In the novel The Partner, John Grisham uses several literary techniques to present the thrilling story of Patrick Lanigan’s struggles with himself and his life. The story is told in third person point of view so that the reader can receive the full effect of the story. Everyone’s insight into the trial and Patrick’s disappearance is shared by the omniscient narrator. The setting is also ever-changing which gives the reader insight into …showed first 75 words of 353 total…

…showed last 75 words of 353 total…and whispered something meaningless” (Grisham 176). With these elements Grisham proves yet again that he has the superior ability to pull literary elements together to keep the reader interested. He uses the third person omniscient narrator and the constant change of scenes to allow the reader to be aware of what is happening with everyone in the novel. While confusing at first, once the characters are learned the book takes off and keeps you guessing throughout.