Absolute power

Author: Zhou Meisen
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Publish Date: 2002-04-01
Features: Absolute Power is a profound and far-reaching political novel by Zhou Meisen, following the success of Made in China and Supreme Power. Mayor Qian Jisheng has created a historical pinnacle of reform and opening up in Jingzhou, but also led to unprecedented corruption. Overnight, two city party standing committee members, his wife, and daughter are brought under investigation by the Provincial Discipline Inspection Commission. The man investigating the case is Qian Jisheng’s "rival"—the Deputy Secretary-General of the Provincial Discipline Inspection Commission, Liu Zhongtian. Seven years ago, Qian Jisheng used absolute power to force Liu Zhongtian, then the mayor, out of Jingzhou. During the relocation, a tragic car accident claimed Liu’s son’s life and left his wife paralyzed. As the curtain rises on this fierce political struggle, a cunning and treacherous political conspiracy lies hidden among the clues. Mayor Zhao Fangfang pushes the political conflict to its boiling point. In this book, Zhou Meisen, with his unique political insight, once again showcases his political talent. His exploration of absolute power and deferred power is deeply thought-provoking. While delivering readers a strong spiritual shock and emotional impact, the novel portrays the "three Kingdoms" tale among political figures with thrilling twists and astonishing revelations. The typical figures of Qian Jisheng, Liu Zhongtian, Zhao Fangfang, and others, who could be called masterpieces of the era’s gallery, are imbued with vivid life and the dew of the times, meeting readers. When the novel was published, a 25-episode television drama titled Absolute Power was under production, backed by a massive investment of 10 million yuan. The film stars superstars such as Tang Guoqiang, Siqin Gao, and Gao Ming, which is sure to generate a strong effect and shake the Chinese literary world.