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The Chamber

A gripping crime thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author of mystery and suspense
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The Chamber by John Grisham revolves around a young lawyer named Adam Hall, who takes on the challenging case of defending his estranged grandfather, a member of the KKK, on death row. As Adam delves into the case, he unravels complex family secrets and confronts moral and legal dilemmas.
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You might like this book if you enjoy gripping legal dramas with complex characters, intense courtroom scenes, and thought-provoking moral dilemmas. It delves deep into the themes of justice, family, and redemption, keeping you on edge until the very end.

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The Chamber

Adam Hill is in his first year at a top Chicago law firm. He volunteers for the toughest assignment any lawyer could ask for. His prospective client doesn't want Adam or his law firm. He is an unrepentent and outspoken racist with a violent past. He is on Death Row for the murder of two Jewish children in a horrific bombing in 1967.

AN AMERICAN CLASSIC FROM THE NO.1 BESTSELLING MASTER LEGAL THRILLER WRITER.

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The Chamber by John Grisham is a riveting legal thriller that delves deep into the intertwining worlds of justice, family, and American history. This masterfully crafted narrative follows the journey of Adam Hill, a bright, ambitious rookie lawyer working at a prestigious Chicago law firm. With the promise of a successful career ahead of him, his path takes an unexpected turn when he volunteers to represent Sam Cayhall, a former Klansman facing execution for a heinous bombing committed twenty years prior.

The decision to take on this controversial case raises many questions. Why would Adam risk his burgeoning career to defend a man abandoned by society? What compels Sam to place his fate in the hands of an inexperienced attorney? As Adam digs deeper, he uncovers layers of buried truths and family secrets, leading to a gripping courtroom showdown. The past catches up with the present, and Adam finds himself in a race against time to save his client and confront his own heritage.

Grisham's narrative expertise shines through detailed character development and a suspenseful plot that keeps readers on edge. The book not only explores the intricacies of the legal system but also tackles complex themes of redemption, moral dilemmas, and the long shadows cast by historical injustices.

'A master at the art of deft characterisation and the skilful delivery of hair-raising crescendos.' - Irish Independent

'John Grisham is the master of legal fiction.' - Jodi Picoult

'The best thriller writer alive.' - Ken Follett

'John Grisham has perfected the art of cooking up convincing, fast-paced thrillers.' - Telegraph

'Grisham is a superb, instinctive storyteller.' - The Times

'Grisham's storytelling genius reminds us that when it comes to legal drama, the master is in a league of his own.' - Daily Record

'Masterful - when Grisham gets in the courtroom he lets rip, drawing scenes so real they're not just alive, they're pulsating.' - Mirror

'A giant of the thriller genre.' - TimeOut

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The Chamber by John Grisham is praised as a first-rate thriller with a ferociously plot-driven narrative that keeps readers awake all night. Reviewers describe it as compelling and hypnotic, making it hard to put down. The story is seen as dark and thoughtful, filled with moral uncertainties, showcasing Grisham's ability to tell a gripping tale.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780099537076

Publisher: Cornerstone

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 October 2010

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Arrow Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 38.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 447g

Pages: 656

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About the Author

John Grisham is the author of twenty-two novels, one work of non-fiction, a collection of short stories, and a novel for young readers. He is on the Board of Directors for the Innocence Project in New York and is the Chairman on the Board of Directors for the Mississippi Innocence Project at the Mississippi School of Law. He lives in Virginia and Mississippi. His website is www.johngrisham.co.uk

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