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Summary: Food for thought & the soul
Review: Having read other Grisham books that are easy reading summer fare, I was surprised by the turn of the book midway through the story. It stopped being about law and lawyers. It became instead a journey of questioning and finally redemption for the main character. I found the book much more thought provoking than other Grisham books. And thus very pleasantly surprised. A must read for anyone going through their own mid-life or spirtual crisis.
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Summary: Quite a disappointment
Review: Decent plot and a change from Grisham's ususal formula, but very disappointing. Too much rambling on and on about characters that he does not make us care about. Very little dialoge between characters and a very uninteresting sub plot. Makes us wait to the last twenty pages for a glimpse of some excitement only to be let down by an abrupt and uninteresting ending. If your looking for mystery, intrigue and juicy characters this book will be a bitter disappointment.
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Summary: A lawyer in the jungle...This should be interesting
Review: Has John Grisham finally cut to the heart of the legal profession by asking the question 'what happens to a lawyer when he is put into a jungle'? Nah...But it is very amusing to read about the trials and tribulations of a burned-out, alcoholic former litigator who finds spiritual renewal while struggiling with his affliction on his journey in Brazil. Grisham paints a delightful portrait of this undisturbed wilderness and the legal issues portrayed are very interesting. I did have a few criticisms, though. First, I disliked the portrayal of the family. In my opinion, Grisham wrote them primarily to act as thematic devices rather then contributers to the central plot. This process created a slew of characters that were very flat embodiments of the stereotype for rich potential beneficiaries (IE: greedy, financially incompetent and socially inept). Also, this is definately not Grisham's most scathing courtroom drama. It strays from his formula for using legal tribulations to create dramatic prose in favor of providing a narrative of spiritual, psychological and physical rebirth and renewal. But the bottom line is that it is enjoyable, and I would recommend it.
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Summary: Not Grishams best book
Review: Although the idea of the book may seem intriguing, it comes out like another Biggles episode. Grisham is a great writer, no doubt about it, but...he just doesn't reach the same quality level as some of his previous work in this one. It might not be as good as "The partner" or "The firm", but if you're a fan of J.G it's a couple of hours of amusement, a good supplement to the TV anyhow.
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Summary: This One is Worth the Time
Review: Grisham has a bad habit, and that's been the disappointing endings, but this book may be the exception. This book is worth exploring because it deals with a theme so few books do these days: What really matters? Entertaining, fast paced, and filled with plot twists, Grisham has written a masterpiece with "The Testament."
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Summary: Grisham's written better
Review: I've listened to most of Grisham's audiobooks, and this is the worst yet. The South American adventures are boring ... but the legal twists are fascinating (particularly the first chapter). Get out of the jungle, John, and go back to the courtroom! And while you're at it, bring back Michael Beck. Muller is good, but his narration pales beside Beck's. Michael, I miss you!
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Summary: Good Book
Review: I loved this book. I enjoyed traveling along with with the hero. I am glad to see that the author was brave enough to show that money can be misused. I was glad to see that the missionary, event though she died, was given a monetary reward
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Summary: Great Surprise!
Review: Great book! It took me no time to read it because it was easy to read. I liked the story line, the character and the settings. I would recommend this book to anyone.
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Summary: GRISHAM FANS WILL LOVE IT...HOWEVER THE ENDING WAS ABRUPT
Review: I am an avid reader of Grisham's work and found this story delightful, insightful, and entertaining. The ending left me a bit confused as it seemed to have just ended suddenly without reason. I would have preferred a different ending, but then again...i'm not John Grisham. Definitely worth the read.
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Summary: Finally a broken formula
Review: Finally John Grisham put aside the formula which started with The Firm and has given us a different story. The first Grisham novel I consider as more than filler between serious books since the re-release of A Time to Kill. His books had gotten monotonous. While this still reads like a screen play at least its a fresh I dea from a writer who has given us the same story over and over again. Well done. Three stars for the sry and one extra for creativity. Keep it up.
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