happen to the liberal candidate in this novel are like something out of bad episode of 24. I had hoped for better.

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