The Confession
by John Grisham
The Confession by John Grisham holds a well received rating of 3.81 out of 5, based on 41.4K reader ratings. First published in 2010. The book spans 418 pages.
About The Confession
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFirst time in paperbackAn innocent man is about to be executed.Only a guilty man can save him. In 1998, in the small East Texas city of Sloan, Travis Boyette abducted, raped, and strangled a popular high school cheerleader. He buried her body so that it would never be found, then watched in amazement as police and prosecutors arrested and convicted Donté Drumm, a local football star, and marched him off to death row.Now nine years have passed. Travis has just been paroled in Kansas for a different crime; Donté is four days away from his execution. Travis suffers from an inoperable brain tumor. For the first time in his miserable life, he decides to do what’s right and confess. But how can a guilty man convince lawyers, judges, and politicians that they’re about to execute an innocent man?
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | John Grisham |
| Published | 2010 |
| Pages | 418 |
| Genres | Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense |
| Average Rating | 3.81 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 41,389 |
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What genre is The Confession?
The Confession is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Confession worth reading?
Based on 41.4K reader ratings, The Confession has an average score of 3.81 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Confession?
The Confession has 418 pages.
Who wrote The Confession?
The Confession was written by John Grisham. It was first published in 2010.
What is the ISBN for The Confession?
The ISBN-13 for The Confession is 9780385528050.0.
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