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The Firm

John Grisham
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The Firm

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1992

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John Grisham

The Firm

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1992
Book Details
Pages

501

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Memphis, Tennessee • 1990s

Publication Year

1992

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

680L

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Super Short Summary

In The Firm, a talented law school graduate joins a prestigious Memphis law firm, discovering its sinister ties to organized crime. As he navigates the firm's dangerous secrets, he must make critical decisions to protect his future and loved ones. The story explores themes of morality, ambition, and the complexities of legal ethics.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Unnerving

Dark

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

4.4

127,220 ratings

85%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

John Grisham's The Firm is praised for its gripping plot and legal thriller intensity, making it a page-turner. Readers appreciate its suspense and well-developed atmosphere. However, some criticize the predictability and occasional lack of character depth. Overall, it remains a compelling read for thriller enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Firm?

A reader who enjoys The Firm by John Grisham is likely captivated by legal thrillers that combine suspense with fast-paced plots. Fans of Scott Turow's Presumed Innocent or Michael Connelly's The Lincoln Lawyer might find this novel equally engaging for its intricate legal machinations and moral dilemmas.

4.4

127,220 ratings

85%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

501

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Memphis, Tennessee • 1990s

Publication Year

1992

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

680L

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