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Sharp Objects
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Book Brief
254
Novel • Fiction
Wind Gap, Missouri • Contemporary
2006
Adult
18+ years
HL770L
Super Short Summary
In Gillian Flynn’s Sharp Objects, Camille, a crime reporter from Chicago, is assigned to return to her hometown of Wind Gap, Missouri, to cover the disappearance of a young girl. She reluctantly agrees, delving into the case while grappling with her traumatic past, marked by family secrets, self-harm, and substance abuse. The novel unfolds through Camille’s perspective, revealing dark truths and her struggle for self-acceptance. Sensitive themes include self-harm and family abuse.
Dark
Unnerving
Mysterious
Melancholic
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Gillian Flynn's Sharp Objects is praised for its gripping, dark narrative and complex characters, particularly the protagonist Camille Preaker. Flynn's psychological insight and adept storytelling keep readers enthralled. However, some find the plot's disturbing elements excessively intense. Overall, it's a compelling but heavy read, recommended for fans of psychological thrillers.
Who Should Read Sharp Objects?
Readers who relish delving into complex, psychological thrillers with dark, twisted plots will be captivated by Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn. Fans of Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train will find the gripping, suspenseful narrative and deeply flawed characters particularly engaging.
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Adora Crellin
Adora Crellin
Camille’s mother, a wealthy and charming woman in Wind Gap with a complex and strained relationship with Camille, rooted in family history.
Amma Crellin
Amma Crellin
Camille’s thirteen-year-old half-sister known for her dual nature: behaving like a sweet child at home while exhibiting rebellious behavior elsewhere.
Ann Nash and Natalie Keene
Ann Nash and Natalie Keene
Two young girls from Wind Gap whose troubled behavior and pasts are marked by incidents of violence.
John Keene
John Keene
The older brother of Natalie Keene, a newcomer to Wind Gap who becomes intertwined with Camille due to their shared experiences with loss.
Richard Willis
Richard Willis
A detective from Kansas City brought to Wind Gap for a case; his relationship with Camille is marked by shared dissatisfaction with the town.
Frank Curry
Frank Curry
Camille’s supportive editor in Chicago who acts as a paternal figure and provides assistance during her struggles.
254
Novel • Fiction
Wind Gap, Missouri • Contemporary
2006
Adult
18+ years
HL770L
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