Where the Crawdads Sing Book Reviews

AUTHOR
Delia Owens
SCORE
4.5
TOTAL RATINGS
51,362

Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens Book Summary

NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE—The #1 New York Times bestselling worldwide sensation with more than 18 million copies sold, hailed by The New York Times Book Review as “a painfully beautiful first novel that is at once a murder mystery, a coming-of-age narrative and a celebration of nature.”

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.

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Book Name Where the Crawdads Sing
Genre Literary
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Language English
E-Book Size 4.75 MB

Where the Crawdads Sing (Delia Owens) Book Reviews 2024

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Wow, just wow!. Great story

Amazing. Excellent

Where the Crawdads Sing. This is the best book I have ever read. I hesitated reading it because of the title But I read it anyway and so glad I did Do as I did and I guarantee you won’t be disappointed

Effortless.. This book flows from start to finish. The movie is very good, but the book is much better. It is amazing how cruel people can be... even as children go one another. This book describes someone who clings to nature to be her friend, finding peace with Mother Earth.

Must read.. Wow. Top tier book of all time. Beautifully cunning connections to the natural world are ingeniously interwoven in the novel’s plot. Underlying metaphors provide an intellectually immersive experience.

Extraordinary work. This book brings everything to life. The characters, the place, the sounds you would expect to hear, feel alive while reading. I also enjoyed that is was written and reads like it was 1960 again. I’ve heard other say that they didn’t enjoy it due to segregation and old views but in reality, that is how a lot of states in the south still lived. What they’ve missed is how when we have nothing and we are just trying to survive, it didn’t matter what color your skin was. There are real eye opening moments in this book that kept me up, reading till midnight, knowing that I had to work in 4 hours but so engrossed I couldn’t put it down.

5 Star. Such a good read! Highly recommend!

Great find. I loved reading this book.

Really good. This kept my interest. Certainly loved the ending. Now I want to see the movie.

Amazing book. As usual better than the movie

Very good read.. Couldn’t put it down.

Incredible book. This is literally one of my favorite books of all time. It is beautifully written and tugs at your heart. It is the type of book that you read more than once.

Surreal. I gave this book 4 stars as it’s a long slow start for quite a bit of pages, more than most books. I would have given 4.5 if I could - because that is it’s only flaw. This book is skillfully written to have the reader cling to every word. The book transfers you into its setting as if you are beside the characters watching every move and thought. The climax will have you sneaking in time to read (even when you don’t have that time). And the twist will leave you questioning your ability to predict. Over all this is a fantastic plot with great detail to help you be present in every piece of the story. While this story is very enjoyable, this is not a “quick easy” read to read mindlessly, you have to be prepared to focus to follow along. This component is however how the author was able to create such a suspenseful detailed story and it is a key part of the book’s success.

Sweet unfolding. Love Kya’s development and growth is admirable! Movie did great in portraying the book

Strength of a Child to survive. A wonderfully story of Strength to survive self learning of her surroundings in the marsh very Enjoyable

Amazing book. Amazing book made me and my mom cry

NOT ORIGINAL. A complete rip off of V.C. Andrews’ Ruby series.

:). one of the best series too. luv the book too tho 👌🏾

Great read.. I really liked the descriptive language used throughout the book about a place not many can see beauty. I feel related to coming from a rural area in the south and feel the relationships developments made sense. I think it finished quickly but it was the right timing. I haven’t read something in quite a while but really enjoyed this book.

Excellent read!!. I loved the way this book was written. It captures you right away and it’s hard to put down.

Excellent book. This book is full of life. It’s a genuine story full of heart. A reminder that nature is important to keep alive and to appreciate knowing that it is in our very soul.

It was alright. Honestly, i was expecting an amazing murder mystery becuase of the reviews but it was disappointing in that way. I felt like it was a lot like a Colleen Hoover book and if you like those kind of books then this one is definitely for you. The romance was very prominent and I absolutely loved the setting and nature that the book was created in. It was honestly a sad book from the very beginning to the end, and this is definitely like a 15+ book (there’s a lot of interesting and graphic scenes with two lovers). However, I give this book a 3/5 because I was expecting an exciting thriller mystery but it was severely lacking until the end. I felt like there was a lot of unnecessary buildup. This one definitely isn’t one of my favorite books but if you like romance and coming of age stories then i recommend.

Slow start but then couldn’t put it down.. The first quarter of this book really didn’t catch my interest. I read 35-40 pages and then put it down for nearly 2 years. Heard about the movie and decided to give it another chance. Read even more the second time and was about to give up again but then my interest was caught. The last half I couldn’t put it down. I recommend highly.

Anonymous. Incredible, so vivid images,and details. The best book I have read this year!

NOT SUITABLE FOR KIDS. Where The Crawdads Sing is NOT a kids book. 14+ I haven’t read the book but my friend said to read it. Will in three years. Bit of a slow start tho. 🫰🏻

Captivating.. You can’t put this book down. Well, in this case, your phone/tablet. You’ll keep reading more and more.

Amazing. I have never read a book so quickly. It was truly wonderful to read. This is now one of my favorite books that I will likely reread multiple times in the future.

Beautiful. This book was beautifully written. Love how the author was so descriptive of the nature, made you feel as if you were there - perfect pictures in my mind of what I was reading. Couldn’t put it down! I loved the ending. The book was much better than the movie, in my opinion.

Beautifully Written. This book was incredible, the author described things in such detail that i crafted a picture of every scene she wrote up. I loved this book and i loved the ending.

Well written. Engaging!

Highly recommend. The characters are rich and have layers of complexity that keep you turning the pages. Spellbinding until the end.

A Fried Green Tomatoes type book. I loved each word in this book, and, indeed, I didn’t know words can carry so much. A bit disappointed with the end though. But nice romance and catchy.

😁. Good book but not appropriate for kids.

Awesome story. Couldn’t put it down! Read it in one day and it was beautifully written story of survival, self discovery, and secrets.

Must Read!. This book will forever hold a special place in my heart. Be prepared to feel emotionally connected to this book. Incredible story!

Abandonment and Love. Excellent story of a girl who has to find her way at a young age. The story end leaves you with many questions in your head. Couldn’t put the book down.

Wow. This is the best book I’ve ever read. There is nothing more to say.

Beautiful overall feel good book. Excellent writing and the movie was really good.

Best book I read in 2022. I was very hesitant about this book as the readers I saw gushing over it online were typically those who do not like the same type of books as myself. However, I am so glad I took the time to read this. I went from skeptical to in love with just one chapter. It was easily the best book I read in 2022.

No. Why’s this little white girl pretending to be native?

Enjoyable!. Great imagery of the marshlands. Surprise ending.

Exhilarating. 10/10 recommend to anyone who loves to read!

🥰. Every single heartstring pulled! I personally enjoy a book that can make you both laugh and cry. This book did all that and much more!! Breathtaking, heart wrenching, inspiring, admirable, just to name a few adjectives… You won’t be disappointed.

Not a fan. I really really don’t understand the hype with this book. I wish I could go back in time and not read it, I almost didn’t finish it but heard such good things I was waiting for the big pay off. The whole depiction of the location and her situation was so drawn out and boring, the love lacked passion and the ending was the only semi interesting part and not worth the rest of the book. No thank you

Enjoyable, hits several touch points without being too heavy. An easy, touching read with an interesting enough story. Enjoyed how the main character lived such a different life than most of us do, yet was relatable. Also enjoyed how the marsh/nature was a very real character in the story as well.

Loved it 5/5. Loved it all. Easy read yet beautiful and colorful in the images the author creates for the reader

Love. I haven’t finished a book in many many years. This one was easy, took me 3 days. Just a feel good, down to earth, book. <3

Wonderful story. An absolute masterpiece. Author made me feel everything. Pulling at my heart strings to the sand between my toes. Loved it is an understatement!

So good!. Such an awesome book. Written so well, I never wanted to put it down.

Amazing!. Such a great read, I couldn’t put this down! Ultimate favorite book!

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Summer delight. Beautifully written a pleasure to read.

Where the crawdads sing. Such an incredibly told tale … beautifully written and so compelling I couldn’t put it down. I’m sad I finished this book. It will be difficult to get Kya out of my mind. I think I’ll keep her with me for awhile. I loved this book … I devoured it.

The best!. Loved this book! A must read for everyone, reaches every emotion!

That was sooooo good!. Thank you Delia for putting this story out into the world.

Where crawdads sing. Wonderful story, the land and the people described beautifully ... couldn’t put it down

Great read. Captivatingly woven tale of loss, loneliness and nature’s solace and guidance.

Where the Crawdad Sing. This book captured me in the first few pages. Absolutely riveting and spell bound every page thereafter!! Until the very last page....did not see this ending coming! Beautiful, thank you!

From the spirit. Ms Owens writes in an easy style that exposes her spirit. The story is more intriguing than it is exciting. It speaks to life in the purest. I completed the read in three days and now feel like I have lost a good friend.

Suspenseful!. What a great book! Was a little slow to start but it picked up pace and by the end I could not put it down! The story is enthralling and descriptive and had a fantastic ending.

Where the Crawdads Sing. I can’t say enough great things about this book. Unreal imagery and characterization. Simply amazing on all fronts.

Where the Crawdads Sing. Amazing!!!

Wow!. I love the way this book was written. It felt like I was there. All the scents and colours came to life as if the main character was alive. A great read, I could not put it down!

Loved it. Well written. Fell in love with so many of the characters. Was sad when it was done.

Brilliant. Brilliant book. Truly enjoyed it

Amazing story, amazing read!. I totally fell in love with this book, with the characters, and storyline! I could not put it down. You know it’s a great book when you think of the characters when you’re not even reading the book. I have already recommended this book to several people. Would make a great movie!!

Where the Crawdads Sing. Captivating tale of a relationship with the earth and man told thru the eyes of an author with science creds. and a gift for writing. The descriptive passages and imagery soar and take you into the heart of the marshlands with characters that are alive and rich .

Wow!. I have never been a reader but I decided I wanted to become one as I do really enjoy reading! I follow this girl on Instagram that claimed this book was one of her now favourites out of tons of books she’s already read so I decided this would be my first book to start my reading journey! I was not disappointed this book is absolutely amazing and only took me 6 days to read I could not put it down! I love Kya’s character and could not imagine having to live the life she did and be nearly as happy and successful as she became! This book is a love story, true crime, and nature loving book all in one and could not have been written any better I would recommend this book to anyone who has every though of reading it! 10/10 🥰

<3. This author unleashed all the feelings I needed to feel

Best book!. Best book I’ve read in a long time that made me cry tears of sadness AND joy. Very well written.

Love. This was an excellent read. This is one of those books you feel you’re actually in as you read it. Wholeheartedly recommend it.

Great Story. Fantastic read

Beautiful story, lovely to read!. Amazing story for winding down. Really connected to the main character Kya. What a life.

Love love love!. One of the best books I’ve read in a really long time.

Perfect. I don’t know anyone who didn’t love this book. Perfect. Can’t wait to read it again in a year or so.

Awesome. Such a gripping story and keeps you reading all day long! Should be made into a movie:)

Wonderful. A beautifully written, imaginative story that’s never boring.

Amazing. This book is amazing. I 100% recommended.

Where the crawdads sing. Magic but the last few pages were thrown together

Mother Nature. Powerful novel of survival! The often silent experience between Nature and Humanity in cultures around the world, silently hidden from most of us and revealed in a never to be forgotten novel, Where The Crawdads Sing!

Excellent. I in all honesty could not put this book down. The best book I have read in years. A must read. You won’t be sorry

Where the Crawdads Sing. Love this book from start to finish. Great Book

Most beautifully and vividly written story of love and acceptance.. One of the best, if not the BEST story I have ever read. Your senses will be heightened as you see, smell, feel, hear and learn of the inhabitance of the coastal waters of North Carolina in 1969, from the perspective of a female raised lonely and alone from the tender age of 6. The author’s poetically woven words will captivate you. You will empathize with the one girl no one showed empathy for, other than Jumpin’, his wife Mabel, brother Jodie, and true love, Tate. Through love and betrayal The Marsh Girl goes from being the dirty monster everyone rejected to legend and loved by the locals of Barkley Cove. Nothing is ever too far away to be able to change and this book teaches that change and love sometimes come at a price but love and forgiveness and acceptance in the end are all that matter.

Well written memorable story. I read this book in two days…unforgettable characters and I learned some amazing things about nature. This story will stick with you.

Kept me interested the whole way through. This was the first book I read in years come highly recommended from my family and man it did not disappoint.

Where the Crawdads Sing. Extremely well written with the push and pull of the power of words magically sewn into each paragraph. The best magnetic pull to a book that I have had in quite some time….. I did not want this book to end……thank you Delia Owens. Carol Reichert Southampton Beach town, Canada

A favourite. So good!

Where the Crawdads Sing. powerful amazing book. Look forward to more

Excellent!. Loved this book.

Great book, must read.. Really good book

Where the Crawdads Sing. Starts slowly. However last two-thirds are excellent.

READ THIS BOOK!!. I LOVED this book! At first I felt like it wouldn’t be as good as some of the reviews said but by the time you finish it, the entire book is pulled together and it is so well written. I loved the characters and the storyline.

Beautiful story. One of the best books I’ve ever read

Addictive Page Turning Emotional rollercoaster. I got this book as a gift, and although not a genre or book I would pick out myself. Owens quickly appealed to the feminist in me with her story about a young poor girl in southern states enduring abandonment, poverty and rejection and social isolation and yet is able to thrive and navigate ugliness in her life with grace and tenacity for surviving in her mash. With each roadblock Kya encounters, the more the reader becomes ensnared by novel. Kya’s determination and perseverance in the face of social and emotional trauma is inspiring but do not read if you are afraid to cry or fear becoming emotionally invested in the narrative.

Where the Crawdads Sing. Spectacular read! Fell in love with the main character, and could've been right there with her the way this was written. Hoping for this author to write more books

15/10 WOULD RECOMMEND. This was such a great read!! So much so, that I have purchased the hardcopy just to add it to our library to read all over again. The rollercoaster of emotions it brought ok mixed with the inability to put it down, just WOW!

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Heart wrenchingly beautiful. The author does an incredible job of painting the most gorgeous picture of the marsh lands and sea. This book made me gasp, cry, smile. Amazing.

As murky, marvellous and misunderstood as the marsh itself. An incredible story about survival that, at times sways towards the incredulous. The pity, pride and love we feel for this little rag-a-muffin turns into reproachful worrying as she grows up. When Kya becomes a woman, the story takes a turn straight into a harlequin romance novel and then straight into an old fashioned whodunnit. It is, first and foremost a tale about prejudice, but not in the traditional sense of racial inequality. It is about abuse brought on by personal torment. It is about finding solace and beauty when you have nothing else. It is about finding your soul and keeping your sanity, in the written word.

5 stars!!. Amazing book! Would recommend 100 times over.

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The Where the Crawdads Sing book written by Delia Owens was published on 14 August 2018, Tuesday in the Literary category. A total of 51,362 readers of the book gave the book 4.5 points out of 5.

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