Discuss the structure that John Grisham used for his novel. Why did he choose to arrange the story in this way, especially in not introducing the main character until the third chapter? How does this choice deepen the meaning of the novel?

How does Grisham expose the myths and realities of a successful writing career in Camino Island? Discuss the ways in which the writers who appear in the novel have made their writing careers work.

Bruce Cable is an interesting character and a charming, likeable criminal. How does Grisham create this impression, and why?