For years, rumors of the “Marsh Girl” have haunted Barkley Cove, a quiet town on the North Carolina coast. So in late 1969, when handsome Chase Andrews is found dead, the locals immediately suspect Kya Clark, the so-called Marsh Girl. But Kya is not what they say. Sensitive and intelligent, she has survived for years alone in the marsh that she calls home...
For years, rumors of the “Marsh Girl” have haunted Barkley Cove, a quiet town on the North Carolina coast. So in late 1969, when handsome Chase Andrews is found dead, the locals immediately suspect Kya Clark, the so-called Marsh Girl. But Kya is not what they say. Sensitive and intelligent, she has survived for years alone in the marsh that she calls home, finding friends in the gulls and lessons in the sand. Then the time comes when she yearns to be touched and loved. When two young men from town become intrigued by her wild beauty, Kya opens herself to a new life—until the unthinkable happens.
Where the Crawdads Sing is at once an exquisite ode to the natural world, a heartbreaking coming-of-age story, and a surprising tale of possible murder. Owens reminds us that we are forever shaped by the children we once were, and that we are all subject to the beautiful and violent secrets that nature keeps.
Reading guide
Why read Where the Crawdads Sing?
Published in 2018, Where the Crawdads Sing reflects contemporary themes and storytelling that resonates with today's readers.
It sits at the crossroads of Mystery, Fiction, and Historical Fiction, making it appealing to readers with varied tastes who enjoy stories that defy easy classification.
Available on Bookble for readers looking to explore Delia Owens's work and build a focused reading list.
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For years, rumors of the “Marsh Girl” have haunted Barkley Cove, a quiet town on the North Carolina coast. So in late 1969, when handsome Chase Andrews is found dead, the locals immediately suspect Kya Clark, the so-called Marsh Girl. But Kya is not what they say. Sensitive an...
Who wrote Where the Crawdads Sing?
Where the Crawdads Sing is by Delia Owens.
What genre is Where the Crawdads Sing?
Where the Crawdads Sing falls within Mystery, Fiction, and Historical Fiction. Browse related categories on Bookble to find books with a similar style.
When was Where the Crawdads Sing published?
Where the Crawdads Sing was first published in 2018 by Delia Owens.
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