The Summons
The Summons
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Mississippi • Contemporary
2005
Adult
18+ years
900L
Super Short Summary
In The Summons by John Grisham, a law professor receives a summons to return to his hometown where he discovers his deceased father's hidden fortune. As he navigates this unexpected responsibility, he faces moral dilemmas and dangerous adversaries in his quest to uncover the truth.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
John Grisham's The Summons receives mixed reviews. Positively noted are Grisham's compelling narrative style and strong character development. However, criticisms include a slower-paced plot and an unsatisfying climax. Overall, fans of legal dramas might enjoy it, but it may not be gripping for all readers.
Who Should Read The Summons?
Fans of The Summons by John Grisham are likely to enjoy intricate legal dramas and suspenseful narratives. Ideal for readers who appreciate works like Scott Turow's Presumed Innocent or Michael Connelly's The Lincoln Lawyer. They seek protagonist-driven stories with a mix of personal conflict and legal intrigue.
94,532 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Mississippi • Contemporary
2005
Adult
18+ years
900L
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