I was totally sucked in to the narrative from the first page and found it difficult to put the book down! For me, it contained all the elements of an expertly fashioned and totally believable crime story with a political sub-plot. In no way spoiling the plot, the main characters are two ex-high court judges and a disgraced Justice of the Peace who are serving lengthy sentences in a federal prison in Florida. With the help of a bent lawyer, they place advertisements in a contact magazine and pose as young men wishing to become 'pen pals' with older men.
At the same time they are busy writing their letters, a country is going to the polls to elect a new President.
A piece of American junk mail arrived fortuitously in the post box this week so I thought a collage would best depict this very enjoyable book. The fingerprints, letter (written in block capitals), SWM (single white male) and postage stamps with election badges set the scene for a great read.
Thanks for stopping by and I do hope you will check out all the other reviews at Darcy's Art-and-Sole and thank you for your lovely comments.
Great collage I keep going back for another look there is so much to see, Finger prints are a clever touch. Sounds like a good read too.
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Never read one of these books. Certainly sounds fast pace from the review. Loving the art work, collage is cool happy ARC Dxx
ReplyDeleteI have read a number of John Grisham's books and have enjoyed each one. I haven't read this one though. Your collage is terrific and very creative, Janet.
ReplyDeleteThis is not in the genre I like but it still reads as an interesting book. Great junk mail art! :)
ReplyDeleteFascinating collage!
ReplyDeleteGreat collage, there's Art everywhere, even in the junkmail! ♥
ReplyDeleteI like John Grisham, it's been a while since I read one of his books. Might pick one up next time! Thanks! :)
Now that sounds a truly unusual story line! Your junk mail collage it fabulous, and perfect for your book review :D XXX
ReplyDeleteGrisham does have a way of grabbing you into the drama...your collage has so many fantastic elements perfect for this review.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your lovely comment on my blog, dear Janet. I do hope that spring has come to the northern part of Scotland and you are seeing some flowers blooming at last. Have a wonderful weekend.
ReplyDeleteI've read pretty well all of Grisham's books including this one. They are good easy and fast paced books for a journey or holiday, and I remember this one was not disappointing. Your artwork collage is great, summing up elements of the story. I like the fingerprints idea and the clever touch of using block capitals for the letter.
ReplyDeleteI was super impressed with both your review and your wonderful collage. The fingerprints were a clever addition that seemed to bring it all together. I've read several of Grisham's books, but have never heard of this one. Now I'm truly intrigued.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by my review earlier in the month. Sorry I'm late getting here. I would gladly take your advice to burn my April book if only I owned it. However, I borrowed it from a friend and she already has it back in her possession. What she does with it is hard to tell, but I can only hope she never makes anything from that book for ME!!
Interesting collage...perfect for the book you described. Sounds like a good one...
ReplyDeleteBeautiful collage! So much to see and so appropriate for the book. I'm not a Grisham fan but we have all his books as hubby is...perhaps I should give them a try - I loved your review.
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Great collage, I love it when I can use junk mail. Your book sounds quite gritty, sign of an excellent book when you are sucked in from the start.
ReplyDeleteI love Grisham's prose. His stories have color, soul and lessons that are taught so expertly that the reader doesn't mind (or notices) the teaching. Great choice!
ReplyDeleteThe collage makes me want to touch it. It tells it's own story ;-)
Fantastic collage, and from your review, I am pretty sure this is a rare Grisham that I haven't already read, I will have to add it to my list, thank you! :)
ReplyDeleteLove your collage, there is so much to look at and it obviously depicts your book well. Lots of intrigue and a gripping read.
ReplyDeleteI don't think I've read this John Grisham book - in fact I haven't read one of his in a while but perhaps I'll return to some of his books. Love your artwork and all the collage elements in it. x
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