58 pages • 1 hour read
John GrishamThe Boys from Biloxi
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Boys from Biloxi by John Grisham tells the story of two men, Hugh Malco and Keith Rudy, childhood friends whose lives diverge as one becomes a criminal and the other a district attorney dedicated to eradicating crime. Their fathers, Croatian immigrants, represent opposite sides of the law, propelling their sons into a dramatic and deadly confrontation. The novel addresses topics including violence, sexual violence, sex work, gambling, and capital punishment.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Boys from Biloxi by John Grisham weaves a compelling legal drama set in a vibrant Gulf Coast town. Reviewers praise its rich characterization and vivid depiction of Biloxi's cultural backdrop. Some critique its pacing and predictability. Overall, it's celebrated for its engaging narrative and meticulous detail, appealing especially to Grisham's fans.
Who Should Read The Boys from Biloxi?
Readers who enjoy legal thrillers and complex character-driven narratives, akin to those found in John Grisham's own The Firm and Michael Connelly's The Lincoln Lawyer, will likely appreciate The Boys from Biloxi. This novel's intricate plotting and southern setting also make it appealing to fans of Greg Iles's Natom Bayou.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Historical Fiction
Crime / Legal
Values/Ideas: Justice & Injustice
Values/Ideas: Loyalty & Betrayal
Values/Ideas: Power & Greed