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One of John Grisham's best. It's a fast-moving legal thriller with lots of twists and turns. The movie based on the book was good but not nearly as powerful as the book. It's a must read for John Grisham fans.
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I bough this book to add to my John Grisham book collection. John Grisham is a great author, every one of his books are excellant. Once you start reading any of his books, you can't put them down. You get caught up in the story with the characters, as if you are actually there. You can pick up a copy of any John Grisham books and expect to bring home a good book. Once I read a book I usually never return to re-read it. But I will have to admit I have returned to My John Grishom books. I rate all of his work not only this book an Excellant.
Runaway Jury was an extremely good novel, engaging and intriguing from the very first page to the last. Nicholas Easter portrays a juror whose past is shrouded in mystery, with no traceable history whatsoever. Centering on a trial that pits the widow of a man who died of lung cancer versus the tobacco industry, Grisham weaves a tale of suspense and guile, a modern-day David and Goliath with a twist. Easter has a hidden agenda for sitting in the jury box, and his mysterious past (or absence thereof) frustrates and puzzles the tobacco companies' jury analysts. As they dig further, it becomes apparent that Nicholas' presence on the jury is intended to sway the verdict, one way or another. His accomplice, Claire, is his contact on the outside, and together they play the game so very well...convincing Fitch that they will, for a fee, buy him the verdict for the Big Four's case. You could say that the core issue of this novel was ripped from the headlines, wonderfully embellished upon. And, in my opinion, given a wonderful shove in the right direction (hey, who doesn't dream of going up against a big corporation, and be able to walk away victorious, thumbing one's nose at them?). The scenarios and schemes that Nicholas and Claire have invented, and put into effect are at times humorous, risky, and absolutely thrilling. The final twist of the knife at the end is poetic justice, as Nicholas and Claire's motives are finally revealed. I was really pleased with this book, reading at a near-nonstop pace. Runaway Jury is a great read, my personal favorite out of all Grisham's works.Read full review
Spellbinding and as John Grisham never disappoints, keeps you on the edge of your seat. Makes you wonder who committed the crime. Best part of the book, this book was autographed by John Grisham!
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Love John Grisham each book has me on the edge of my seat.
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