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The Summons by John Grisham

The Summons

by John Grisham
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  • First Published:
  • Feb 1, 2002, 384 pages
  • Paperback:
  • Dec 2002, 384 pages
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Josh

This was my first Grisham book and it is my favorite. I couldn't put it down. One night I read untill 4:00 AM!! I liked this book because 1.There were plenty of twists and turns,
2. The ending was unexpectred, and
3. It was written by John Grisam.
I have also read The Street Lawyer. I am starting on The Runaway Jury.
Slater

I believe that this book was one of john grishams best book . once i started reading it i just couldnt put it down. i think he need to write a sequal to the book
Staci

A very Great Novel. The Best I've read in years. Grisham did an excellent job writing this book.
Paulette Sioson

Of all Grisham's books, I like this one best.

Grisham did a great job exploring the characters of Ray and Forest and their relationship. The ending was impeccable. If I were Forest, I'd do the same. Catch me if you can, Ray. >:)
Aaron

A thriller and a great mystery. Best book I've read in a long time
Verdette

At first I thought this novel was going to be just another required reading book for my English class. Turns out that it was actually great reading. I really could not put it down! It had me at the edge of my seat and I usually only get like that with movies. The Summons has inspired me to read some of his earlier novels.
Estella

The Summans is a pretty well written book. I got hooked from the start, especially sice the main character is from Charlottesville, va, my hometown. I like the fact that John grisham creates suspence. He never lets the reader know who the bad guy is until the very end. I first started reading John Grishams books in eight grade when I picked up my dad's copy of the firm. Coming from reading some boring books from school, the book was awesome. I have read most of his books, ar at least all the copies at the library and was excited when I was handed The Summans. I highly recommend this book to be read, regardless if its a rainy day or not.
laura

ive never read grisham before or maybe its because im only 18, but i thought it was a very well written book. great details and i couldnt put it down. it definetly incouraged me to read more of his novels.

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