Where the Crawdads Sing: Reese's Book Club

The Nightingale

Kristin Hannah

A historical fiction novel about two sisters surviving in France during World War II. Like 'Crawdads', it features a strong female protagonist navigating challenging circumstances. The book explores themes of survival, resilience, and the human spirit in an isolated and dangerous environment.

Educated

Tara Westover

A memoir of a woman who grows up in a strict, isolated family and ultimately pursues education against all odds. Similar to Kya's journey, it's a story of self-discovery, overcoming adversity, and finding one's place in the world. The book explores themes of survival, personal transformation, and the power of knowledge.

The Light Between Oceans

M.L. Stedman

A novel about isolation, moral complexity, and human choices set on a remote lighthouse. Like 'Crawdads', it explores themes of survival, love, and the impact of personal decisions. The book features a rich natural setting and a deeply emotional narrative about human relationships.

The Great Alone

Kristin Hannah

A powerful novel set in the wild Alaskan wilderness about survival, resilience, and the human spirit. Like 'Where the Crawdads Sing', it features a young woman navigating isolation and challenging circumstances. The story explores themes of nature, personal growth, and overcoming societal expectations in a remote, unforgiving landscape.

The Snow Child

Eowyn Ivey

A magical realism novel set in the Alaskan wilderness about a childless couple and a mysterious child. Like 'Crawdads', it blends themes of nature, survival, and human resilience. The book explores isolation, connection with the natural world, and unexpected forms of love.

Prodigal Summer

Barbara Kingsolver

A novel deeply connected to nature and ecological themes, set in the Appalachian Mountains. Similar to 'Crawdads', it weaves together human stories with rich natural descriptions. The book explores interconnectedness, survival, and the complex relationships between humans and their environment.

Serena

Ron Rash

A dark historical novel set in the Appalachian wilderness about a ruthless timber baroness. Similar to 'Crawdads', it features a strong connection to nature and explores themes of survival and human complexity. The book offers a gritty, atmospheric narrative about human nature and environmental challenges.

The River Between Us

Richard Peck

A historical novel set during the Civil War that explores themes of isolation, survival, and personal growth. Like 'Crawdads', it features a young woman navigating complex social dynamics in a challenging environment. The story delves into themes of identity, resilience, and finding one's place in the world.

Plainsong

Kent Haruf

A quiet, powerful novel about interconnected lives in a rural community. Similar to 'Crawdads', it explores themes of community, survival, and human resilience. The book offers a nuanced look at human relationships and personal growth in a challenging environment.

Housekeeping

Marilynne Robinson

A lyrical novel about two sisters raised in an unconventional manner in a remote town. Similar to 'Crawdads', it explores themes of isolation, survival, and personal identity. The book features beautiful prose and a deep connection to landscape and nature.