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The Firm

Robin Waterfield (Adapter)
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The Firm

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1991

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Robin Waterfield (Adapter)

The Firm

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1991
Book Details
Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Memphis, Tennessee • 1990s

Publication Year

1991

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Firm by Robin Waterfield is an adaptation of John Grisham's legal thriller about a promising young attorney who joins a prestigious law firm, only to discover its dark secrets. Using person-first language, the novel focuses on the protagonist's journey as they navigate ethical dilemmas and life-threatening situations within the legal profession.

Reviews & Readership

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Robin Waterfield's adaptation of The Firm is generally well-received for its engaging and fast-paced narrative. Readers appreciate its clarity and how it makes complex legal issues accessible. However, some critique it for lacking the depth and character development of the original. Overall, it's seen as a solid introduction but not a substitute for the full text.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Firm?

Readers who would enjoy The Firm by Robin Waterfield are typically fans of legal thrillers and fast-paced suspense. Similar to John Grisham's writing, such as The Pelican Brief and A Time to Kill, this audience appreciates intricate plots, legal drama, and moral complexities within the legal system.

Book Details
Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Memphis, Tennessee • 1990s

Publication Year

1991

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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