59 pages • 1 hour read
Diane ChamberlainThe Last House on the Street
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Last House on the Street by Diane Chamberlain weaves together two timelines: in 1965, a young college student, Ellie, volunteers to register Black voters in North Carolina amid intense racism, while in 2010, widow Kayla faces unsettling threats moving into her new home, leading both women to unveil buried secrets in their interconnected pasts. The novel discusses racism, violence, suicide, and miscarriage.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Last House on the Street by Diane Chamberlain receives praise for its compelling narrative and well-developed characters, effectively blending historical and contemporary timelines. Some readers found the pacing uneven and the dual timelines occasionally confusing. However, many appreciated the emotional depth and intricate storytelling.
Who Should Read The Last House on the Street?
Readers who enjoy the intricate narratives and emotional depth of Diane Chamberlain's The Last House on the Street will appreciate this book. Fans of Kristin Hannah's The Nightingale and Delia Owens's Where the Crawdads Sing will find the intertwining past and present stories, with themes of loss, resilience, and justice, captivating.
344
Novel • Fiction
North Carolina • 1960s
2022
Adult
18+ years
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