A Time to Kill

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John Grisham

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • John Grisham’s first novel is a searing courtroom drama that probes the savage depths of racial violence and introduced the world to fearless lawyer Jake Brigance.“John Grisham may well be the best American storyteller writing today.”—The Philadelphia InquirerThe life of a ten-year-old black girl is shattered by two drunken and remorseless white men. The mostly white town of Clanton in Ford County, Mississippi, reacts with shock and horror at the inhuman crime—until the girl’s father acquires an assault rifle and takes justice into his own hands.For ten days, as burning crosses and the crack of sniper fire spread through the streets of Clanton, the nation sits spellbound as defense attorney Jake Brigance struggles to save his client’s life—and then his own.Look for all of John Grisham’s gripping Jake Brigance novels:A Time to KillSycamore RowA Time for Mercy

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Author

John Grisham

Pages

528

Publisher

JG Publishing

Published Date

2004-03-15

ISBN

0385338600 9780385338608

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"Definitely a heavy read, but it's very good!"

Jonathan Kent

"One of Grisham’s best books. The courtroom maneuvering in a case of a Black man who killed his daughter’s attacker cannot be beat"

Diane Morello

"Okay, so I just finished "A Time to Kill" by John Grisham and let me tell you, this book was a wild ride! Grisham definitely knows how to spin a gripping legal thriller. The story follows Carl Lee Hailey, a Black man whose young daughter is brutally assaulted by a couple of racist white guys. When the justice system fails him, Carl takes matters into his own hands, leading to a trial that explodes into a racial battleground. You've got Jake Brigance, the young lawyer defending Carl, who's facing a tough fight against a powerful prosecutor and a town deeply divided by prejudice. The courtroom drama is intense, and Grisham does a great job of exploring themes of justice, revenge, and the complexities of race in the American South. There were a few moments that felt a bit predictable, but overall, the suspense kept me hooked. If you're looking for a page-turner that will make you think, definitely give "A Time to Kill" a try. 4.5 out of 5 stars"

sappybeans

"It was a powerful story from beginning to end "

Stacye Schalski

"Great book but starts off a little morbid definitely recommend to a more mature audience. "

Alivia Schramel

"I read this, and many more, years ago. I have recently discovered Karin Slaughter, so I’ve been working through her books. They are very long. The Perfect Daughter was very good. Next for me is Pretty Girls."

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Susan Bergin

"I do. loved the Firm"

Kay

"I loved the whole story. Mostly the idea (the question) of whether it was a justified homicide. "