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You have enjoyed previous legal thrillers from bestselling author John Grisham, but how does Sycamore Row compare? Find out what experts have to say about this sequel to A Time to Kill before making your reading decision.
Three years after his victory in the Carl Lee Hailey case, Jake Brigance believes his glory days as a trial lawyer are gone. Jake's commitment to his profession is revived when he is called on to defend Seth Hubbard’s seemingly incredible decision to disinherit his family and name his black housekeeper as his beneficiary. Why?
In Sycamore Row , Jake searches for an answer as he returns to the courtroom arena in a legal battle against larger, well-financed law firms. As Jake pursues justice at all costs, the prejudices, racial tensions, and southern social structures of 1950s Mississippi are once again explored under John Grisham's pen.
Is this Grisham novel worth your time? This review provides some answers by discussing its historical significance and the excitement of the characters' tension. With expert ratings, you will learn exactly how Sycamore Row scores based on style, reading experience, meaning, and overall story. Gain insight into the author and what inspired him to extend the story behind A Time to Kill . The review covers positive aspects of the book along with its drawbacks. Examine the unique details that engage and surprise the reader to learn the true value of this read. With hand-picked resources to further information, you will gain everything you need to know to determine whether Sycamore Row is right for you.
You have enjoyed previous legal thrillers from bestselling author John Grisham, but how does Sycamore Row compare? Find out what experts have to say about this sequel to A Time to Kill before making your reading decision.
Three years after his victory in the Carl Lee Hailey case, Jake Brigance believes his glory days as a trial lawyer are gone. Jake's commitment to his profession is revived when he is called on to defend Seth Hubbard’s seemingly incredible decision to disinherit his family and name his black housekeeper as his beneficiary. Why?
In Sycamore Row , Jake searches for an answer as he returns to the courtroom arena in a legal battle against larger, well-financed law firms. As Jake pursues justice at all costs, the prejudices, racial tensions, and southern social structures of 1950s Mississippi are once again explored under John Grisham's pen.
Is this Grisham novel worth your time? This review provides some answers by discussing its historical significance and the excitement of the characters' tension. With expert ratings, you will learn exactly how Sycamore Row scores based on style, reading experience, meaning, and overall story. Gain insight into the author and what inspired him to extend the story behind A Time to Kill . The review covers positive aspects of the book along with its drawbacks. Examine the unique details that engage and surprise the reader to learn the true value of this read. With hand-picked resources to further information, you will gain everything you need to know to determine whether Sycamore Row is right for you.
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First published December 9, 2013
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Displaying 1 - 8 of 8 reviews
June 9, 2022
I've read most of Grishams books. Some better than others. The best was A Time to Kill. Sycamore Row was very entertaining and fast moving. Didn't see the end coming and couldn't predict it anywhere along the way. It kept me enthralled and hard to put down. I loved it.
January 1, 2015
Ok I'm a great fan of Grisham but was somewhat disappointed, in fact greatly disappointed with this latest submission! First couple of chapters seemed ok but then it felt like a rewrite of Time to Kill. The awful thing that 'no kid should see' was something of a let down, nothing new really and left till the penultimate page to make sure you finished the book! Mr Grisham needs to turn back the pages and come up with something more original! Sorry
August 23, 2016
This book reminded me why I like John Grisham. What great storytelling! It elicited emotion from me on several levels. The book was easy to follow, and a captivating read. The characters were-developed and believable. Nice job of bringing resolution to all the storylines. I could see this as a movie with Matthew McConaughey as the lead.
April 20, 2014
This brought back the thrill of A Time to Kill. Excellent read, the ending was great, I had no clue. His other novels were
good reads, but this and A Time to Kill are great. Hope he writes more based in good old Miss. Love these characters
and the setting.
good reads, but this and A Time to Kill are great. Hope he writes more based in good old Miss. Love these characters
and the setting.
December 14, 2013
Good read although I liked A Time to Kill better.
December 23, 2013
First of all, I love Grisham's novels. This one was excellent. You are hooked from the exposition; you know there will be complications; the complications wow you, and the ending is a doozy!
February 28, 2014
good to see Jake again
May 7, 2015
Boring. I expected more because it was John Grisham. Too long, too many lawyers. In fact, there are to many characters. Boring. In my opinion.
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