The Runaway Jury

John Grisham

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John Grisham

The Runaway Jury

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1996

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Book Brief

John Grisham

The Runaway Jury

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1996
Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Mystery & Crime Fiction

Horror & Suspense
Setting

Biloxi, Mississippi • 1990s

Theme
Revenge

Economics

Politics & Government
Publication Year

1996

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

660L

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Super Short Summary

The Runaway Jury by John Grisham is a legal thriller set in Mississippi where Celeste Wood sues a tobacco company for her husband's premature death. Tobacco's consultant, Rankin Fitch, uses illegal methods to manipulate the jury, but Juror #2, Nicholas Easter, has hidden motives. Alongside Marlee, his partner, they execute a plan to control the jury's verdict, revealing deeper themes of corruption and manipulation. The book contains themes of blackmail and the death of a loved one.

Suspenseful

Challenging

Mysterious

Informative

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

4.2

314,223 ratings

74%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Runaway Jury by John Grisham captivates readers with its intricate plot and courtroom drama, consistently praised for its fast pace and engaging twists. Critics appreciate the detailed character development and ethical dilemmas presented. However, some note predictability and occasional implausibility in the storyline. Overall, it's a compelling legal thriller.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Runaway Jury?

Readers who revel in The Runaway Jury by John Grisham typically enjoy legal thrillers that delve into courtroom drama and ethical dilemmas. Comparable to fans of Scott Turow’s Presumed Innocent and Michael Connelly’s The Lincoln Lawyer, they appreciate intricate plotlines, suspense, and moral quandaries within the judicial system.

4.2

314,223 ratings

74%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Character List

A 27-year-old man from Austin, Texas, who becomes a juror in a pivotal tobacco litigation trial. He uses his charm and knowledge of the law to influence fellow jurors and navigate the trial's complexities.

A woman with a secretive past and multiple aliases who coordinates with Nicholas in influencing the trial. Her charisma and strategic planning are key to the unfolding events.

An antagonist working as a private consultant for tobacco companies, employing various tactics to control the trial's outcome. He is known for his anonymity and strategic prowess in manipulating jury dynamics.

A diverse group of individuals each with their own motivations, backgrounds, and susceptibility to influence, whose deliberations and decisions are central to the trial's outcome. They include characters like Gladys Card, Rikki Coleman, Loreen Duke, Millie Dupree, Jerry Fernandez, Herman Grimes, Frank Herrera, Stella Hulic, Shine Royce, Phillip Savelle, Lonnie Shaver, Sylvia Taylor-Tatum/Poodle, Henry Vu, and Angel Weese.

Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Mystery & Crime Fiction

Horror & Suspense
Setting

Biloxi, Mississippi • 1990s

Theme
Revenge

Economics

Politics & Government
Publication Year

1996

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

660L

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