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Summary: It sounds like Mr. Grisham enjoyed himself with this book
Review: I am disappointed when I read reviews of people who found the ending to the Testament unsatisfying but I suppose I should not be surprised if readers expect every time for the "bad guys" to die, and the good guy to ride off into the sunset with the girl and a fortune to boot. I loved Grisham's refusal to give us "good guys" and "bad guys" in this novel. We are all part of the same human family and should be routing on each other. I also am shocked at those who insist that Grisham stay "true to form." I am an amature writer myself, and if I were Grisham, I would have been bored to death of following the same Hollywood template to generate year after year what was "expected of me." I enjoyed Grisham's excursion out of the court room and into the jungle. And I thought the plot was rather realistic in that an alcoholic might find a balm for his sickness by escaping the materialism of America and facing some true life and death adventure. I also liked that Grisham chose such a large, mind-boggling sum of money to put on the table so that our interest could be peaked at the thought of what the missionary found more valuable than $11 billion. I could not put it down, and after I was finished, I could not stop thinking about it.
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Summary: Christians Understand
Review: After reading several of Grisham's books, I was pleased to read this new book that unfolds the spiritual side of the master author. I will assume that this will be one book that probably most fans will not enjoy nor understand. Until someone has experienced the Grace that Jesus Christ has to offer will they comprehend the religious concepts in this book: Money doesn't matter. Callings on Lives. Purity and Happiness. Eternal Value of Life and Works. Faith in Jesus. Grisham has created a classic that will appeal to those who have met Christ as their personal saviour. Still, I recommend this book for Christians and Non-Christians alike. It is well written, and although it drags in some places, overall, it's a winner. A life transformed by Jesus is not a flaw in character development. It is a true reality that millions know about. Life with Christ is an endless hope. Life without Christ is a hopeless end...
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Summary: A different style for Grisham, one that is WELL recieved !!
Review: I thought this book was fabulous !! The change in writing style over his previous novels proves he is one of the most talented authors today !!
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Summary: One of my favorite authors, John Grisham, strikes out.
Review: John Grisham, one of my favorite authors, has struck out with this one. I really had to force myself to keep reading until the end. I hated being mired down in the dreary effort the main character went through to attempt to meet his ultimate goal. A few months later I read "The Codicil" by Tom Torpor written in 1993, which is a superior book in every way. I would give it 10 stars! Same premise as "The Testament" but much better done. I will, of course, read Grisham's next book. Maybe he just needed to take a breath and build up some steam.
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Summary: The Prodigal Son, or maybe a lost sheep
Review: Like many others have stated, I enjoyed the plot of a fallen and lost man coming to find Christ. However, Grisham has got to work on his endings. I've read five of his books now, and the last three (The Partner, The Street Lawyer and The Testament) have just had the most ridiculous and unsatisfying endings. They are so inconsistent with reality, not to mention many of the people in his books remove themselves from character in the last 20 or so pages.
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Summary: Great book! Hard to put down!
Review: This was his best book ever I read. I bought it while I was on vacation for something to read by the pool and had trouble putting it down. He has you hooked after the first few pages. I had the whole book read before my vacation was over. I can't wait for his next release!
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Summary: Good Book
Review: The Testement is a good book that i would highly recomend for adults.(Im a kid but that's okay). It is an exiting book and while it is not john grisham at his best(The Chamber is) it is a great book. I give it 4 stars.
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Summary: Suspense writer attempts evangelism
Review: Slow, heavy on the religion. Probably very appealing to the devoute but does not offer much for agnostics, atheists or those looking for an interesting read. Unlike earlier novels, provides little information (even on the religious level)and a trite plot. Though Rachel's character, such as it was, held some appeal the "hero's" and his redemption were reminiscent of dirty cotton candy - sacharine, sticky and insubstantial.
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Summary: a compelling journey into the jungle and a man's soul
Review: Grisham once again weaves a masterful tale which uses the law profession as its framework. However, this novel is different for it doesn't focus on a fast-paced gripping lawyer-driven plot. He develops his characters much better in this novel than in most of his other works and uncovers a quest for authenticity that we all crave. In that way it is reminscent of his prior novel The Street Lawyer. Nevertheless, this book is a page turner. I couldn't put it down unless I was consulting an atlas. I like the change of focus the author is making. I recommend it for those who value meaning in life and who are truly looking for it.
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Summary: Don't waste your time.
Review: Unlike John Grisham's first two books, A Time to Kill and TheFirm, which were impossible to put down, The Testament leaves thereader wondering why this book was written. It is a obvious plea to "save the rain forest" (Pantanal) of South America. The reader has a hard time identifying with any of the characters and really couldn't care less of the outcome to them. The fact that Grisham takes over half the book building up the readers dislike for many of the characters just to have them make out in the end, does NOTHING to redeem this waste of time. Grisham has written biting,spellbinding,cutting edge books. Unfortunately, even the low price that Amazon charges does not redeem this book. Suggestion: If you are a Grisham fan and read all of his books, wait until Amazon has the paperback. If not, choose another of the 1 million books Amazon sells.
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