The Professor
The Professor
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Alabama • Contemporary
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Professor by Robert Bailey, a seventy-one-year-old law professor takes on a high-stakes wrongful death case against a major trucking company. Alongside two former students, the professor navigates the legal battle, combating corporate power and personal challenges while seeking justice for their client.
Suspenseful
Gritty
Emotional
Challenging
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Professor by Robert Bailey is lauded for its gripping legal drama and strong character development, particularly the protagonist, a seasoned law professor taking on a new challenge. The courtroom dynamics are engaging, yet some critics note its reliance on familiar legal thriller tropes. The pacing keeps the reader invested, despite occasional predictability.
Who Should Read The Professor?
Readers who enjoy legal thrillers with complex characters and courtroom drama, akin to John Grisham's The Firm or Scott Turow's Presumed Innocent, will find The Professor by Robert Bailey compelling. Fans of intense, fast-paced narratives exploring justice and morality will be captivated by this story.
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Novel • Fiction
Alabama • Contemporary
2015
Adult
18+ years
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