WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING is a captivating story of loneliness, resilience, love, and survival, set against the beautiful and mysterious landscape of the North Carolina marshes.

For years, the people of Barkley Cove have whispered about Kya Clark, a young woman known as the “Marsh Girl.” Living largely on her own in the marsh, Kya grows up surrounded by nature and learns to depend on herself. Sensitive, intelligent, and deeply connected to her surroundings, she finds comfort and companionship in the natural world.

WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING takes a dramatic turn when Kya becomes connected with two young men from the nearby town and begins to experience friendship, love, and a sense of belonging. But when one of them is found dead, suspicion quickly falls on Kya, drawing her into a mystery that threatens the life she has built.