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The Litigators

John Grisham
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The Litigators

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011

Book Brief

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John Grisham

The Litigators

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

385

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • Contemporary

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Litigators by John Grisham follows a disillusioned attorney who joins a small, unorthodox law firm. The firm takes on a potentially lucrative lawsuit against a major pharmaceutical company, leading to unexpected legal and personal challenges. The narrative explores themes of justice, ethics, and redemption within the legal profession.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

114,423 ratings

74%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

John Grisham's The Litigators is applauded for its engaging plot and witty humor, effectively balancing courtroom drama with the personal growth of its flawed yet likable characters. However, some critics feel that the story relies on familiar tropes and lacks the depth found in Grisham's earlier works. Overall, it’s an entertaining read for legal thriller enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Litigators?

A reader who enjoys legal thrillers with a mix of humor and drama will appreciate The Litigators by John Grisham. This book appeals to fans of Michael Connelly’s The Lincoln Lawyer and Scott Turow’s Presumed Innocent, offering an engaging story of small-time lawyers taking on a big pharmaceutical company.

4.1

114,423 ratings

74%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

385

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • Contemporary

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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