rasha_reads 's review for:

The Exchange by John Grisham

2.75

mysterious tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

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I was really excited when I heard that this was a follow up to “The Firm” but it seems that I set my expectations too high.

Once I started reading, it took about 80 pages for the plot to start developing but once it did, it took off like a shot. And then, it ended. Badly.

Without giving too much away, there were certain hints of the past in the current plot that went nowhere and the whole thing ended up revolving around how a ransom is paid. 

All in all, too many questions and potential plot points left dangling and unanswered. I was let down. This was not one of his better novels. Better plot next time please JG!

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Violence