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I especially enjoyed getting to know the main character as he developed from a narcissistic over the hill NFL quarterback to an individual that becomes invested in the people around him and the new culture he finds himself. Ok.so this is not a great literary masterpiece nor is it a typical Grisham legal thriller. However, it is a very enjoyable read. Grisham's detailed descriptions of Italy are entertaining and educational as well. Highly recommend.
read this book at library and bought as present for friend. Happy with vendor, happy with book and friend is now happy with book - WIN-WIN situation
Tony B. Fortunately, I didn't buy the book.
This is, by far, the worst. I've read everything written by Grisham.
If only JG could write proper endings. Basically, it's his travel journal being passed off as a novel.
In typical Grisham fashion, the ending drops off a cliff. Don't waste your money or your time.
Derby, NY
Not for kids though. Grisham knows how to grasp his readers.
But, someone had left it in our company's lunch room's book exchange, I picked it up and read it. I read it rather quickly.
Having been let down by reading the last Grisham's novel, The Innocent Man, I was reluctant to pick up Grisham's next work, Playing for Pizza. Although I prefer basketball in real life, reading about football was interesting and fun.
Unlike his other legal/law related novels, this is a fun read, like Skipping Christmas. This book is about some football jock, who runs away to Italy, and revives his love for the game.
Don't expect something heavy from this novel, but read with light heartedness. Quick read, fun and easy.
Easy read that is pure entertainment as the story combines the best of both worlds, sports, Italy, great food, and the deeper side of the true meaning of life.
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