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July 2025 Spotlight
Where the Crawdads Sing
by Delia Owens
July 2025
93 members attended
A haunting coming-of-age story set in the marshlands of North Carolina, combining mystery and beautiful nature writing.
Discussion Summary
July brought us to the marshes of North Carolina with Delia Owens' captivating debut. Members were enchanted by the lyrical nature writing and debated the mystery's resolution. The discussion explored themes of isolation, resilience, and our connection to the natural world.
Discussion Highlights
- Analysis of the nature writing and setting
- Discussion of the mystery elements
- Exploration of themes of isolation and belonging
- Conversation about the film adaptation
About the Author
Delia Owens is a wildlife scientist who has authored three internationally bestselling nonfiction books about her life as a scientist in Africa. Where the Crawdads Sing is her first novel.