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The King of Torts

John Grisham
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The King of Torts

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003

Book Brief

John Grisham

The King of Torts

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

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Washington, D.C. • Contemporary

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

850L

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Super Short Summary

The King of Torts by John Grisham follows disillusioned public defender Clay Carter, who is assigned a seemingly routine murder case involving his client, Tequila Watson. Clay discovers the crime is linked to an experimental drug with dangerous side effects, leading him into a high-stakes legal battle against a powerful pharmaceutical company, revitalizing his passion for justice. Topics include drug addiction and unethical medical practices.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Dark

Challenging

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

4.0

98,213 ratings

62%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

John Grisham's The King of Torts is praised for its fast-paced legal thriller plot and incisive critique of the legal profession's darker aspects. However, some reviews note a lack of deep character development and a somewhat predictable storyline. Overall, it remains a compelling read for Grisham fans and enthusiasts of legal dramas.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The King of Torts?

Readers who enjoy fast-paced legal thrillers with ethical dilemmas will find The King of Torts by John Grisham captivating. Fans of Michael Connelly’s The Lincoln Lawyer or Scott Turow’s Presumed Innocent will appreciate the intricate courtroom drama and moral complexity.

4.0

98,213 ratings

62%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Washington, D.C. • Contemporary

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

850L

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