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Summary: Poorly written
Review: I have read all of Grisham's books (except The Brethren) and have enjoyed his ability to build suspense and knit complex plots.That said, I absolutely did not like this book. I found it very poorly written and by far his worst book. I found the story directionless and appeared to me to be a quick write. His theme seemed two-fold: recovery from addiction and the ugliness of humanity. I confess that at times Grisham's cynicism is amusing. But I am perhaps worn out with the ugly, self-centered worlds he creates. Every character seems to have selfish motivations, but the intentionally detestable characters he creates are endless and indistinguishable. I have no problem with having colorful or even ample antagonists--it's a story-making fundamental. But when they are all shallow shells of self-servingness, it gets a bit tiring. Few of the endless characters he creates are developed, and few end up important to the conclusion. In this book, the judge is detestable, the testator is detestable, the testator's children and grandchildren are detestable, the testator's servant is detestable, the lawyers are detestable. The few characters with a moral fiber are not enough to rehabilitate this book. Perhaps John Grisham is tired of writing, or perhaps he is trying his hardest to fill an over-ambitious contract, but, whatever the reason, I strongly recommend any prosepective buyer to save his money. If you need to read it, get it at the library--I doubt you'll want to keep it.
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Summary: Interesting Read - But Goes Nowhere
Review: It's like Grisham didn't know how to finish the book. Thesetup for conflict was there, but nothing really happens ...Believe it or not, this book would be better if it were the first of a series. I'm not saying how it ends, but if a few twists and turns are added, the follow on would be excellent. END
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Summary: Let's Bungle in the Jungle?
Review: Without a doubt, it was a welcome relief from the usual storyline, which includes the required: good lawyer, bad lawyer, Memphis, New Orleans, little lawyer guy wins, big fancy team of lawyers loses... I had grown so tired of reading the same old story with new character names... "The Testament" took me on an Amazonian safari.... how often do we mere mortals get to take those trips in our lives? In summary, I can only say that it was well worth being on the waiting list at the local library!
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Summary: Delightful
Review: This is one of the most enjoyable books I have read in a long time. Great story, lovable characters, wonderfully written. This book has it all. A sequel would be nice.
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Summary: I can't go on anymore
Review: Maybe it's a good thing that I only purchased the audiotape of The Partner and that the Street Lawyer was loaned to me, because I can't spend another penny trying to make it through the stereotypical characters (100 zillion people in the law firm all stressed out, boo hoo) and predictable plots. Sorry Grisham, but fulfilling your book contract doesn't have to be this painful. But I did love The Firm.
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Summary: Highly Recommended
Review: The Testament had my attention from the begining to the end. The trip from one world to the next was truely an adventure. John, you need to make a movie of this one starring Harrison Ford as Nate O'Riley.
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Summary: Readable but not exceptional
Review: It isn't Grishams best work, but all the same its readable. It lacks the speed, intensity and fervor usually associated with Grisham. But if you are reading reviews about the book then u'll most probably end up reading the book as well. U sure wont be disappointed.
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Summary: A Must Read For Grisham Lovers
Review: It's hard to believe but this one is even better than John Grisham's previous novels. It takes you from beautiful Virginia to remote areas of Brazil. I especially enjoyed the missionary aspect and the characters' faith in God. Throughout the entire book you are just waiting to learn more and more about the characters and waiting for the unpredictable twists and turns each one takes. I can't wait to read the next one from John Grisham which I've already purchased (The Brethern).
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Summary: my review
Review: I enjoyed this story very much. Grisham has already made us learn about all sides of the law, from corporate to penal and this is no exception. Very original.
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Summary: The testament
Review: I Think the testament is one of Grishams best books. If you compare it with the other books he wrote, the testament has a few "new type" of characters we have never seen in one of his books. For example: Nate, the main character falls in love for a women who is the opposite of him. He is a greedy lawyer, Rachel is a women who doesn't like money and just loves the simple things in life. I certaintly enjoyed reading The Testament and I recommend everybody to buy it. Yours, Daniel
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