The Boys from Biloxi

A Legal Thriller

De: John Grisham

Narrado por: 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.

©2022 Doubleday (P)2022 Random House Audio

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.

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.

Grisham is the Best Storyteller !!

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

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.

Loved the book

This book held my interest all the way through. This author never disappoints the reader. I look forward to his next book!

My Opinion

I always enjoy John Grisham stories from Mississippi. I recommend this to anybody who likes a good mystery.

Should have been shorter

The pace picked up in the last third of the book. It was a struggle at times to keep going. Still more engaging than most authors.

Good Read

Learned a lot about the Dixie mafia and the sin industry on Mississippi gulf coast.

Love Grisham

Grisham knows how to set up and tell a story using his legal background. Love the courtroom stories!! Simple truth was one of my favorites.