The Partner by John Grisham

The Partner by John Grisham

Patrick Lanigan was a successful lawyer with a seemingly perfect life—until he faked his own death, stole ninety million dollars from his corrupt law firm, and vanished. Four years later, after building a new identity in Brazil, his past violently catches up. Tracked down by relentless private investigators hired by his vengeful former partners, Lanigan is captured. What follows is a tense, high-stakes international chase as he desperately fights extradition to the United States. Back on home soil, he faces not only serious criminal charges but also the fury of powerful, dangerous people he deceived. John Grisham masterfully weaves a gripping tale of legal intrigue, elaborate betrayal, and calculated revenge, as Lanigan, with his life hanging in the balance, must outsmart the formidable forces closing in on him from every side in this fast-paced, twist-filled thriller.

Why You’ll Love This Book

He faked his death, stole ninety million dollars, and vanished—but now they've found him. Join Patrick Lanigan in a desperate, high-stakes global chase as he battles extradition and eludes powerful enemies. John Grisham delivers a masterclass in legal intrigue and relentless suspense, packed with twists that will keep you guessing. (Intrigued by the high-stakes legal intrigue and relentless international suspense? Deepen your reading with our expert guides: From the Wild West to Bangkok: 6 New Adventures in Reading and Cozy vs. Hard-Boiled: A Definitive Breakdown of the Mystery Subgenre).