Rating: 
Summary: Readable But Disappointing
Review: As a long time Grisham fan I was pleased to finally have the chance to pick up THE BRETHREN. I had heard quite a few negative remarks about the book, but none of his past work had failed to deliver so I was optimistic that this would do the same. Unfortunatly, here Grisham's streak of success has come to an end.THE BRETHREN has a fascinating idea at its core. The scam that the Brethren execute, its implications, as well as the presidential sub-plot, are all good seed for a solid page-turner. But THE BRETHREN has a fatal flaw in its soil: the lack of a true hero. There is no single person in the story whom the reader is able to sympathize with, care about, latch onto, or root for. As a result, half way through the book I found myself continuing to read not because I cared about anyone but only to see how Grisham would resolve the conflict. And that brings us to the book's second flaw: the resolution is utterly disappointing. When I finished the story I actually set it down and said to myself "that's it?" In the end, THE BRETHREN is readable. Grisham's writing moves along at a good pace and he does throw in some solid hooks every now and then. But its flaws are much too grave and eventually suck away any momentum that Grisham is able to build. THE BRETHREN replaces THE RUNAWAY JURY as my least favorite of Mr. Grisham's books, and does so by a wide margin. If you're a fan of his you'll probably want to complete your collection with this purchase, but otherwise do yourself a favor and buy THE TESTAMENT or THE PARTNER. Two and a half stars.
Rating: 
Summary: The Ending dropped this from a 5 to a 4
Review: This was my first Grisham Novel...not bad and definitely a page turner. I finished this book in record time and was thoroughly involved throughout. I would have like to have seen more twists in the end. There were a few characters that I thought could have been developed more and gave the reader a "gotcha" in the end.
Rating: 
Summary: Who are you and what have you done with John Grisham?!
Review: Ugh. What a dissapointment. Who's the protagonist anyway? You'll never see this one on the silver screen. And the end really, I mean really blows. Grisham should quit pumping out novels, take his time, and maybe come back with something like his first three.
Rating: 
Summary: Decline in quality
Review: I've been a big fan of John Grisham since The Firm. I've read all his books, but by the time The Testament came around I have to admit he's lost steam. The Brethern is even worth. If you've read any of Grisham's previous books and want to read this one out of royalty, expect to be disappointed.
Rating: 
Summary: What's with these people who review this book badly?
Review: I can't see why everyone is reviewing the book so badly. I thoroughly enjoyed the book. I enjoyed it just as much as every other Grisham book. Grisham is an absolute master.
Rating:
Summary: Watching Grass Grow
Review: This book sucked. Grisham appears to have gotten bored with writing and this book displays his boredom to all the world. The idea was good, but he could have done so much more with it. I kept thinking it would get better, but it didn't. Then I thought that it would at least climax at the end... but no... the book ended and I closed it and found I didn't care one way or another. Don't bother with it. It isn't The Firm, and it definitaly isn't A Time to Kill. If you haven't read Grisham, buy those two and forget about the others (well, The Client is OK too), especially this one.
Rating:
Summary: Excellent
Review: This was a page turner. I could not guess the ending. Highly recommend.
Rating:
Summary: Turned off Grisham
Review: My husband and I have both previously awaited the release of a Grisham novel. While disappointed with The Testament, we still decided to give The Brethern a try. What a mistake. I can't think of a book that I've read recently that I have liked less. No more Grisham buyers in this household.
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Summary: once again grish, you've managed to put me to sleep..
Review: i've bailed out on this piece of crap book. this book serves as good bedtime cure for insomnia. just like your last book grish, you started this one off at a nice quick pace. and unfortunately, also like the last book (testament), you forgot how to hit the brakes at the top of the mountain, then buckle us up for the exciting ride down the mountain. that's what's missing.. the ride down the mountain should be fast, precise and breathtaking. so, i've given up on this weak book (just like the testament), but don't feel bad grish, cause i still adore you. in the meantime, hang in there with my one star, and um, go take a cold shower. maybe, that'll snap you outta this mean streak.
Rating:
Summary: best
Review: I've read them all, and this was is my favorite.
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