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The Sound of Glass

Karen White
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The Sound of Glass

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015

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Karen White

The Sound of Glass

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

432

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Beaufort, South Carolina • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Sound of Glass by Karen White, a woman inherits her late husband's South Carolina family home, discovering a trove of secrets intertwined with her own past. The novel intertwines themes of family, loss, and resilience as characters uncover hidden truths and confront their histories.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

29,511 ratings

79%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Karen White's The Sound of Glass is praised for its evocative Southern setting, rich character development, and intricate, multi-generational plot. Reviewers appreciate its emotional depth and the blend of mystery and family drama. Some, however, find the pacing uneven and plot twists predictable. Overall, it remains a compelling and heartfelt read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Sound of Glass?

Fans of women’s fiction centered on family secrets and personal growth will enjoy The Sound of Glass by Karen White. Similar to Kristin Hannah’s The Nightingale and Elin Hilderbrand’s novels, this book is perfect for readers who appreciate intertwined narratives and rich, Southern atmospheres.

4.2

29,511 ratings

79%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

432

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Beaufort, South Carolina • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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