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The Firm

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1991

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John Grisham

The Firm

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1991
Book Details
Pages

501

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Memphis, Tennessee • 1990s

Publication Year

1991

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

680L

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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.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Dark

Gritty

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.3

652,690 ratings

76%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

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.

4.3

652,690 ratings

76%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Character List

Mitchell Y. McDeere

A top Harvard Law School graduate from a challenging background, who accepts a lucrative offer from a Memphis law firm without questioning its conditions and becomes entangled in a complex situation involving the FBI.

Mitch's calm and supportive wife who remains devoted to him, despite various pressures from her family and situations that arise from Mitch's association with the law firm.

Mitch's mentor at the law firm, characterized by his disorganized and contrary lifestyle, who unintentionally aids Mitch in uncovering the firm’s secrets.

The head of Bendini, Lambert & Locke's security division, known for his invasive surveillance and manipulation to maintain control over the firm’s lawyers.

The determined FBI agent leading the investigation into the firm, who attempts to recruit Mitch as an informant against the organization.

Mitch's older brother, who, despite a troubled past, plays a crucial role in supporting Mitch through his ordeals with the firm and the FBI.

A private investigator and former cop who uncovers suspicious information about the firm and whose death serves as a pivotal point in Mitch’s suspicions.

Eddie Lomax's secretary, who bravely assists Mitch in obtaining crucial files and serves as a link between Mitch and Wayne.

Book Details
Pages

501

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Memphis, Tennessee • 1990s

Publication Year

1991

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

680L

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