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Ford County

John Grisham
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Ford County

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2009

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John Grisham

Ford County

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Details
Pages

308

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Mississippi • 1980s

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Ford County by John Grisham is a collection of seven short stories exploring the lives of diverse individuals in rural Mississippi. The stories, such as "Blood Drive" and "Fish Files," capture various personal and legal challenges faced by the residents, highlighting their resilience and complexity in a Southern small-town setting.

Gritty

Contemplative

Emotional

Bittersweet

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.0

37,757 ratings

67%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Ford County by John Grisham offers a compelling collection of short stories that capture the Southern atmosphere with vivid characters and engaging plots. Positively, readers appreciate Grisham's storytelling prowess and diverse narratives. However, some critiques highlight uneven story quality and predictability in certain plots. Overall, it provides enjoyable, though varied, reading.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Ford County?

John Grisham's Ford County appeals to readers who enjoy legal thrillers and Southern tales. Fans of character-driven stories like The Whistler or The Client would appreciate the collection's rich storytelling and intriguing plots. It's ideal for those who enjoy exploring complex moral and ethical dilemmas in a Southern setting.

4.0

37,757 ratings

67%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

308

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Mississippi • 1980s

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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