Where to start with John Grisham
Begin with A Time to Kill, the author’s first published novel, which introduces his signature blend of legal drama and social themes. It stands as a foundational work in Grisham’s career and offers a clear entry point into his storytelling style. After A Time to Kill, proceed with the publication order of the standalone novels, which are listed in the catalog. For readers interested in series, begin with Theodore Boone: The Accomplice, the first book in the Theodore Boone series, published in 2010. The Camino series begins with Camino Island, released in 2017. Follow each series in publication order to maintain chronological progression. All titles mentioned are confirmed in the catalog and available in the collection.
Series by John Grisham
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Buy on Amazon1989 · John Grisham
A Time to Kill is a 1989 legal thriller and the debut novel by American author John Grisham. It was initially rejected by many publishers before…
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Buy on Amazon2013 · John Grisham
Returning to the courthouse in Clanton from A Time to Kill, Jake Brigance is embroiled in another controversial trial exposing old racial tensions.…
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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Jake Brigance is back! The hero of A Time to Kill, one of the most popular novels of our time, returns in a “riveting”…
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Buy on Amazon2010 · John Grisham
Theodore Boone: The Accused is the third book in the Theodore Boone series by John Grisham, written for young adult readers aged 8 to 13. It follows…
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Theodore Boone is an eighth-grade boy and the son of two attorneys. He has a deep interest in the law. His friend vanishes from her bedroom in the…
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The fourth book in the series follows aspiring lawyer Theodore Boone as he takes the stand to defend his political and environmental freedoms. Set in…
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2015 · John Grisham
Theodore Boone: The Fugitive is the fifth book in the Theodore Boone series written by John Grisham. It was released on May 12, 2015. (Summary…
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2016 · John Grisham
Theodore Boone: The Scandal is the sixth book in the Theodore Boone series, written by John Grisham. It was published on May 10, 2016. The novel…
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2017 · John Grisham
Camino Island is a crime fiction thriller written by John Grisham and published on June 6, 2017, by Doubleday. It marks a shift for Grisham, as it…
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As Bruce Cable's Bay Books prepares for author Mercer Mann's return, Hurricane Leo veers toward the island, prompting a mandatory evacuation that…
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Camino Ghosts is a 2024 book by John Grisham. It is book 3 of the series Camino.
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Frequently asked questions
How many books has John Grisham written?
We list 39 books by John Grisham across 3 series, published between 1989–2025 — each shown in full reading order.
What order should I read John Grisham's books?
Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “A Time to Kill.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.
Where can I buy John Grisham's books?
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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.