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John Grisham

The Runaway Jury

If you enjoyed the courtroom drama and legal thrills of the Jake Brigance series, you'll love 'The Runaway Jury'. This Grisham novel follows the high-stakes trial of a tobacco company, where a corrupt jury consultant will stop at nothing to manipulate the outcome. A young couple, with their own secrets, become key players in the trial, and the result is a gripping tale of justice, power, and deception.

John Grisham

The Firm

Another Grisham classic, 'The Firm' tells the story of a young lawyer, Mitch McDeere, who joins a prestigious law firm only to discover its dark secrets. As he navigates the firm's treacherous waters, Mitch finds himself pursued by both the FBI and the firm's ruthless partners. If you enjoyed the suspense and intrigue of the Jake Brigance series, you'll find 'The Firm' to be a thrilling and engaging read.

John Grisham

A Time to Kill

While technically the first book in the Jake Brigance series, 'A Time to Kill' is a standalone novel that showcases Grisham's talent for crafting gripping legal dramas. The story follows Jake Brigance as he defends a black father who takes justice into his own hands after his daughter is brutally raped by two white men. This powerful and thought-provoking novel explores themes of race, justice, and morality, making it a great choice for fans of the Jake Brigance series.

John Grisham

The Pelican Brief

In 'The Pelican Brief', Grisham delivers a high-stakes legal thriller that centers around two Supreme Court justices who are assassinated in a shocking and brutal attack. Law student Darby Shaw uncovers a conspiracy behind the murders and writes a brief outlining her findings. When her brief falls into the wrong hands, Darby finds herself on the run from a shadowy organization determined to silence her. If you enjoyed the intrigue and suspense of the Jake Brigance series, you'll find 'The Pelican Brief' to be a riveting read.

Scott Turow

Presumed Innocent

If you're looking for a legal thriller that explores the complexities of the human psyche, look no further than 'Presumed Innocent'. The novel follows prosecutor Rusty Sabich as he becomes the prime suspect in the murder of his colleague and former lover. As the trial unfolds, Rusty must confront his own demons and unravel a web of secrets that threaten to destroy his life. Fans of the Jake Brigance series will appreciate the intricate plotting and moral ambiguity of 'Presumed Innocent'.

Michael Connelly

The Lincoln Lawyer

In 'The Lincoln Lawyer', defense attorney Mickey Haller takes on a high-profile case that forces him to confront his own demons. As he works to defend a wealthy client accused of murder, Haller discovers that the truth is far more complicated than it seems. Fans of the Jake Brigance series will enjoy the fast-paced plotting and courtroom drama of 'The Lincoln Lawyer', as well as the complex and morally ambiguous protagonist.

John Grisham

The Client

'The Client' is a gripping legal thriller that centers around a young boy who witnesses a mobster's suicide. When the boy refuses to reveal the mobster's secrets, he and his family become targets of a ruthless assassin. Enter Reggie Love, a fiery and determined lawyer who takes on the case and fights to protect her clients at all costs. If you enjoyed the suspense and high-stakes drama of the Jake Brigance series, you'll find 'The Client' to be a thrilling and engaging read.

Robert Dugoni

The Jury Master

If you're looking for a legal thriller that explores the inner workings of the jury selection process, look no further than 'The Jury Master'. The novel follows attorney David Sloane as he takes on a high-stakes case that forces him to confront the dark secrets of his past. As he works to uncover the truth, Sloane discovers that the jury selection process is far more complicated and dangerous than he ever imagined. Fans of the Jake Brigance series will appreciate the intricate plotting and courtroom drama of 'The Jury Master'.

Barry Reed

The Verdict

'The Verdict' is a classic legal thriller that tells the story of a down-on-his-luck lawyer, Frank Galvin, who takes on a medical malpractice case that could be his last chance at redemption. As the trial unfolds, Galvin discovers that the hospital and the Catholic Church will stop at nothing to cover up their mistakes. If you enjoyed the courtroom drama and moral ambiguity of the Jake Brigance series, you'll find 'The Verdict' to be a powerful and thought-provoking read.

John Grisham

The Associate

In 'The Associate', Grisham delivers a legal thriller that explores the dark side of corporate America. The novel follows a young lawyer, Kyle McAvoy, who is forced to go undercover at a powerful law firm in order to uncover a dangerous secret. As he navigates the treacherous waters of corporate law, McAvoy finds himself pursued by both the firm's ruthless partners and a shadowy organization with its own agenda. Fans of the Jake Brigance series will appreciate the intricate plotting and moral ambiguity of 'The Associate'.

John Grisham

The Partner

In 'The Partner', Grisham delivers a legal thriller that centers around a disbarred lawyer, Patrick Lanigan, who fakes his own death and disappears with millions of dollars in stolen money. When his former law firm discovers that Lanigan is still alive, they hire a ruthless investigator to track him down and bring him to justice. If you enjoyed the suspense and intrigue of the Jake Brigance series, you'll find 'The Partner' to be a thrilling and engaging read.