The Summons
by John Grisham
The Summons by John Grisham holds a well received rating of 3.68 out of 5, based on 53.3K reader ratings. First published in 2002. The book spans 384 pages.
About The Summons
Ray Atlee is a professor of law at the University of Virginia. He's forty-three, newly single, and still enduring the aftershocks of a surprise divorce. He has a younger brother, Forrest, who redefines the notion of a family's black sheep.And he has a father, a very sick old man who lives alone in the ancestral home in Clanton, Mississippi. He is known to all as Judge Atlee, a beloved and powerful official who has towered over local law and politics for forty years. No longer on the bench, the Judge has withdrawn to the Atlee mansion and become a recluse.With the end in sight, Judge Atlee issues a summons for both sons to return home to Clanton, to discuss the details of his estate. It is typed by the Judge himself, on his handsome old stationery, and gives the date and time for Ray and Forrest to appear in his study.Ray reluctantly heads south, to his hometown, to the place where he grew up, which he prefers now to avoid. But the family meeting does not take place. The Judge dies too soon, and in doing so leaves behind a shocking secret known only to Ray.And perhaps someone else.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | John Grisham |
| Published | 2002 |
| Pages | 384 |
| Kindle Price | $8.99 |
| Genres | Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.68 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 53,304 |
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What genre is The Summons?
The Summons is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Summons worth reading?
Based on 53.3K reader ratings, The Summons has an average score of 3.68 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Summons?
The Summons has 384 pages.
Who wrote The Summons?
The Summons was written by John Grisham. It was first published in 2002.
What is the ISBN for The Summons?
The ISBN-13 for The Summons is 9780385339600.0.
How much does The Summons cost on Kindle?
The Summons is available on Kindle for $8.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.
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