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The Whispers
by Ashley Audrain
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book like The Push by Audrain addresses the complexity of supposed unconditional love that should occur between parent and child. Audrain creates a tension filled situation for four sets of neighbors who hold each others’ secrets to protect their friends. When a ten year old boy is found outside a two story window, the story weaves through the scenarios of murder by a mother who has struggled to bond with a child or a suicide by a child who doesn’t feel loved by a family or his friends. The end will take you by surprise; however, true to form, Audrain does not answer any questions and leaves the audience wondering how these families will survive after this traumatic situation.
Told in a n alternating narration, Audrain is able to provide characterization for the female characters that delves into their doubts and insecurities. She allows them to questions their thoughts and decisions, as well as speculate about the “what if” questions.
Told in a n alternating narration, Audrain is able to provide characterization for the female characters that delves into their doubts and insecurities. She allows them to questions their thoughts and decisions, as well as speculate about the “what if” questions.