Camille is a young reporter living in Chicago when her boss sends her to report on the murders that have happened in her hometown, a tiny town in southern Missouri where everyone knows everything about each other. Faced with her own psychological unraveling, Camille must face her past that she left behind while doing her current work. Living under her Mother's roof again with her odd stepsister and her aloof Stepfather brings back memories and spirals Camille down a dangerous path as she tries to not only report well, but wonder just how close she is to the murderers themselves.

I read this book in less than a day. I really enjoy Flynn's writing style and character development, though I could tell this was her first novel. I enjoy unreliable characters, so I was okay with some of the inconsistencies. I'm also proud of myself personally because I guessed the solution to the mystery (that it was Amma - plus the teeth, the dollhouse, and the floor) about 30-50 pages in! It was delightfully creepy, and even though I knew what was going to happen, I still wanted to see how it would unfold.

PLEASE NOTE: this book speaks very candidly about suicide and self injury. If these are themes that bother you, I would suggest not reading this book.

The first time I read this, I hated it.

The second time, I loved it.

Jammed with themes and ideas, but easy to read. While it's still not my favourite, I understand why it's a favourite for so many. Lee is an excellent writer, and is able to do incredible character development, suspense, and "real-ness" in a small space. So much has been written on this book––I can't contribute much more. :)

I am interested to re-read in light of Go Set a Watchman


**SPOILERS**

I still can't say 'pork' without imagining the play director saying 'po-ork' as Scout is supposed to walk across the stage. ;)

Fantastic a-millennial handling of the book of Revelation, without being creepy or hell-fire-brimstone. Gorman lessens the stress of reading this "scary" last book of the Bible, and offers practical ways to let it effect us, both pointing to its original intentions and what those intentions might mean for us today. I cannot speak highly enough of this book - this book made me not afraid of Revelation anymore, and in fact, excited to study it!

This book is rich in theology and exegesis, but is also highly accessible. Recommended to anyone who is interested in further study on Revelation.

Mr. Darcy!

Quick read on attachment styles and reminder that all is not lost if you aren't securely attached. ;) The writing is a little biased against avoidant styles, but it's a very helpful book both for people not securely attached, or for those who are in relationship (friend or romantic) with someone who is avoidant/anxious. This book explains the concepts and shows how to move past learned behaviors for those who are insecurely attached. Recommended.

If you like the TV show LOST (or at least seasons 1) you might like this book.

This was an intriguing book, showing that in dire conditions, savagery is rooted even the youngest of 'well rounded' children. Poor Piggy.

As a PK (pastor's kid) and the daughter of an MK (missionary kid) I'm amazed and thankful that someone wrote this. Amazing concept. Excellent writing and descriptions.

I empathize with this family for various personal reasons, and it's a book that touched my soul.

One beautiful scene is after they return from Africa: we learn that mom has started a flower garden. It seems superfluous because of the way she was 'taught' by her husband, but 'beauty for beauty's sake' was a new idea to her.