Review of Madam Vice President

[Eman Afzaal]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Madam Vice President" by Julian Mann.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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The intriguing novel 'Madam Vice President' by Julian Mann transports readers to an alternate reality where Brigadier General Victoria Pierce defies gender norms to become the first female Vice President. As the story progresses, Pierce steps in as acting president during the illness of the current president, negotiating a political landscape complicated by her military experience and her hidden past, which includes a felony charge. Her political struggles provide a compelling backdrop for an investigation of identity, power, and the dynamic field of gender representation at the highest levels of government.

We learn a great deal about her from the well-written and captivating prose that fills the book. Despite acknowledging her flaws, we still wish her well. Will her background resurface as she moves up the political ladder and becomes the decade's biggest story for the media? We follow her suspenseful, thrilling journey, featuring an escapee, a murderous soldier, a powerful political figure, a mistress, and more. What a crazy ride.

This book's depiction of how relationships shape lives and destinies is what I find appealing. Victoria's encounters with a variety of people, such as Tom Pearsall and other political players, reveal alliances made out of necessity. These bonds are vital for negotiating the perilous seas of political and military operations, even though they are frequently strategic and based more on shared goals than on true fondness. The story also illustrates how family connections can be a source of solace and a driving force behind life-changing decisions.

There was nothing that I disliked in this book. It was professionally edited with zero errors. Therefore, I’ll rate it 5 out of 5 stars. This novel targets readers who enjoy suspense and are fascinated by American politics. How the campaign plays a major role in obtaining votes and establishing your identity so that the nation can learn about you. Along the way, you'll be able to enjoy a well-written fictitious novel with some surprising turns while learning about American politics.

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Madam Vice President
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