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448
Novel • Fiction
New Hampshire • 1990s
2023
Adult
18+ years
In Rebecca Makkai's I Have Some Questions for You, film professor and podcaster Bodie Kane returns to her New Hampshire boarding school to teach and investigate the 1990s murder of her roommate, Thalia Keith, for which a Black athletic trainer was wrongfully convicted. Through her students' podcast, Bodie revisits the case under the lens of institutional corruption, true crime media, and the #MeToo Movement. The source material features depictions of suicide, self-harm, disordered eating, and sexual assault.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Contemplative
Emotional
Unnerving
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Reviews for Rebecca Makkai's I Have Some Questions for You are generally positive, highlighting its compelling narrative and well-developed characters. Critics appreciate Makkai's skillful blending of mystery and social commentary, but some note that certain plot elements feel overextended. Overall, it's a thought-provoking and engaging read, albeit with minor pacing issues.
Readers who enjoy The Secret History by Donna Tartt or Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty will be captivated by Rebecca Makkai's I Have Some Questions for You. It's perfect for those who love literary mysteries, intricate character studies, and a deep dive into past secrets that converge with present dilemmas.
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Thalia Keith
A student whose murder during her senior year at Granby becomes a central mystery, impacting the memories and actions of those who knew her.
Omar Evans
An athletic trainer wrongfully convicted of Thalia’s murder, whose case raises questions about justice and privilege.
Mr. Dennis Bloch
A former teacher at Granby, remembered by Bodie for his questionable behavior and influence over students, whose actions are scrutinized as part of the unfolding events.
Beth Docherty
A former classmate of Bodie’s, initially seen as an antagonist who later aligns with Bodie in seeking the truth about past events at Granby.
Mike Stiles
A former jock and friend of Robbie, whose career in human rights becomes ironically contrasted with his past actions and privileges from Granby.
Britt
A student from Bodie’s 2018 class, enthusiastic about uncovering the truth through a podcast about Thalia’s case, which prompts Bodie to face her own memories.
Alder
A student participating in the 2018 podcast class, who shares an enthusiasm for justice and works alongside Bodie and Britt, while navigating the societal implications of race.
Robbie Serenho
A charismatic yet complex figure from Bodie’s high school days, whose life and actions at Granby provide a critical counterpoint in the unfolding story.
448
Novel • Fiction
New Hampshire • 1990s
2023
Adult
18+ years
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