48 pages 1 hour read

John Grisham

The Firm

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1991

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

In The Firm by John Grisham, ambitious Harvard Law School graduate Mitch McDeere joins a prestigious Memphis law firm, only to uncover its ties to the mafia. As Mitch begins to question the firm's suspicious activities and learns about the mysterious deaths of several colleagues, he is approached by the FBI. He collaborates with them to gather evidence while trying to protect his family and escape the firm's control. The story involves suicide and murder.

Reviews & Readership

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John Grisham's The Firm captivates readers with its gripping legal thriller narrative. Praised for its fast-paced plot and engaging twists, the book skillfully builds suspense. Some criticisms point to underdeveloped characters and predictability. Despite these flaws, it remains an entertaining page-turner, especially for legal drama enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Firm?

A reader who would enjoy The Firm by John Grisham typically appreciates legal thrillers and suspenseful narratives. Fans of The Pelican Brief by Grisham or Scott Turow's Presumed Innocent will find the novel's intricate plot and moral dilemmas compelling. This reader favors fast-paced, tension-filled stories involving law and justice.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Lexile Level

680L

Book Details

Genre

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Topics

Crime / Legal

Themes

Values/Ideas: Loyalty & Betrayal

Life/Time: Mortality & Death

Society: Class