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• One of Grisham's finest. I think early Grisham works are better than his recent ones.

  5.00 out of 5

  zhoud2005

• [book: The Runaway Jury] is one of those old favorites that I do actually reread periodically. I find it hard to review a book like this because I do know the plot and the characters so well that it is impossible to recapture the sense of suspense and mystery that I know I experienced the first time I read it. Nevertheless, the fact that I still enjoy reading this book even without the mystery is a testament to the quality of this Grisham novel. I like the plot and the characters, and still appreciate the dry humor that permeates the novel.<br/><br/>Tracking the course of a civil trial against Big Tobacco, and detailing the lengths both sides will go to to secure a victory, [book: The Runaway Jury] is one of Grisham's fast-paced legal dramas. This book is probably the last Grisham book that I bought and enjoyed, and I've read it more than any of the others (except [book: A Time to Kill]). After scheming for years to make it onto the jury of a tobacco trail, Nicholas and his partner Marlee finally succeed in placing themselves squarely in the middle of a pitched battle about tobacco and product liability. As Nicholas works to gain control of the jury, Marlee works on both plaintiff and defendent, offering victory to both sides (for a high price). The twist at the end is enjoyable, and despite the fact that Nicholas and Marlee are working to undermine our entire legal system, you can't help but like them and support them in their efforts.<br/><br/>I picked up [book: The Runaway Jury] a few days ago when reshelving books, and decided to give it another whirl. It is an enjoyable light read that helps to cleanse the palette after more serious or depressing fare. If you haven't read it yet, I highly recommend The Runaway Jury.

  4.00 out of 5

  ForeignCircus

• The first Grisham book I've read, fearing they were all legal mumbo jumbo. Surprisingly, they aren't.In Biloxi, Mississippi another trial is taking place against the cigarette companies. They have won every other case, so this one is in the bag. Unethical, immoral, and sometimes illegal practices are common practice to ensure a success. But something is different with this case, someone is working on the inside influencing the jury. But who? And why?A very well written and easily comprehensible book, with the legal jargon at a minimum. I truly enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more Grisham.

  4.00 out of 5

  PhxDan

• Just a rip roaring good read. Makes me glad I never touched a ciggy in my life. Grisham's skill in taking an otherwise dull trial where experts espouse detailed and barely understandable terminology and turning it into something fast paced and exciting is truly remarkable. I have to admit that of late I have been rather dissapointed by Grisham's work, particularly his novel the Summons for its incessent repetition of points already communicated ad infinitum, but this novel is certainly among his best.

  4.00 out of 5

  Bookalicious

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