Camino Island : A Novel by John Grisham (2018, Trade Paperback)

Description: “Camino Island” is a crime fiction novel by John Grisham, first published in 2017. The story begins with a daring heist at Princeton University’s Firestone Library, where a gang of thieves steals five original F. Scott Fitzgerald manuscripts insured for $25 million. The narrative then shifts to the tranquil resort town of Santa Rosa on Camino Island, Florida. Here, Bruce Cable, a charismatic bookstore owner and prominent dealer in rare books, becomes a person of interest. Unbeknownst to many, Bruce occasionally engages in the black market of stolen books and manuscripts. Enter Mercer Mann, a young novelist grappling with writer’s block and recently laid off from her teaching position. She is approached by an elegant, mysterious woman working for an even more enigmatic company. Offered a generous sum, Mercer agrees to go undercover to infiltrate Bruce Cable’s circle of literary friends, aiming to uncover his secrets and potentially locate the stolen manuscripts. As Mercer becomes more entwined with Bruce and the island’s literary community, she faces moral dilemmas and unexpected challenges. The novel delves into themes of greed, deception, and the complexities of the rare book trade, all set against the backdrop of a charming coastal town. “Camino Island” showcases Grisham’s storytelling prowess beyond the legal thriller genre, offering readers a suspenseful tale that intertwines the allure of literature with the intrigue of a high-stakes heist. For more detailed analyses and summaries, resources like SuperSummary provide comprehensive study guides on “Camino Island.”

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