43 pages • 1 hour read
Mary LawsonCrow Lake
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Mary Lawson's Crow Lake has garnered praise for its evocative prose and deeply emotional narrative, capturing the struggles and bonds of a remote Canadian family. Critics commend Lawson's character development and sense of place. However, some note a slow plot pace. Overall, it offers a poignant exploration of grief and resilience. Ward, Mary. “Review of Crow Lake.” The Literary Journal, vol. 28, no. 3, 2023, pp. 23-24.
Who Should Read Crow Lake?
Readers who enjoy Crow Lake by Mary Lawson are drawn to poignant family sagas set in rural landscapes. Fans of introspective narratives like Kent Haruf's Plainsong or Marilynne Robinson's Gilead will find resonance in Lawson's exploration of sibling bonds, personal loss, and the impact of childhood experiences.
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Reading Age
16+yearsLexile Level
880L