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The Simple Truth

David Baldacci
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The Simple Truth

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999

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David Baldacci

The Simple Truth

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999
Book Details
Pages

544

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Washington, D.C. • 1990s

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

710L

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Super Short Summary

The Simple Truth by David Baldacci follows a former convict wrongfully imprisoned who uncovers a high-stakes conspiracy within the U.S. Supreme Court. As he seeks justice, a government lawyer and a journalist become entangled in his quest, revealing hidden truths and corruption. The novel is a legal thriller exploring themes of justice and deception.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

55,415 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

David Baldacci's The Simple Truth is praised for its gripping plot and rich character development. Readers appreciate the complex legal thriller that keeps them guessing. However, some criticize the pacing, feeling it lags in parts. Overall, it's a compelling read for fans of legal dramas.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Simple Truth?

The ideal reader for David Baldacci's The Simple Truth is an avid fan of fast-paced legal thrillers with intricate plot twists and deep political intrigue. Comparable to John Grisham's The Firm and Scott Turow's Presumed Innocent, this audience enjoys courtroom dramas and suspenseful narratives addressing corruption and justice.

4.3

55,415 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

544

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Washington, D.C. • 1990s

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

710L

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