While Justice Sleeps

The book’s title, While Justice Sleeps, seems to refer to the “sleeping” Justice Wynn, a Supreme Court Justice who puts himself in a coma. However, it can also be seen as a commentary on the nature of corruption—which is allowed to run rampant if justice is “sleeping,” or not paying attention. How does the book highlight the dangers of a “sleeping” justice system?

Loyalty is a major theme throughout the book, exemplified by Avery’s character. Discuss the different types of loyalty seen in the narrative—e.g., familial, political (patriotism), professional—using examples.

While Justice Sleeps is a legal thriller. Discuss the ways in which the book fulfills (or doesn’t) the traits of this genre, considering elements like plot twists, narrative tension, and pacing.