Street Judge by Judge Greg Mathis
By Priscilla Johnson • Sep 20th, 2008 • Category: Book Review •
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Any Judge Mathis fans in our midst?
After being sworn in as the youngest Judge on the bench in Detroit, Judge Greg Mathis, in Street Judge, sets out to make a change in the city where he grew up. Known as the Murder Capital, Detroit has become a violent place to live. On his first day on the bench, the police ask Judge Mathis to speak with high profile drug dealer, who also happens to be an acquaintance from his past. The information that he gives Judge Mathis could solve the murder of a young woman but there are complications and political cover-ups involved. Judge Mathis sets out in his own unique style to find the truth without jeopardizing his moral code to himself and the oath that he has taken.
Street Judge was a very interesting story to read. Written in first person, the reader gets the impression that he/she is actually having a conversation with Judge Mathis instead of reading a book. Since I was given a review copy of the book, I assumed that this was a book of fiction but it is not. Street Judge is indeed a true story of Judge Mathis’ life and a story of murder, mystery and political crimes and cover-ups. He also introduces readers to his non-profit organization, Young Adults Asserting Themselves and Sheila’s House, which help addicts that are seeking help. The ending of the memoir/autobiography was a bit rushed and put a damper on the conclusion for this reader. All in all, fans of Judge Mathis will like this story
Reviewed by: Priscilla C. Johnson
APOOO BookClub
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Priscilla Johnson is a single mom of a 12 year-old and guardian of two teen-age nephews, lives in Baltimore Maryland. Working full time as an Equal Opportunity Investigator, she enjoys spending her free time traveling to bookstores within the area to meet her favorite authors at book signings or helping to plan book events. Priscilla was given the nickname “BookManiac” by a co-worker who continues to laugh at her weekly delivery of books in the mail. She has been reviewing books for APOOO, A Place Of Our Own, for a little over eight months and she enjoys every minute. Besides reading, Priscilla enjoys walking, crocheting, or simply sitting on her balcony listening to the Creator.
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