The Broker

The Broker by John Grisham, published by Bantam Dell in 2005, is a gripping narrative that follows notorious Washington power broker Joel Blackman. After receiving an unexpected pardon from a lame-duck president while serving a twenty-year sentence, Blackman is smuggled out of the country and relocated to a small town in Italy under a new identity. As he attempts to start anew, he faces the looming threat of enemies from his past, all while being closely monitored by the CIA.

Readers will find a suspenseful exploration of espionage and the complexities of starting over under dire circumstances. The story delves into the precarious balance between survival and the ever-present danger that Blackman encounters. With a page count of 422, this first edition is presented in English and offers a detailed look at the challenges faced by someone trying to escape a tumultuous past while navigating a world filled with intrigue and peril.