Title: The Boys from Biloxi Author: John Grisham Synopsis: In this legal thriller, John Grisham takes readers on a journey to the Gulf Coast of Mississippi, where a gripping story of justice, friendship, and long-buried secrets unfolds. The novel centers around a group of childhood friends, now in their late 50s, who grew up together in Biloxi, Mississippi. The story's protagonist, Michael Papandrea, is a successful lawyer in Washington, D.C., who receives a mysterious phone call from his old friend, Henry Vanguard, urging him to return to Biloxi immediately. Upon his arrival, Michael learns that Henry has been accused of murdering a powerful and corrupt local judge, Victor Lenna. As Michael delves into the case, he uncovers a web of corruption and a decades-old conspiracy involving the judge and several prominent families in Biloxi. The boys from Biloxi, including Michael, Henry, and their friends, find themselves entangled in a dangerous game as they possess knowledge of a dark secret that could expose the truth behind the murder. Grisham explores themes of loyalty, justice, and the impact of the past on the present. The book showcases the power of friendship and the lengths to which people will go to protect their own. As the trial proceeds, Michael must confront his own past and make difficult choices to ensure that justice prevails, even if it means putting himself and his friends at risk. The Boys from Biloxi is a captivating legal drama that keeps readers engaged until the very end, as Grisham masterfully weaves together elements of mystery, suspense, and the complexities of the legal system.