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Bleachers

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2003

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John Grisham

Bleachers

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Messina, Texas • 2000s

Publication Year

2003

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In Bleachers, former all-American quarterback Neely Crenshaw returns to his hometown of Messina after 15 years to reunite with former teammates as their legendary coach, Eddie Rake, lies dying. As they reminisce on the bleachers, Neely confronts past mistakes, rekindles old relationships, and learns about forgiveness and the complexities of glory and heroism in small-town football culture. The novel includes themes of bullying, physical abuse, and the death of a young athlete.

Nostalgic

Melancholic

Contemplative

Bittersweet

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

3.9

49,521 ratings

54%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

John Grisham's Bleachers presents a nostalgic look at high school football. Readers appreciated the vivid portrayal of small-town America and the exploration of past glories and regrets. Some found the character development lacking and the pace slower than Grisham's typical thrillers. Overall, it captures the bittersweet essence of revisiting youthful memories.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Bleachers?

Readers who enjoy Bleachers by John Grisham are often fans of introspective sports fiction and nostalgic tales of American football. Ideal for those who appreciate works like H.G. Bissinger's Friday Night Lights and Garrison Keillor's Lake Wobegon Days, the book delves into themes of camaraderie, regret, and reconciliation.

3.9

49,521 ratings

54%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Messina, Texas • 2000s

Publication Year

2003

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

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