The Reckoning – John Grisham

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In The Reckoning, John Grisham delves into a chilling mystery that shakes the heart of a small Southern town. Set in 1946, the novel follows Pete Banning, a revered World War II hero and respected community figure in Clanton, Mississippi. One morning, Banning walks into the town’s church and shoots his pastor, Reverend Dexter Bell, without explanation. Despite the shock of the crime, Pete offers no motive, refusing to speak to anyone, including his family, lawyers, and the court.

Grisham masterfully unravels the mystery through a gripping tale that spans from the brutal realities of the Jim Crow South to the battlefields of the Philippines. With his signature mix of legal drama, historical depth, and Southern Gothic storytelling, The Reckoning explores the secrets that drive a man to kill and the haunting consequences of his silence.