Where the Crawdads Sing

Where the Crawdads Sing

Delia Owens - 2019

Overview

For years, the "Marsh Girl" has been a subject of local legend in Barkley Cove, a coastal town in North Carolina. When Chase Andrews is found dead in late 1969, suspicion immediately falls on Kya Clark, the reclusive inhabitant of the marsh. However, Kya is more than the rumors suggest. Intelligent and sensitive, she has learned to survive in isolation, finding companionship with the natural world around her. As she grows, Kya experiences a desire for human connection, opening her heart to two young men from town.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in coming-of-age stories.
• Fans of atmospheric mysteries set in natural landscapes.
• Those who enjoy tales of resilience and survival.

Key features

• Language: English
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 384
• Publisher: Little, Brown and Company
• Publication Year: 2019
• ISBN: 9781472154668