102 pages • 3 hours read
Delia OwensWhere the Crawdads Sing
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens is set in the marshes of coastal North Carolina from the 1940s to the 2000s and centers on Kya, who grows up alone after her family abandons her. As a young woman, she becomes a suspect in the murder investigation of Chase Edwards, with the novel exploring her relationships, resilience, and eventual exoneration. The story features themes of abuse and abandonment.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens has captivated readers with its vivid depiction of the North Carolina marshlands and its compelling blend of mystery and coming-of-age themes. Praised for its lyrical prose and well-developed characters, some critics found the pacing inconsistent and certain plot elements implausible. A standout debut balancing beauty and suspense.
Who Should Read Where the Crawdads Sing?
Readers who relish Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens are typically fans of atmospheric and nature-infused mysteries with deep emotional undercurrents. They likely enjoyed To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee for its exploration of social issues and The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah for its vivid settings and strong character development.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Realistic Fiction
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Modern Classic Fiction
Life/Time: Coming of Age
History: World