From the streets of Atlanta to the alleys of Jerusalem, Chosen People is an international legal drama where hidden motives thrive, the risk of death is real, and the search for truth has many faces. During a terrorist attack near the Western Wall in Jerusalem, a courageous mother sacrifices her life to save her four-year-old daughter, leaving behind a grieving husband and a motherless child. Hana … motherless child.
Hana Abboud, a Christian Arab Israeli lawyer trained at Hebrew University, typically uses her language skills to represent international clients for an Atlanta law firm. When her boss is contacted by Jakob Brodsky, a young Jewish lawyer pursuing a lawsuit on behalf of the woman’s family under the US Anti-Terrorism laws, he calls on Hana’s expertise to take point on the case. After careful prayer, she joins forces with Jakob, and they quickly realize the need to bring in a third member for their team, an Arab investigator named Daud Hasan, based in Israel.
As the case evolves, this team of investigators will uncover truths that will forever change their understanding of justice, heritage, and what it means to be chosen for a greater purpose.
- First of the Chosen People novels (Chosen People, Promised Land)
- Christian fiction set in the USA and in Israel
- Full-length novel (over 120,000 words)
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The book tended to be more political than Biblical.
Very interesting to have the mix of Jewish and Arab culture. I was worried about Daud at one point! Glad he was who he said he was.
Such faith did these characters have. This book was a page turner and action packed as it went from the USA to the Holy Land. I couldn’t put it down. A powerful read filled with God’s grace.
Well written as alway for this author. Liked the realistic view of Israel. Fell I. Love with the characters, gad there was a decoy game book in this series.
This is one of the best books I have read in a long while! Could not put it down! Found myself praying along with the main characters.
Willow has an awesome way of telling a story. Even if I hadn’t been to Israel, I could have pictured in my mind what he was putting on paper. An entertaining read.
Quite timely and fulfilling
I highly recommend this book. The author draws people to the Lord with believable characters.
I received a copy of this book from The Fiction Guild, I was not required to give a favorable review. This was a well written story, it tells of a Father & Daughter that lost their wife/mother in a terrorist attack while they were on vacation in Jerusalem. When they got to home they decided to file a lawsuit to help take care of medical expenses that the daughter will have to done to repair both the emotional & physical trauma she indured. This lawsuit brings together so many different religions together from the legal community. You will cry, believe and want to fight beside the lawyers and people trying to get the information they need. This was a beautifully written story and I am glad I was able to read it.
4.5 stars
“If the Lord wakes you in the night, do you know what to say?”
Hana Abboud has always had an instinctive urge to pray, especially in the middle of the night. Now a Christian Arab Israeli attorney involved in an international terrorism lawsuit from her office in Atlanta, Hana finds herself seeking the Lord’s guidance at every turn; an innocent life was lost, a husband grieves the death of his wife, and a precious little girl is motherless; justice needs to be served.
Teaming with Jewish lawyer Jacob Brodsky, who represents the plaintiff, Hana returns to the land of her heart. What seemed like an impossible task becomes easier with the help of a skilled Arab investigator named Daud Hassan, but “all faith is tested” . . . .. and Hana will be called upon to “meditate on the promises of the Almighty” during circumstances that will break her heart.
“Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening.”
It’s obvious that the writer was passionate about this story; what a brilliant legal thriller . . . and how refreshing to see the work of the Holy Spirit showcased through-out the pages of a book as beautifully written as this one.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher. The opinions stated above are entirely my own.
“You are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation….” Hana Abboud, a Christian Arab Israeli who practices law in Georgia is asked to represent a family whose wife and daughter were killed by terrorists in Jerusalem. When her boss is contacted by Jakob Brodsky, a young Jewish lawyer who is pursuing a lawsuit on behalf of the women’s family under the US Anti-terrorism laws, he calls on Hana’s expertise to take the case.
The case involves finding parties involved in terrorism and bringing them monetarily to accountability. They must dig into the past of the terrorist and find connections. The plot deals with the realistic, gritty and horrifying world of terrorism, but shines a light on the importance of faith and hope. I’d recommend this book to suspense and romance lovers.
I fell in love with the characters, little did Hana and Jakob know the impact this case would have on their own lives. Jakob finding his life in danger, find’s Christ and Hanna knowing the gospel finds grace.
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A very good read.
Robert Whitlow never disappoints but I truly believe he out-did himself with this book. Not only has it been a page-turner but it inspired me to increase my prayer life.
I think I’ve read all of Robert Whitlow’s books now, ever since my lawyer cousin recommended him. He is a Christian John Grisham, but appropriate, not heavy-handed with the Christian message. Two lawyers are looking for who was behind the killing of a wife and mother in Jerusalem, with hopes of getting some financial compensation for their loss. Two days after finishing the book, it remains in my heart and mind.
I have yet to read a Robert Whitlow novel that failed to capture my interest, sparked my imagination and taught me something new, Whitlow’s newest release Chosen People met all my expectations and then some.
A legal thriller well worth the read, Chosen People, is well written with exceptionally developed characters. Hana Abboud is a Christian Arab Israeli attorney, who teams up with attorney Jakob Brodsky and private investigator Daud Hassan to seek just in the death of a young American mother who, in protecting her daughter, died in a terrorist attack near the Western wall. Along the way they find strength, courage and love as they strive to determine the cell responsible for the attack.
Learning more about the culture of Israel and her peoples, an amazing mix of history, was one of the highlights of this novel. If the author’s intent was to educate the reader about the day to day climate for all living in Israel and its environs, he very much succeeded with this reader. The history of the peoples of this country is amazingly deep and rich, continues to affect them even in modern times. Truly amazing story. My appreciation to Robert Whitlow for further opening my eyes in recognition of Israel and all her peoples, and that the media skews many ideals about this beautiful corner of the world.
In a small square within walking distance of Jerusalem’s Wailing Wall, a mother and her young daughter are enjoying one another’s company while sharing an ice cream cone. Suddenly, two men attack, and a family is fractured. Another unholy act has tainted this holy city.
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I just loved the ending of the book. This whole read was a page turner that gives a person a lot to think about as they are turning the pages. I think this would be an excellent book for a book club to review.
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This is fast reading book where Hana is a lawyer that speaks several languages and is from Israel. There was a terrorist attack on a mother and her young daughter, the daughter is left without a mother. Sadie the young girl was my favorite part of the book and also the puppy that Hana finds.
To me the book kinda left me wandering if there if there was going to be more in a future book but I don’t believe it is a series. There was one guy in the book that wasn’t sure if he was a bad guy or good guy. This is a type of a thriller book, not really one I normally read but it did keep me interested.
I received an advanced copy of the book from the publisher through Celebrate Lit. I was not required to write an positive review. This is my own opinion.
Chosen People by Robert Whitlow is an intriguing legal thriller. Having read a number of this author’s books I was very interested in reading this one and was not disappointed. Mr. Whitlow knows how to write legal fiction with action, intrigue, and a number of twists to the plot that increase the suspense and keep a reader’s interest high. The premise of the book could be taken right from news headlines as the focus is on a terrorist incident that happened in Israel and how to hold the terrorists accountable, to bring justice and closure to the American family involved. The characters are a diverse mix–a secular American Jewish lawyer, a Christian Arab Israeli lawyer working in the United States, and an Arab Israeli private investigator; young children and old uncles; American Uber drivers and Israeli taxi drivers. The mix of nationalities and religions add depth to the story and the author gives good insight into those differences and the impact those differences make on the every-day lives of Arabs and Israelis living in Israel. Readers are given a glimpse of Israel as the characters travel there to begin their investigation into the incident and Whitlow describes well a number of places in Israel. Having recently traveled to Israel, I found his descriptions to be accurate and able to draw me back into the scenes. I liked how throughout the story Hana’s faith is strong as she turns to God for wisdom and guidance. She recognizes that her heritage and ethnicity is not what defines her but her relationship with God transforms everything about who she is and how she relates to others, regardless of their heritage or ethnicity. A good lesson for each of us to learn. Chosen People is a great read as it weaves together a story of terrorism, the intricacies of international justice, and personal faith.
I received a complimentary copy of this book via CelebrateLit. A favorable review was not required and opinions are my own. This review is part of a CelebrateLit blog tour.
What an introduction to a new author! As one who normally reads historical fiction, I loved the details of history in Hana’s family, all the wonderful details from Israel and the Biblical truths thrown into the mix. Terrorism is real in our world, even if we feel safe in our cities and towns here in America. I can’t imagine visiting an ice cream shop and watching someone be attacked and killed. The intrigue, romance, mystery and spiritual warfare kept me at the edge of my seat. Was it even possible to find out who was behind the attack in Hurva Square and thus seek damages for those left behind? A mugging, car bomb and abduction all create questions about who really is involved and are international players included. I loved the fact that redemption happens wherever you are regardless of who you are.
I received this ARC through CelebrateLit and this review gives my personal impressions and opinions.