A review by kirozin
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens

emotional reflective tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

A great story that had high and low points in quality or interest to keep going. I enjoyed the informative biological elements of the story as well as the slow build of character ties in the beginning and overcoming struggle. I feel as though this slow build was for nothing as the later chapters that wrapped up the reunited character ties felt a bit rushed and unfulfilling. I would have liked a more flushed out story of their marriage and love life and not just a happily ever after summary. The trial chapters definitely keeps you reading and anxious, similar to watching uncut gems. Overall, I can see the hype!
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