by John Grisham
First published 2013
When a heated political debate divides Strattenburg, aspiring attorney Theodore Boone gets swept up in the chaos. Uncovering shady backroom deals, Theo must risk everything to expose the truth and protect his community. As the battle lines are drawn, this young hero faces his biggest challenge yet - and the future of his beloved town hangs in the balance.
Genres: contemporary, mystery-thriller, activism, legal-thriller
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: underdog, whistleblower
289 pages · Hardcover · Dutton Books for Young Readers