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Little Fires Everywhere
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Book Brief
352
Novel • Fiction
Shaker Heights, Ohio • 1990s
2017
Adult
18+ years
1000L
Super Short Summary
Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng is set in Shaker Heights, Ohio, and follows the intertwined lives of the orderly Richardson family and their tenants, Mia and Pearl Warren. Mia's art and transient lifestyle unsettle Elena Richardson, leading to conflict and deeper connections between the families. As a custody battle over a Chinese-American baby named Mirabelle unfolds, secrets are uncovered, forcing all characters to confront their beliefs and choices. Topics include postpartum depression, surrogacy, and racial identity.
Contemplative
Mysterious
Emotional
Bittersweet
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng delves into suburban life complexities, intertwining multiple perspectives with masterful prose. Readers praise its intricate character development and exploration of class, race, and privilege. Critiques include a slow start and some predictability, yet the emotional depth and thought-provoking themes make it a compelling read.
Who Should Read Little Fires Everywhere?
Fans of Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng will enjoy rich, multifaceted drama, exploring complex family dynamics, racial tensions, and moral dilemmas. Perfect for readers who appreciate layered storytelling similar to Liane Moriarty’s Big Little Lies and Ann Patchett’s Commonwealth.
1,400,624 ratings
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Pearl Warren
Pearl Warren
The daughter of Mia, who has spent her life moving from place to place with her mother and learns about her true parentage while forming connections in Shaker Heights.
Elena Richardson
Elena Richardson
A lifelong resident of Shaker Heights who values order and social convention and finds her beliefs challenged by Mia's unconventional lifestyle.
352
Novel • Fiction
Shaker Heights, Ohio • 1990s
2017
Adult
18+ years
1000L
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