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Summary: Personal Injuries
Review: Personal Injuries is told through the eyes of George Mason, a reserved and honorable lawyer who quietly functions as an objective narrator. The real hero of the story is Robbie Feaver, the kind of character who inspires both love and hate as he constantly reveals new facets of his personality. He's flashy and charismatic, a master of showmanship, a friendly womanizer, and a crusader in the realm of personal injury law. He's also as crooked as Rocky Balboa's nose. Robbie is an integral part of the corruption that has long infected Turow's fictional Kindle County (the setting of all his novels)¡Vhis not-so-elaborate scheme calls for him to run money through a secret bank account and into the pockets of a handful of judges in order to secure verdicts in his favor.It surprised me that Personal Injuries draws to a quiet close, ending with a jolt, but avoiding any sort of grand finale. It's an intriguing and entertaining novel that, at the very least, shows a care and dedication to craftsmanship not often found in mainstream fiction. It's worth reading.
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Summary: Turow did great on this one!
Review: Turow changed tracks a little on this one and maybe that's why the readers are confused. No, this is not a mystery thriller, but a well-written novel that's strength is in its characters and vivid imagery. I can just picture Feaver and Evon in my mind, as well as Stan, the Judges and the rest. . .I think Turow did a fine job here my moving his writing up a notch.
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Summary: Good story, slow confusing start
Review: I really had a hard time with the start of this book. I was very confused and was really starting to wonder what was going on. I really picked up speed though about 150 pages into it. After I finished, I thought back and decided I really enjoyed it. Not nearly as good as previous works, but agree with other reviewers it is time to move to another county!
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Summary: Wonderfully complex characters
Review: As another reader indicated, I almost did not buy this book due to negative reviews by other Amazon readers. It would have been a shame. I thoroughly enjoyed the richness of this book, particularly the complexity of the characters. I loved the antihero nature of Robbie, the redemption of Evon and the fact that Turow did not use the easy or oft-repeated paths for these characters. The side plot about Robbie's wife and ALS was well-handled.
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Summary: Get it from the library
Review: If you absolutely, postively have to read this book, get it from the library. Whatever you do, don't pay good money for it. I have read all of Scott Turow's books in the past and found them to be very good. I was really looking forward to this one coming out. What a disappointment! I am over halfway through this book (and it has taken me three weeks to get this far) and it is still going nowhere. I like to finish any book that I start, but I don't think I'll be able to wade through this one. The characters are stiff and wooden. There is not one character that I've run across so far that I even like or could care about. The plot trudges along, with neither twists nor surprises. My advise is don't waste your time.
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Summary: A gem
Review: This was a great story, very intriguing with numerous twists and turns. It is the finest legal/mystery/thriller I have read since Presumed Innocent. I can't wait for Turow's next book.
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Summary: A teriffic read
Review: I almost didn't buy this book because of the many negative reviews by Amazon customers. I don't understand them now that I have read it. The characters are exquistely drawn especially the main one but also the prosecutor who exhibts all of the tunnel vision passion and ardor for his job that one who deals with prosecutors will recognize as dead on.The FBI characters with their discipline and zeal are also well built. For readers who require absolute acccuracy and believability with regard to legal matters and court room scenes, they will not be disappointed. I loved it.
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Summary: What a wonderful read
Review: It is amazing how many people missed the boat on this one. The very first review says it all. "Personal Injuries" isn't about plot or story line or fast pace or excitement or courtroom drama. As I read the book I kept waiting for something to happen until I realized that something was happening. I was watching an author create a cast of characters who peopled any room I read this book in. Exquisitely drawn and beautifully built as seen through the eyes of not the first person narrator but the main character Robbie Feaver (pronounced "favor" as he tells us). Further, Turow's portrayal of ALS and its effect on family members as well as the victim is heartbreaking. Such sadness! Turow also leads us into the dark world of witness protection, the FBI and the battle of jurisdiction, political ambition and political medelling, etc. Well done, Mr. Turow. Some of us understood where you were going and what you were doing.
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Summary: Boring, Boring, Boring
Review: I love mystery thrillers. This is not a mystery or a thriller. I am half way through the book only because I paid full price but have decided to cut my losses. This is my first and last Turow read.
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Summary: Looking for Style and Originality--Finding Neither
Review: When reading a Scott Turow book I do not expect great literature, but this book still dissapoints. The book is written in a first-person style that is awkward and unnecessary. The storyteller starts by saying that he can't possibly have seen all that takes place, so he will just make educated guesses. The book then seems to be stuck with this awkward premise and sinks under its own weight. First person can be a great way to tell a story, precisely because of the mysteries the storyteller does not know. Mr. Turow fails to use this tool to its potential. The lead character is developed well, but the remainder of the characters lack fullness and depth. The best that can be said about them is that I developed no feelings for the characters, either positive or negative. Additionally, Mr. Turow seems compelled to make cameo appearances for characters from his previous books. These cameos add to the awkwardness of the book. For you Mr. Turow, here are some suggestions. First, pick a narrative style and stick with it. Second, abandon the mythical Kindle County and start your next novel from scratch. Your writing has become stale and predictable. For the potential reader: wait for the next novel from Turow.
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