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| Author | John Grisham |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Legal thriller |
| Publisher | Doubleday |
Publication date | October 17, 2023 |
| Pages | 338 |
| ISBN | 978-0-385-54895-3 |
| Preceded by | The Firm |
The Exchange: After The Firm is a legal thriller novel by John Grisham, serving as a sequel to his famous work The Firm. The book delves into the life of Mitch McDeere, the protagonist of The Firm, exploring his new challenges fifteen years after the events of the first novel. [1] [2]
Plot
Set fifteen years after The Firm, the story revolves around Mitch McDeere and his life in Manhattan. Now a partner at the world's largest law firm, Scully and Pershing, Mitch faces a complicated legal challenge when his mentor, Luca Sandroni, asks him to take over a case involving the Libyan government. The case, initially handled by Luca who is dying of pancreatic cancer, concerns a Turkish construction company's lawsuit against the Libyan government over unpaid dues for building the Great Gaddafi Bridge. As Mitch and Giovanna, Luca's daughter and a colleague, delve into the case, they find themselves entangled in a dangerous situation involving kidnapping and a sinister plot with global implications. [1]
Publication
The novel was published on October 17, 2023. It is available in various formats including hardcover, ebook, and audiobook. The audiobook version, which is 542 minutes long, was released on the same day as the ebook and hardcover. A large print version was also released on October 24, 2023. [2]
Reception
The book has been met with mixed reviews. Book Marks summarized opinions from various critics, highlighting that some found the novel a thrilling update on Mitch McDeere's life, while others felt it deviated too much from the essence of the original story. [3] [4]
The Exchange has been recognized as a New York Times Bestseller, indicating its commercial success and popularity among readers. The novel has received praise for its gripping narrative and the return of the beloved character Mitch McDeere. [5] [6]
A review on PhDiva's blog expressed a liking for the book, praising its thrilling premise and engaging plot. However, the reviewer also noted a sense of disappointment in terms of how the novel connected with The Firm, feeling that it didn't fully capitalize on the potential of Mitch McDeere's character development. The review recommended the audiobook version for its excellent narration, which added depth to the story. [7]
Overall, while The Exchange has received some praise for its suspenseful and engaging narrative, it has also faced criticism for straying from Grisham's traditional legal thriller formula and for its treatment of returning characters from The Firm. [3]
References
- ^ a b Tanabe, Karin (October 18, 2023). "John Grisham's 'The Firm' finally has a sequel". The Washington Post. Retrieved 2024-01-15.
- ^ a b "The Exchange: AFTER THE FIRM By John Grisham". Penguin Random House. Retrieved 2024-01-15.
- ^ a b "Book Marks reviews of The Exchange: After the Firm by John Grisham". Book Marks. Retrieved 2024-01-15.
- ^ Nolan, Tom (October 13, 2023). "Mysteries: John Grisham's 'The Exchange'". The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved 2024-01-15.
- ^ "THE EXCHANGE. A tense legal thriller with nary a courtroom scene". Kirkus Reviews. August 12, 2023. Retrieved 2024-01-15.
- ^ "The Verdict on John Grisham's Sequel to 'The Firm'". The New York Times. Retrieved 2024-01-15.
- ^ "The Exchange: After the Firm. Thriller Book Review". The PhDiva reads books. October 9, 2023. Retrieved 2024-01-15.
