A review by balconyblackbird
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens

adventurous emotional hopeful informative inspiring lighthearted mysterious reflective sad slow-paced

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

2.0

The descriptions of the coastal marsh setting and wildlife were the best part. Otherwise not a very compelling plot. Contains a significant racist trope. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child abuse and Abandonment

Moderate: Racism, Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, and Classism

Minor: Death, Emotional abuse, Hate crime, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Death of parent, and Murder