Biloxi is known for beaches, resorts, and seafood. On a darker front, the Dixie Mafia controlled gambling, prostitution, drugs, and more. Keith's father Jesse Rudy embarks on a law career that leads him up the ranks to District Attorney. His vow to clean up the Coast is a pain in Hugh's father, Lance's, backside. Lance Malco is a formidable crime boss and Hugh follows in his dad's footsteps. Keith adores his father and follows the law path.
As adults, after a horrific crime, Hugh and Keith meet in a courtroom for a shocking showdown.
This story has good bones, but I found it easy to put down. It was written rather passively and did not engage me. I did get The Boys From Biloxi from the library and was glad I had not paid for it. Sorry, Mr. Grisham. I wish you had told the story with more animated dialogue and passion.
