The Call of Angels...

About the Book

The Call of Angels, Durkin's second novel, continues the story about his main character, Robert Hamlin's, single term in office and a second presidential campaign.

This second novel is much more unpredictable in describing the character and events presented in the story. Due to the success of his one term in office, his integrity of keeping his word is put to the test. With the loss of various friends and loved ones in his life, Hamlin's religious faith is challenged.

The story is educational in nature in explaining what are the symptoms of Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT). This information can help save the life of you or a family member. If you suspect you may have DVT, please consult your family physician.

His first book, In My Dreams, is a novel about a young man from the suburbs of Chicago who gets elected President of the U.S. Many readers have described the book as educational, inspirational, and motivational.

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In My Dreams...

About the Book

While in college, two major events occur in Robert Hamlin’s life. First, he wins the Illinois lottery, co-winning a $12 million purse. His great luck financially permits him to create a successful political consulting firm and be elected to the U.S. Congress at the age of 25. Second, the U.S. Constitution is amended to prohibit discrimination in employment by one’s age. He later uses the amendment to run for the U.S. presidency----and gets elected at the age of 29.

In his short political career and young age, he offers policy proposals with a strong sense of candor, not too often seen by elected officials in our democracy today. In doing so, he subsequently wins over the hearts of both men and women by working with people to realistically address the problems facing our country. Throughout the story, he addresses the disbelief young people have toward politics from repeated scandals of corruption, lying, and other "questionable" activities.

Robert Hamlin lives his life in a manner to demonstrate how elected officials can help our nation’s citizens. He believes that, "Public officials have forgotten that they are elected and paid by us." He summarizes the need to move forward by saying, "Let the future begin."

The first in an anticipated series of three stories, In My Dreams helps to inform Americans about the political process. More importantly, it tries to serve as a symbol of hope for a better future in our political system--by giving people an opportunity to "vote for a candidate, rather than against one."

About the Author

James T. Durkin works full-time as a Civil Investigator. He is an adjunct and part-time instructor of American Politics classes employed at the College of DuPage and Moraine Valley Community College, both located in the suburbs of Chicago. Using a lively discussion format he firmly believes “there can’t be fire in the pews if there’s ice at the pulpit.”

He received his Associate of Arts Degree from Prairie State College in Chicago Heights, Illinois. He earned his Bachelor and Master of Science Degrees in Political Science from Illinois State University in Normal., Illinois.

Jim is the author of two fictional novels. His first book, In My Dreams, is a novel about a young man from the suburbs of Chicago who gets elected President of the U.S. Many readers have described the book as educational, inspirational, and motivational. His second novel, The Call of Angels, continues the story about his main character’s single term in office and a second presidential campaign.

The eldest of five children, Jim resides with his wife and son in Woodridge, Illinois. His hobbies include a variety of charitable activities, such as public speaking and volunteering to raise public awareness for Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT).

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