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 The Reckoning

 “#1 New York Times Bestseller”

 It was a crisp October morning in 1946, and the small town of Clanton, Mississippi was buzzing with anticipation. Pete Banning, a beloved figure in the community, was about to travel down a road that would forever change the course of his life. Known as the town’s favorite son, Pete was a war hero, a respected farmer, and a devoted family man. He had always been a pillar of strength and integrity, a man who could be counted on in times of need. But on that fateful day, everything would unravel in a shocking turn of events.

Pete’s actions that morning sent shockwaves through the tight-knit community. No one could believe that their beloved hero could be capable of such a heinous crime. As the news spread like wildfire, whispers filled the air, and speculation ran rampant. What could have driven Pete to commit such an act? The answer remained a mystery, as Pete refused to utter a single word about the incident. His silence only deepened the intrigue and fueled the curiosity of those around him.

In his latest novel, “The Reckoning,” acclaimed author John Grisham takes readers on a gripping journey through time and place. From the segregated South of the Jim Crow era to the battlefields of World War II in the Philippines, Grisham weaves a tale that is as captivating as it is thought-provoking. As the story unfolds, secrets are unearthed, and the truth behind Pete’s shocking crime slowly comes to light. With his trademark blend of legal suspense and Southern Gothic storytelling, Grisham keeps readers on the edge of their seats, eagerly turning each page to uncover the ultimate reckoning.

 The Legendary John Grisham

With an impressive track record of forty-seven consecutive #1 bestsellers, John Grisham has solidified his position as one of the most successful authors of our time. His captivating stories have transcended language barriers, as his works have been translated into nearly fifty languages worldwide. Among his recent literary triumphs are The Judge’s List, Sooley, and the highly anticipated third installment of the Jake Brigance series, A Time for Mercy. The popularity of this latest novel has caught the attention of HBO, who are currently developing it into a limited series. Grisham’s ability to consistently gain audiences with his thrilling narratives is truly remarkable.

“John Grisham is the master of legal fiction, and his latest starts with a literal bang — and then travels backward through the horrors of war to explore what makes a hero, what makes a villain, and how thin the line between the two might be.”
—Jodi Picoult, #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Spark of Light and Small Great Things

“In this saga of love and war, John Grisham has given us a sprawling and engrossing story about a southern family, a global conflict, and the kinds of secrets that can shape all of us.  From the courtrooms and jails of rural Mississippi to the war-torn Pacific, Grisham spins a tale that is at once entertaining and illuminating.”
—Jon Meacham, New York Times bestselling author of The Soul of America

“When a master of storytelling and suspense takes on one of the most wrenching stories in history, the result is a book that will break your heart, set your blood pumping and your mind racing, and leave you gasping for breath by the final page. I’m still trying to recover from The Reckoning.”     
–Candice Millard, New York Times bestselling author of The River of Doubt and Destiny of the Republic

“The quest for justice is only the beginning in this Southern family saga…Grisham does so much more this time around.”
—Associated Press

“John Grisham is not only the master of suspense but also an acute observer of the human condition. And these remarkable skills converge in The Reckoning—an original, gripping, penetrating novel that may be his greatest work yet.”
—David Grann, New York Times bestselling author of Killers of the Flower Moon