The Boys from Biloxi

A Legal Thriller

By: John Grisham

Narrated by: Michael Beck

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From “a legal literary legend” (USA Today) comes a gripping thriller of two childhood friends who find themselves on opposite sides of the law as adults, with all of John Grisham’s trademark twists and turns.

For most of the last hundred years, Biloxi was known for its beaches, resorts, and seafood industry. But it had a darker side. It was also notorious for corruption and vice, everything from gambling, prostitution, bootleg liquor, and drugs to contract killings. The vice was controlled by small cabal of mobsters, many of them rumored to be members of the Dixie Mafia.

Keith Rudy and Hugh Malco grew up in Biloxi in the sixties and were childhood friends, as well as Little League all-stars. But as teenagers, their lives took them in different directions. Keith’s father became a legendary prosecutor, determined to “clean up the Coast.” Hugh’s father became the “Boss” of Biloxi’s criminal underground. Keith went to law school and followed in his father’s footsteps. Hugh preferred the nightlife and worked in his father’s clubs. The two families were headed for a showdown—one that would ultimately happen in a courtroom.

Life itself hangs in the balance in The Boys from Biloxi, a sweeping saga rich with history and with a large cast of unforgettable characters.

Critic reviews

Praise for the novels of John Grisham

“John Grisham is about as good a storyteller as we’ve got in the United States these days.”—The New York Times Book Review

“In all of Grisham’s best books . . . the reader gets good company, a vigorous runaround and . . . a bit of a legal education.”—Janet Maslin, The New York Times

“Grisham’s books are smart, imaginative, and funny, populated by complex, interesting people.”—The Washington Post

“The law, by its nature, creates drama, and a new Grisham promises us an inside look at the dirty machineries of process and power, with plenty of entertainment.”—Los Angeles Times

“John Grisham owns the legal thriller.” —The Denver Post

Another good story from John Grisham

Not the edge of your seat "legal thriller" I think a lot of people expected. That said, it is another well crafted story from John Grisham. I like Michael Beck's narration.

Grisham is the Best Storyteller !!

There’s only room for 5 stars. The book deserves many more Best read of the year!

another great tale from Grisham

full circle. the history brought out is fascinating and the story never slows down. I am so happy to have listened.

Another great Grisham book

I’m from the Gulf Coast so much if the description of the area was familiar and spot on. And, although a story, the people were also spot on. Well done Mr Grisham. Also Michel Beck is one of my favorite readers.

A friend suggested

Years ago I loved Grisham first novel, but fell out later as I felt it was becoming formulaic . A friend recommended and I came back , I very much enjoyed the entirety of the project.