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A Time to Kill
A Time to Kill
Author: John Grisham
In this searing courtroom drama, best-selling author John Grisham probes the savage depths of racial violence ... as he delivers a compelling tale of uncertain justice in a small southern town ... — Clanton, Mississippi. The life of a ten-year-old girl is shattered by two drunken and remorseless young men. The mostly white town reacts with shock ...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780440211723
ISBN-10: 0440211727
Publication Date: 1992
Pages: 528
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Publisher: Dell
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio Cassette, Audio CD
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A gripping courtroom drama about a young girl whose life has been shattered by 2 drunken and remorseless young men. Her father decides to take matters into his own hands with an assault rifle. A town then is in flames and on different sides.

An interesting book with twists and turns.
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A young father seeks revenge for the brutal attack on his daughter. The trial that follows and the events surrounding the trial keep you reading to the last page. Very thought provoking book.
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This one will get you ALL riled up and rooting for the main character. A great read, and one of Grisham's best.

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  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
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The book was very long winded. However, every scene and detail built the story up. There were no boring parts.

There were some very graphic scene and the "N-word" was used extensively so read with caution if those things offend you!
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Great read.

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