Summary

This text comprises excerpts from Delia Owens' novel, Where the Crawdads Sing. The provided sections detail the protagonist Kya's life growing up in the North Carolina marsh, including her abandonment by her family, her struggles with poverty and prejudice, and her developing relationship with Tate Walker. Excerpted passages show Kya's education, her artistic pursuits, and the unfolding mystery surrounding the death of Chase Andrews. The excerpts also include legal and investigative elements related to the murder trial. Finally, the text offers details on the book's publication information and other works by the author.