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Aaron Sorkin

A Few Good Men

Aaron SorkinFiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1989

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Aaron Sorkin

A Few Good Men

Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1989
Book Details
Pages

114

Format

Play • Fiction

Setting

Guantanamo Bay • 1980s

Publication Year

1989

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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A Few Good Men by Aaron Sorkin follows Navy lawyer Daniel Kaffee, who is assigned to defend two Marines, Downey and Dawson, accused of murdering a fellow Marine, Santiago, at Guantanamo Bay. Suspecting a "Code Red," an illegal hazing practice, Kaffee with the help of Galloway and Weinburg, investigates the case, uncovering a series of events and hierarchal pressures that challenge military honor and justice.

Suspenseful

Challenging

Emotional

Informative

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.4

1,333 ratings

81%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Aaron Sorkin's A Few Good Men is praised for its sharp dialogue and compelling courtroom drama, capturing the tension and ethical complexities of military justice. Critics laud its strong character development and moral dilemmas, though some note occasional predictability in the plot. Overall, it's recognized for its impactful storytelling and thoughtful exploration of duty and honor.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Few Good Men?

A reader who enjoys A Few Good Men by Aaron Sorkin would likely appreciate courtroom dramas, military themes, and intense character conflicts. Fans of John Grisham's The Firm or Michael Connelly's The Lincoln Lawyer may find this screenplay compelling for its legal intricacies and moral questions.

4.4

1,333 ratings

81%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

114

Format

Play • Fiction

Setting

Guantanamo Bay • 1980s

Publication Year

1989

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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