A Clanton, dans le Mississippi, la petite Tonya Hailey est sauvagement violée et torturée. En plein tribunal, son père, Carl Lee, massacre les deux accusés au fusil-mitrailleur. Son sort semble tout tracé : la chambre à gaz. En effet, nous sommes dans le sud profond des Etats-Unis et Carl Lee est noir... Mais Jake, un jeune avocat blanc, aussi courageux qu'ambitieux, décide de le défendre. Le Ku Klux Klan fait front. Bientôt un soude de haine embrase la petite ville de Clanton... Ce roman, largement autobiographique - l'auteur a été jeune avocat dans le Mississippi -, restitue admirablement l'atmosphère du sud des Etats-Unis, ce mélange de poussière rouge, de moiteur, d'insouciance et de violence. Avec un art unique, John Grisham plonge le lecteur dans le malaise grandissant d'un suspense qui ne se résoudra qu'à la toute dernière page.
John Grisham
John Grisham is a renowned American author known for his legal thrillers that have captivated readers around the world. His most notable works include "The Firm," "A Time to Kill," and "The Pelican Brief." Grisham's writing style is characterized by his meticulous research, gripping plots, and well-developed characters.
Grisham's contributions to literature have had a significant impact on the legal thriller genre, setting a high standard for storytelling and suspense. His ability to weave complex legal issues into compelling narratives has earned him a dedicated following of readers.
One of Grisham's most famous works is "The Firm," which tells the story of a young lawyer who discovers that his prestigious law firm is involved in illegal activities. The novel was a commercial success and solidified Grisham's reputation as a master of the legal thriller genre.
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