Salem Falls
Salem Falls
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001
Book Brief
464
Novel • Fiction
New England • 2000s
2001
Adult
18+ years
760L
Super Short Summary
In Jodi Picoult’s Salem Falls, Jack St. Bride, a former teacher wrongly accused of sexual assault, moves to a new town to rebuild his life. He starts afresh working at a diner and forms a bond with Addie Peabody. However, Jack is again accused of a similar crime by a group of teenage girls dabbling in witchcraft, leading to a tense trial to prove his innocence. Sensitive topics include sexual assault and trauma.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Emotional
Dark
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
89,553 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Salem Falls by Jodi Picoult is praised for its intricate plot and emotional depth, capturing readers with its legal and moral dilemmas. However, some critiques arise from its handling of sensitive themes, perceived by a few as lacking nuance. Overall, it remains a compelling and thought-provoking read, marked by Picoult's signature storytelling.
Who Should Read Salem Falls?
Readers who enjoy intricate narratives and moral dilemmas would relish Salem Falls by Jodi Picoult. Fans of To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee and The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold will appreciate its exploration of justice, prejudice, and redemption in a small-town setting.
89,553 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
464
Novel • Fiction
New England • 2000s
2001
Adult
18+ years
760L
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