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by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan
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Why you'll love it:
This mystery shares a heartbreaking yet compassionate tone that will resonate with Where the Crawdads Sing fans.
10 Best Books Like Where the Crawdads Sing
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The best books like Where the Crawdads Sing are:
- 1Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan0
- 2Murder at Gulls Nest by Jess Kidd4.3
- 3A Death on Corfu by Emily Sullivan4.4
- 4Pony Confidential by Christina Lynch4.4
- 5The Little Liar by Mitch Albom0
- 6The Queens of Crime by Marie Benedict4.2
- 7Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco0
- 8The River Knows Your Name by Kelly Mustian4.3
- 9Small Mercies by Dennis Lehane0
- 10The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie by Alan Bradley0#1
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Why you'll love it:
This mystery shares a atmospheric and unsettling tone that will resonate with Where the Crawdads Sing fans.
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Why you'll love it:
This mystery shares a atmospheric and determined tone that will resonate with Where the Crawdads Sing fans.
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Why you'll love it:
This mystery shares a heartwarming and witty tone that will resonate with Where the Crawdads Sing fans.
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Why you'll love it:
This mystery shares a heartbreaking yet tender tone that will resonate with Where the Crawdads Sing fans.
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This mystery shares a scholarly and atmospheric tone that will resonate with Where the Crawdads Sing fans.
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This mystery shares a cerebral and melancholic tone that will resonate with Where the Crawdads Sing fans.
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by Kelly Mustian
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Why you'll love it:
This mystery shares a haunting and atmospheric tone that will resonate with Where the Crawdads Sing fans.
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by Dennis Lehane
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Why you'll love it:
This mystery shares a dark and uncompromising tone that will resonate with Where the Crawdads Sing fans.
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The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie
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Why you'll love it:
This mystery shares a witty and charming tone that will resonate with Where the Crawdads Sing fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like Where the Crawdads Sing
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mad Honey | Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan | 0 | — | — | Closest match |
| Murder at Gulls Nest | Jess Kidd | 4.3 | 2026 | 336 | Similar vibes |
| A Death on Corfu | Emily Sullivan | 4.4 | 2025 | 288 | Similar vibes |
| Pony Confidential | Christina Lynch | 4.4 | 2024 | 384 | Similar vibes |
| The Little Liar | Mitch Albom | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Queens of Crime | Marie Benedict | 4.2 | 2025 | 310 | Similar vibes |
| Name of the Rose | Umberto Eco | 0 | 1995 | — | Similar vibes |
| The River Knows Your Name | Kelly Mustian | 4.3 | 2025 | 432 | Similar vibes |
| Small Mercies | Dennis Lehane | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie | Alan Bradley | 0 | 2009 | — | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to Where the Crawdads Sing?
The most similar books to Where the Crawdads Sing are Mad Honey, Murder at Gulls Nest, A Death on Corfu.
What should I read after Where the Crawdads Sing?
After finishing Where the Crawdads Sing, readers most commonly pick up Mad Honey next.
Who writes books like Delia Owens?
Authors similar to Delia Owens include Kristin Hannah, Barbara Kingsolver.
What genre is Where the Crawdads Sing?
Where the Crawdads Sing is a Mystery novel by Delia Owens. It features elements of Coming of Age, Nature Writing, Murder Mystery.
How long is Where the Crawdads Sing?
Where the Crawdads Sing varies in length depending on edition.
Does Where the Crawdads Sing have romance/spice?
Where the Crawdads Sing has a spice level of 1/5. This book has light romantic elements.
About Where the Crawdads Sing
An exquisite blend of coming-of-age story, murder mystery, and nature writing, this debut novel follows Kya Clark, the isolated "Marsh Girl" who survives alone in the North Carolina wilderness after being abandoned by her family. When a local man is found dead, Kya becomes the prime suspect, forcing her to confront the prejudices of a town that has always shunned her. Owens, a wildlife scientist, brings stunning authenticity to her descriptions of the natural world, creating a lush, atmospheric setting that becomes almost a character itself. Ideal for readers who enjoyed *The Great Alone* or *Educated*, this emotionally resonant tale celebrates resilience, the healing power of nature, and the strength found in solitude.