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The Whistler
The Whistler | John Grisham
The most corrupt judge in US history. A young investigator with a secret informant. The electrifying new thriller. Lacy Stoltz never expected to be in the firing line. Investigating judicial misconduct by Florida's one thousand judges, her cases so far have been relatively unexciting. That's until she meets Greg Myers, an indicted lawyer with an assumed name, who has an extraordinary tale to tell. Myers is representing a whistle blower who knows of a judge involved in organised crime. Along with her gangster associates this judge has facilitated the building of a casino on an Indian reservation. At least two people who opposed the scheme are dead. Since the casino was built, the judge has made several fortunes off undeclared winnings. She owns property around the world, hires private jets to take her where she wishes, and her secret vaults are overflowing with rare books, art and jewels. No one has a clue what she's been doing - until now. Under Florida law, those who help the state recover illegally acquired assets stand to gain a large percentage of them. Myers and his whistle blower friend could make millions. But first they need Lacy to start an investigation. Is she ready to pit herself against the most corrupt judge in American history, a judge whose associates think nothing of murder?
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TheSpineView
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#Movie2BookRecs @Klou
Movie: Mr. Brooks

Klou Perfect! 3mo
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NatalieR
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I‘ve been a fan of John Grisham since the beginning of his writing career. I remember being in a college classroom and the professor casually talking about Grisham‘s first book, The Firm. In The Whistler, Lacy is a lawyer/investigator of Florida judges. Lacy and her partner, Hugo, are assigned a case involving a judge accused of corruption regarding the development of a casino on Native American land.

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Tamra I‘m loving all the flowers in background pics these days! So refreshing after a long hard winter. 11mo
NatalieR @Tamra 😂 Me too! We deserve all the pretty flowers!! 🌸🌷🌼🪻 11mo
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TamTracy
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Got completely sucked into this crime thriller. Usually these types of books move slowly for me and I lose track of characters etc. That wasn‘t the case with this book. I was all in and loved it. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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geodynamical_nonfiction
The Whistler | John Grisham
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I don‘t ever read fiction so I have nothing to really compare this to, but I liked it. The perfect sized book to bring out and kill 30 minutes. I kept wanting to know how things would play out. I didn‘t realize there was an epilogue and the first chapter of another book at the end, so when the book ended, I was surprised and expecting more.

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geodynamical_nonfiction
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Main characters are female and I‘m enjoying it. An investigation of a judge turns deadly.

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Blueberry
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Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks Pretty cover 🧡📚🖤 2y
Eggs Great book!!! 2y
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CaramelLunacy
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A return to form for Grisham in a lot of ways. We have a determined smart investigator seeking to root out corruption, a complicated conspiracy and a quick plot involving a corrupt judge, Indian casinos and organized crime. Throw a murder or two into the mix and you end up with an enjoyable airplane read.

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WorldsOkayestStepMom
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Bailedbailed

Just wasn't holding my interest.

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Traci1
The Whistler | John Grisham
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Panpan

I think I'm done with John Grisham. He was one of my favorites during his Firm / Pelican Brief era, but after trying a few of his recents, I'm convinced he's lost his mojo. This one was just boring. With the exception of about 20 pages of action and excitement, the book was a snooze-fest. I didnt care what happened or if the bad guys got the comeuppance they deserved. Meh.

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ClairesReads
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A little bit of legal arena, organised crime drama is always guaranteed with Grisham. This one was recommended to my by a student, and hit all the marks I wanted it to. I really enjoyed the background commentary on casinos and their impact (both good and bad) on First Nations communities. My only criticism is that it was a very quick wrap up, but it was a solid read that entertained me over a couple of quiet days.

marleed And such a pretty cat! 3y
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Eggs
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Grisham has not disappointed me yet and probably won‘t in the future. What happens when a judge bends the law or takes a bribe? Investigators look into a Florida judge who has stolen more money than all other crooked judges combined. And not just crooked judges in Florida. All judges, from all states, and throughout United States history.
#bookspinbingo @TheAromaofBooks

TheAromaofBooks Woohoo!!! 3y
Eggs @TheAromaofBooks 🥰🤗🥰 3y
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Luulit
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https://www.luulit.com/product/the-whistler-audible-audiobook-unabridged/

From John Grisham, America‘s number one best-selling author, comes the most electrifying novel of the year, a high-stakes thrill ride through the darkest corners of the Sunshine State.

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MindyK59
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It‘s been a long time since I read a John Grisham book. I wasn‘t sure that I would like this all that much but it held my attention and kept me interested.

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paulareadsallthetime
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Mehso-so

Not one of his best

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Ericalambbrown
The Whistler | John Grisham
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Mehso-so

I‘ve never read or listened to a John Grisham book before. I‘ve seen some of the movies based on his work, so I‘m familiar with him. I listened to this one on Libby for our Friends of the Library meeting that‘s coming up as it was this month‘s book. It was alright. It held my interest since it was a quick read. But it wasn‘t awesome. And it doesn‘t encourage me to seek out his other work.

marleed I‘ve realized I read a lot of female authors. I also like to change up my genres because I get super nitpicks when I read too much of the same type book. I‘ve realized a Grisham is a good book to mix it up. 4y
Ericalambbrown @marleed I typically have at least one fiction and one nonfiction going at the same time. This year I‘ve made a point to focus on female writers that I‘ve never read (that‘s made for a great year!). Would recommend other Grisham books? Like I said this was my first and it was just okay for me. (edited) 4y
marleed @Ericalambbrown I am surrounded by piles of book thrifting options in my new (1.5 year) location. I discovered that thrifting prolific authors for 2 bucks a pop is easy. So in a year, I went from no JG books to over 20! It wasn‘t until this October that I really tackled that stack. I didn‘t love any that I read, but they were something more than a meh. I‘m still thinking about The Street Lawyer. 4y
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marleed
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Working down my Grisham‘s, and this was a good story-driven book. And timely, since it allows me to give a shout out to the intestinal fortitude of whistler-blowers!

I picked this one because the cover matched the month, and I finished it just in time for the Day14 #OrangeAndBlack #ScreamathonPhotoChallenge !

@4thhouseontheleft

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Brenda
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I seem to be spending a lot of time with audiobooks lately. My library has a great selection! Enjoying this one , but looking forward to curling up with books from my TBR pile soon. 🤓

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Allthingsbooks
The Whistler | John Grisham
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Good....enjoyed start to finish...but now his best.

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vonheinrich
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Good

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emilycoc
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Couldn‘t sleep, so I finished this off. Excellent read!

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emilycoc
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Outside my door... picture doesn‘t make it look like there‘s a lot of snow out there but it‘s still coming down! ❄️ and freezing rain expected later... good excuse to do nothing but read! 😁📚

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emilycoc
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A few weeks ago, I got a text from my dad asking if I had read this book. I said no. The next message asked if I wanted this, as they were at a library sale and it was only a few dollars. Of course I jumped at the opportunity for a new read. Thanks Dad!

Jbakesmcgee3 Awww! That‘s so nice! 🥰 5y
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Jnnlb
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Mehso-so

A typical Grisham formula but not his best work

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TheFunkyBookworm
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Thank you @TheReadingMermaid for sending me a copy of this book! I‘m a huge Grisham fan but I haven‘t read this one yet! 💜

Amor4Libros Love Grisham! That was a good one 🙂 6y
CouronneDhiver 😊😊 6y
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BookBridget
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My current daily work commute audio book. Just my 2nd audio book but loving the "company" that an audio book provides.

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JillR
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Mehso-so

This was ok. Good for reading when short of time - I didn‘t have a lot of time this week to get really absorbed in anything. I did feel like it was going through the motions a bit, it didn‘t really grab me, and then it just...ended. Glad I‘ve finished it and can move on!

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JillR
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I confess I enjoy a John Grisham. I‘m a sucker for a courtroom drama, but more so they are “Dad books” for me. They remind me of my dad and the books he read and would often pass on to me. My mum bought me this for Christmas and I thought it‘d get pushed down my pile for a while, but I‘ve been recovering from flu the past few days so a Dad book is just what I need ❤️☺️

Jess7 I hope you feel better soon! 6y
Bookzombie I hope you are feeling better. I totally get this. There are certain books, authors and genres that make me feel connected to my dad too. 💗 6y
JillR Thank you @jess7 @bookzombie :) x 6y
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SandyW
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Mehso-so

I'm not sure if I would have liked this book more as a physical book as opposed to an audio book; I didn't love the narrator. But it was entertaining enough to get me through about two weeks of cooking and cleaning.

The story itself was interesting, but didn't grab me, and the end felt rushed, as if Grisham was just checking off a list to make sure the reader had closure.

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ShookBelf
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Mehso-so

Certainly not as good as his earlier works - this took a lot of getting into. Only about half way through did the pace pick up and then it was a race to the (quite unsatisfactory) end. It seemed as though he got bored himself and just neatly tied everything up. Had the potential to be much better but in the end it was simply disappointing.
#AtY #readathon #legalthriller

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ShookBelf
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Third book for the Around the Year in 52 Books Read-a-thon. #AtY #readathon #legalthriller

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caitlintx
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I am a long time lover of John Grisham, having started reading his books when I was 12, thanks to my dad. I can probably even credit my criminal justice career to him. This book is so good and just a testament to the fact that he is not an author who has sold out to ghostwriters. With a storyline about a corrupt judge and seeming cooperation with everyone around her, this is one you will love to the end. #read2018

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Trace
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Good to be reading Grisham again. You'll love the conspiracy and places the characters go in this book from Northwest Florida to Franklin, NC.

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Blueberry
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I always like John Grisham mysteries but found this one exceptionally good.

#Giveawayfavorites @Liberty

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MaryAnn1
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Another great story from Grisham. I wish it hadn't wrapped up so neatly. I prefer a grisly end. What's wrong with me?

No_One Nothing's wrong with you! ? I usually equate grisly ends with "reality" and then I wonder why I want my books to be so realistic when I'm supposed to be reading them as an escape from reality. ? 6y
MaryAnn1 @No_One , EXACTLY!! Thank you for so eloquently articulating how I feel.💕 6y
No_One @MaryAnn1 and I am glad I'm not the only one living this dilemma! 😊 6y
SilversReviews Love these. 6y
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MoMogrl
The Whistler | John Grisham
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I'm a sucker for legal thrillers and Grisham in particular so this is an easy pick for me. I needed a quick read and got it.

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MoMogrl
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Someone has decided that I have done enough reading today and it's time for me to give him attention. #catsoflitsy

Libby1 😻 6y
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MoMogrl
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After the stress of having to buy a car unexpectedly I can finally actually start my vacation. Perfect beginning with a book and coffee.

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BBooks
The Whistler | John Grisham

First Grisham book I have read, I'm guessing not his best.... "he was urgently arrested." ?

ReadingSusan Pretty par for the course 🤣 7y
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Blueberry
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1. 4th photo - OMG, these sandwiches were so good ♡
2. Book recommendation - The Whistler
3. Current weather - HOT, HOT, HOT
4. The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto
5. Labor Day weekend plans - bridal shower shopping for daughter.
@MinDea

DebbieGrillo Did you make those sandwiches? 7y
DebbieGrillo Recipe? 7y
Blueberry here is a recipe very close. Mine didn't have worchestshire but did have garlic in the drizzle. I got the recipe from Better Homes & Garden One-pan recipes (on the newstand now). They had some different kinds as well. http://www.thecomfortofcooking.com/2014/06/baked-ham-and-swiss-sliders.html 7y
Debiw781 Oh my!! Yummy!! 7y
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Blueberry
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1. The Whistler
2. No, it needs to breathe :)
3. 91 F, feels hotter.
4. Pirates
5. Trying :)
@NataliePatalie

@jess.how #friYAYintro

Sace Number 2 😂 7y
Debiw781 It needs to breathe 😂😂😂 7y
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Blueberry
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Love it when the good guys always win. I'm still recooperating from the nonfiction The Innocent Man, also by John Grisham.

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hart85
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Omg I havent been in the mood to read......😵 i hope this feeling go away fast #readersblockIguess

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Cinfhen
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After being away for 10 days I came home to awesome #bookmail 📚my stack to bring back with me is ridiculous 😳🙄😬#BookOutlet #GoodReadsGiveaway

DebinHawaii Wow! Nice stack! 📚👍 7y
CrowCAH Great haul! 📚 7y
ReadingEnvy Oh I wish I'd snagged My Father's Paradise as it's on my borders list. 7y
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Mimi28 Awesome!! 😍😍 7y
readordierachel Nice! 👍 7y
Cortg I LOVED Running with Scissors! 7y
Cinfhen Thanks friends @ReadOrDieRachel @Mimi28 @DebinHawaii @CrowCAH I've been wanting to read so many of these memoirs @Cortg @KCorter @ReadingEnvy 7y
emilyhaldi 😂😂 is it time to buy an additional suitcase yet? 7y
Reggie Running with Scissors is all the more nutso because it's true!!!!!! But I loved it. Lol nice haul. 7y
blondie Running With Scissors is so amazing ♡ 7y
Cinfhen The extra suitcases have been bought @emilyhaldi there wasn't any other way! #BookNerdProblems 7y
Cinfhen I'm moving Running up my list @Leftcoastzen @Reggie @blondie It seems to have lots of #LitsyLove❤️ 7y
LauraBeth Count me in as a Running With Scissors superfan! 7y
Gilapfeffer Running with Scissors is one of my faves. 7y
Cinfhen Love seeing your comments @Gilapfeffer 😘glad to know Running is on your superfan list @LauraBeth 😻‼️ 7y
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hart85
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hart85
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Currently reading away

DebinHawaii Welcome to Litsy!! 🎉📚👍😀 Hope you enjoy it here! 7y
hart85 Thanks I definitely knw I will 💕 7y
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ptkpepe98
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I zipped through this, and it was a nice, easy read. A few surprises, and a few things that I didn't think were important, or, if they were supposed to be, weren't fully developed. So my favorite Grisham, "A Time To Kill," is in no danger of being replaced. He's spoiled me, I guess. Or I've just gotten jaded...

4⭐

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Chewyauthor
The Whistler | John Grisham

Almost bought this today! Has anyone read this? 📚 #johngrisham #newrelease #thewhistler #thethriller #HYRT #Haveyoureadthis #litsynewbie #follow

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Cortg
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Mehso-so

I read Grisham's first 4 or 5 books when he first came out, then they all started reading too similar for me. I read Calico Joe a few years ago because I love baseball, but this has been my first Grisham in a long time. It was a book club pick and I thought it was ok. The characters didn't do a whole lot for me but the story was't bad.