The Pelican Brief

by John Grisham

First published 1992

When two Supreme Court Justices turn up dead, brilliant law student Darby Shaw pens a speculative brief that delves into the shocking truth behind their murders. Chased by hired killers, Darby must team up with dogged reporter Gray Grantham to uncover the conspiracy before they, too, are silenced for good. A high-stakes game of cat and mouse that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

Genres: suspense, mystery, political-thriller, legal-thriller

Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking

Tropes: cat-and-mouse, high-stakes, unlikely-allies

Setting: Caribbean, Louisiana, New Orleans, Tulane University, Washington D.C., White House

436 pages · Paperback · Island

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