48 pages • 1 hour read
Billie LettsWhere the Heart Is
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1995A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Where the Heart Is by Billie Letts follows 17-year-old Novalee Nation, who is seven months pregnant and abandoned by her boyfriend, Willy Jack Pickens, at a Walmart in Oklahoma. Alone, she is helped by kind locals, giving birth in the store and becoming a local celebrity. Novalee rebuilds her life with the support of new friends and faces various challenges, including a tornado and personal betrayals. The novel addresses issues such as substance addiction and sexual assault.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Where the Heart Is by Billie Letts is praised for its heartwarming and poignant storytelling, engaging characters, and a strong sense of community. However, some critics find the plot somewhat predictable and the narrative lacking in depth at times. Overall, it's a touching read that appeals to fans of uplifting and emotionally driven novels.
Who Should Read Where the Heart Is?
Readers who enjoy Where the Heart Is by Billie Letts often appreciate heartwarming, character-driven stories about resilience and the power of community. Fans of works like The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd or The Help by Kathryn Stockett will likely find this novel equally compelling.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsLexile Level
860LBook Details
Realistic Fiction
Modern Classic Fiction
Drama / Tragedy
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Society: Class
Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance