A gripping, grown-up tale, punctuated by shocks, that leads to a shattering conclusion.

Landay's depiction of a turbulent period makes compulsive reading.

A dense and satisfying novel of crime and retribution.

(A) marvellous novel ... a delicate portrayal of fatally compromised lives in a compromised city.

A meaty, ambitious book, made all the more powerful by an author unafraid to tackle the complexities of moral ambiguity.

A complex mystery that builds to an unpredictable climax where a shocking truth is revealed.

A gripping grown-up tale, punctuated by shocks that leads to a shattering conclusion.

A classic horror story, told with mounting detail. Smith spins it out relentlessly, piling chill on chill on chill ....what happens, and needless to say it's not good, is something readers will read page after flapping page to discover.

Chris Kuzneski is a remarkable new writer, who completely understands what makes for a good story: action, sex suspense, humour, and great characters

A story that is told well and Mr Grisham keeps the pages flipping. Pefectly enjoyable read.

An engrossing look at the US legal system

Grisham's novel starts at a cracking pace, he produces a compelling finale.