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Sparring Partners Collection of Short Stories by John Grisham Review/Summary

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Sparring Partners Collection of Short Stories by John Grisham Review/Summary



Writer: John Grisham
Publication Hodder Paperbacks
ISBN-13 978-1399708432
Language: English
Genre: Fiction
Best Sellers Rank: #25,726 in Books
Customer review 3.9/5
Publish Date: 3 January 2023


John Grisham is a well-known and highly regarded author, particularly in the legal thriller genre. His first collection of novellas features three different stories, each with a legal theme but also incorporating unexpected twists and turns.

The first story, "Homecoming," brings readers back to the fictional setting of Ford County, which has been featured in previous Grisham stories. The protagonist, Jake Brigance, is a familiar character, but in this tale, he's not in the courtroom. Instead, he's helping an old friend, Mack Stafford, who has returned to town after a three-year absence. Stafford had a notorious reputation, having stolen money from clients and abandoned his family. Now he's back, seeking help from his former colleagues, but things don't go as planned.

In "Strawberry Moon," the protagonist is Cody Wallace, a death row inmate whose execution is only a few hours away. Despite the efforts of his lawyers, Cody's fate seems sealed, and he has one final request as the clock ticks down.

The third novella, "Sparring Partners," centers around two brothers, Kirk and Rusty Malloy, who inherit their father's law firm after he is sent to prison. The brothers don't get along, and their animosity leads to the firm's downfall. Diantha Bradshaw is the only person they trust to save the firm, but she must decide whether to help them or prioritize her own interests.

Throughout the novellas, Grisham combines suspense, humor, drama, and emotion to create compelling narratives. Fans of legal thrillers and Grisham's work, in particular, are likely to enjoy this collection.



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