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by John Grisham (Goodreads Author)

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Can somebody tell me what was the goal the author had in writing the book?

Lesley His aim was to make a lot of money very quickly as a best selling novel, and he succeeded because the whole sorry thing was made into a film.

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What's the time and place where the story unfolds?

Matt Reardon Biloxi, Mississippi in the mid-90's. Published in 1996 as a contemporary novel so I'd guess 1995 as the actual time it would have taken place.…moreBiloxi, Mississippi in the mid-90's. Published in 1996 as a contemporary novel so I'd guess 1995 as the actual time it would have taken place.(less)

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This question contains spoilers... (view spoiler)

Matt Reardon Bridget already answered your question, but you marked this question as "Containing Spoilers" when it does not.…moreBridget already answered your question, but you marked this question as "Containing Spoilers" when it does not.(less)

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Is this where we'll discuss the novel starting September first?

Matt Reardon I think you might have asked this question in the wrong place as this is a public Questions/Answers board accessible by all Goodreads members.

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