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Little Fires Everywhere

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Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng is a captivating novel that explores the intertwined lives of the Richardson family and Mia Warren, an enigmatic artist, and her daughter Pearl. Set in the seemingly perfect town of Shaker Heights, Ohio, the book delves into themes of motherhood, identity, and the weight of secrets, revealing the profound impact of the characters' choices and desires. The narrative intricately weaves personal and ethical dilemmas, leading to inevitable conflicts and discoveries.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories exploring complex family dynamics and the clash between personal values and societal expectations. Set in suburban America, it delves into themes of motherhood, identity, and the intricacies of privilege, woven into a gripping narrative that makes you question the line between standing out and fitting in. Its rich character development and thought-provoking questions about race and class create an engaging read, perfect for fans of emotional and nuanced storytelling.

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Little Fires Everywhere

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Just read it...Outstanding Matt Haig

To say I love this book is an understatement... It moved me to tears Reese Witherspoon

Beautifully written, completely charming, and extremely wise on the subject of adolescence and influence Nick Hornby

Everyone in Shaker Heights was talking about it that summer: how Isabelle, the last of the Richardson children, had finally gone around the bend and burned the house down.

In Shaker Heights, a placid, progressive suburb of Cleveland, everything is meticulously planned - from the layout of the winding roads, to the colours of the houses, to the successful lives its residents will go on to lead. And no one embodies this spirit more than Elena Richardson, whose guiding principle is playing by the rules.

Enter Mia Warren - an enigmatic artist and single mother - who arrives in this idyllic bubble with her teenage daughter Pearl, and rents a house from the Richardsons. Soon Mia and Pearl become more than just tenants: all four Richardson children are drawn to the mother-daughter pair. But Mia carries with her a mysterious past, and a disregard for the rules that threatens to upend this carefully ordered community.

When old family friends attempt to adopt a Chinese-American baby, a custody battle erupts that dramatically divides the town - and puts Mia and Elena on opposing sides. Suspicious of Mia and her motives, Elena is determined to uncover the secrets in Mia's past. But her obsession will come at an unexpected and devastating cost...

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Highly recommended, beautifully written and thought-provoking

An engrossing read

Absolutely brilliant

Great characters, interesting plot that leaves you desperate to read more and written beautifully. I loved it and highly recommend it!

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Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng has been universally praised for its intricate exploration of family dynamics, societal norms, and deeply rooted questions of identity. Critically, it is recognised for its compelling narrative that intertwines themes of motherhood, race, and class privileges, all set within the seemingly peaceful suburbs of Shaker Heights, Ohio. Ng's ability to create well-drawn, authentic characters and her nuanced omniscient storytelling has left many reviewers awestruck, with some highlighting the book's ability to both entertain and provide a thought-provoking glimpse into the human condition.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780349142920

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 April 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Little, Brown Book Group

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 34.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 330g

Pages: 352

About the Author

Celeste Ng is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Everything I Never Told You and Little Fires Everywhere. She is the recipient of fellowships from the National Endowment of the Arts and the Guggenheim Foundation, and her work has been published in over thirty languages.

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