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Until that September of 1952, Luke Chandler had never kept a secret or told a single lie. But in the long, hot summer of his seventh year, two groups of migrant workers -- and two very dangerous men -- came through the Arkansas Delta to work the Chandler cotton farm. And suddenly mysteries are flooding Luke's world.
A brutal murder leaves the town seething in gossip and suspicion. A beautiful young woman ignites forbidden passions. A fatherless baby is born . . . and someone has begun furtively painting the bare clapboards of the Chandler farmhouse, slowly, painstakingly, bathing the run-down structure in gleaming white. And as young Luke watches the world around him, he unravels secrets that could shatter lives -- and change his family and his town forever. . .
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- Mystery & Thrillers >> Authors, A-Z >> ( G ) >> Grisham, John >> Paperback
- Mystery & Thrillers >> Thrillers >> Suspense
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9 member(s) found this review helpful.
I usually am not a big fan of John Grisham, only because I don't really like legal thrillers. This, however, is completely different from anything else that I have seen written by him. It kind of reminded me of both Huck Finn and Grapes of Wrath. It is definately one of the best books I have ever read. I have recommended this book to all of my friends and family because it really did surprise me by being such a great book!
Amy J. reviewed 3/16/2009...
3 member(s) found this review helpful.
I enjoyed this book simply for the fact that the descriptions were so vivid, and it was a easy read. The story of the seasonal farmers is very interesting, and the perspective of the child was an interesting view.
Lyn reviewed 3/7/2009...
3 member(s) found this review helpful.
John Grisham is a master of writing legal dramas so I wondered wondered how good he would be out of that format. He did not disappointment. The setting for A Painted House is a poor cotton farm in Arkansas in the 1950's. The story is told from the perspective of a 7 year old boy, Luke. The characters are very clearly developed. Luke encounters much at such a young age; his story is mesmerizing. In writing this books, Grisham clearly shows he is a versatile writer. It is a book you won't be able to put down.
3 member(s) found this review helpful.
A great book! Not at all what I expected from a John Grisham novel, but I really enjoyed the change of pace. Note: If you've seen the 'made-for-tv' movie based on this book, don't worry - the book is much better!
3 member(s) found this review helpful.
This is a great book set in Ark. around 1950.Deals with growing up on a farm,trying to make a living.loved it
3 member(s) found this review helpful.
I've been caught a million times boo-hooing like a baby while watching a movie. Very rarely do I actually cry when reading a book. I'm so glad I finished this book while by myself because I sobbed like I'd lost my best friend. It was a wonderful book and I loved each and every moment of it.
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Not quite the usual Grisham, but excellent all the same.
This Grisham was quite different from others I have read. I enjoyed
the different direction this one took on. I guess I liked it because
i can relate to the setting of the book. It kept me wondering if that darn house would ever get painted!!!
Earl H., Meldrim, Ga.
the different direction this one took on. I guess I liked it because
i can relate to the setting of the book. It kept me wondering if that darn house would ever get painted!!!
Earl H., Meldrim, Ga.
If you of someone you know were raised in the deep South, you have to read this book. Not what you'd expect from Grisham's other works.
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