Rogue Lawyer

A Novel

By: John Grisham

Narrated by: Mark Deakins

Length: 11 hrs and 18 mins

Publisher's summary

On the right side of the law. Sort of.

Sebastian Rudd is not your typical street lawyer. He works out of a customized bulletproof van, complete with Wi-Fi, a bar, a small fridge, fine leather chairs, a hidden gun compartment, and a heavily armed driver. He has no firm, no partners, no associates, and only one employee: his driver, who's also his bodyguard, law clerk, confidant, and golf caddy. He lives alone in a small but extremely safe penthouse apartment, and his primary piece of furniture is a vintage pool table. He drinks small-batch bourbon and carries a gun.

Sebastian defends people other lawyers won't go near: a drug-addled, tattooed kid rumored to be in a satanic cult, who is accused of molesting and murdering two little girls; a vicious crime lord on death row; a homeowner arrested for shooting at a SWAT team that mistakenly invaded his house. Why these clients? Because he believes everyone is entitled to a fair trial, even if he, Sebastian, has to cheat to secure one. He hates injustice and doesn't like insurance companies, banks, or big corporations; he distrusts all levels of government and laughs at the justice system's notions of ethical behavior.

Sebastian Rudd is one of John Grisham's most colorful, outrageous, and vividly drawn characters yet. Gritty, witty, and impossible to put down, Rogue Lawyer showcases the master of the legal thriller at his very best.

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Far from Grisham's best

I've listened to all of Grisham's books. I'm not certain I'll listen to the next one. The Rogue Lawyer is just an average book and not up to previous Grisham novels. It's not that it is bad, it's just not that good. It did not captivate me or surprise me with plot twists. It's passable, but far from Grisham's best.

Only if you like short stories

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

This to me is a compilation of short stories, with overused plots and a thin thread of a story connecting a couple. The editors did not even bother eliminate the obvious repetition of introductory type facts that were irrelevant to a single book. Grisham or not, I am disappointed. But how many Firms, Rainmaker, King of Torts, Pelican Briefs, etc. does a single person have in him? Most of his stuff I read and re(watch)read.

Could you see Rogue Lawyer being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

Never

Highly DISAPPOINTED

I was so looking forward to a new Grisham novel - sad to say I'll have to continue "looking forward to...." This one just doesn't meet my Grisham past experiences - just a big letdown

:(

A series of short stories rather than a crime novel, the book is not up to Grisham's usual quality

This was an enjoyable listen but it lacked a plot-line. It felt like a series of short stories about a profoundly unethical lawyer, the only "plot" being the series of trade-offs he makes between the cases within them.

Being a Grisham novel, little time was spent on examining morality of any of this..

Enjoyable

An interesting and different type of lawyer, that you shake your head at sometimes. Very colourful and thought provoking

Intriguing, diversity within at its best!

Yet another battery of creative courtroom scenarios by America's greatest story teller, Honorable John Grisham!

Anotrher hit fro Grisham

Would you consider the audio edition of Rogue Lawyer to be better than the print version?

I think the production value is good. So many times all of us are way too busy to sit down and read a book no matter how good it might be. Audio books allow us to become immersed in the story and the characters from almost where ever you are. I always listen while I am driving because it makes the trip or commute more exciting

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

Grisham has a way for delivering intrigue and even unexpected mystery.

What does Mark Deakins bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

He is not my favorite Grisham narrator but he is okay and did a good job with this book.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

"For The Defense"

Any additional comments?

Unlike Patricia Cornwell and other favorites, Grisham is very thorough in his writing and doesn't pound out novel after novel without any real substance . Each novel is thoroughly researched and you end up having a kindred connection to the main player.

Fun book, easy listen

The book was filled with humor (some dark), while also including some action and story telling.

Not bad

Would you try another book from John Grisham and/or Mark Deakins?

Yes I would try another. The book was better than the average book I read.

Was Rogue Lawyer worth the listening time?

It was better than average.

love it

love Grisham he never disappoints. great story line. I hope he is working on a next story