'Little Fires Everywhere' By Celeste Ng Has To Be Your Next Summer Read | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Entertainment

'Little Fires Everywhere' By Celeste Ng Has To Be Your Next Summer Read

Pick up "Little Fires Everywhere" this summer. You won't regret it.

12
'Little Fires Everywhere' By Celeste Ng Has To Be Your Next Summer Read

"To say I love this book is an understatement. It's a deep psychological mystery about the power of motherhood, the intensity of teenage love, and the danger of perfection. It moved me to tears." —Reese Witherspoon

"Little Fires Everywhere" explores the relationship of the picture-perfect Richardson family and the mother-daughter duo that upend their lives. Shaker Heights is a suburb in Cleveland where everything is picturesque. Everything is planned. The layout, the lives of the residents, and the rules of this suburb guide the residents' principles.

Shaker Heights is like a placid bubble from the chaos of the outside world. Mia Warren, a single mother and artist, enters this idyllic town with her teenage daughter Pearl. They rent a house from the Richardson's and soon they become more than just tenants.

All four of the Richardson children are drawn to this pair, but Mia has secrets that threaten to blow up the community. When family friends of the Richardsons attempt to adopt a Chinese American baby, a custody battle erupts and splits half the town. This battle puts Mia and Elena Richardson on opposing sides.

Elena suspects Mia and makes it her mission to reveal the secrets of Mia's past. Her obsession brings unintended and devastating consequences. This novel explores the heavyweight of secrets, the nature of identity, the powerful pull of motherhood, and the danger that following the rules offers protection from danger.

The Hulu Original based on the book is Emmy nominated with a 78% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Starring the powerful actresses Reese Witherspoon and Kerry Washington, this series has a wonderful cast that portrays the characters in the novel truthfully. This is another Hello Sunshine Book Club pick and a piece that was produced by Reese Witherspoon.

Although different, the adaptation is worth the watch and is very binge-able. The series ends where the book ends, so it is only eight episodes. If you're looking for a book or show to watch this summer that is entertaining and thought-provoking, I definitely recommend "Little Fires Everywhere".

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Adulting

18 Things I Want To Do Now That I'm 18

I'm technically an adult, so I'm legally required to live a little, right?

252
Happy Birthday Cake

For the entirety of my high school career, I was always seen as the goody-two-shoes. I never got in trouble with a teacher, I kept stellar grades, and when I wasn't doing extracurricular activities, I was at home studying. Even when I did go out, it was usually with a bunch of fellow band geeks. The night would end before 11:00 PM and the only controversial activity would be a fight based on who unfairly won a round of Apples-to-Apples when someone else clearly had a better card (I promise I'm not still holding a grudge).

Now that I'm officially an adult, I want to pursue some new things. I want to experience life in a way that I never allowed myself to do prior to entering college. These are the years that I'm supposed to embark on a journey of self-discovery, so what better way to do that than to create a bucket list?

Keep Reading...Show less
Featured

10 Life Lessons from Christmas Classics

The holiday classics that shaped my life

126
10 Life Lessons from Christmas Classics
Flickr

The holiday season is full of stress, debt, and forced conversation. While we rush through the month of December, it's important to take a step back and enjoy the moments before they're gone. Most families love to watch Christmas movies, but these beloved films provide more than entertainment. Here are 10 life lessons that I've learned from the holiday classics we watch every year.

Keep Reading...Show less
Featured

15 Mind-Bending Riddles

Hopefully they will make you laugh.

198939
 Ilistrated image of the planet and images of questions
StableDiffusion

I've been super busy lately with school work, studying, etc. Besides the fact that I do nothing but AP chemistry and AP economics, I constantly think of stupid questions that are almost impossible to answer. So, maybe you could answer them for me, and if not then we can both wonder what the answers to these 15 questions could be.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

Most Epic Aurora Borealis Photos: October 2024

As if May wasn't enough, a truly spectacular Northern Lights show lit up the sky on Oct. 10, 2024

20112
stunning aurora borealis display over a forest of trees and lake
StableDiffusion

From sea to shining sea, the United States was uniquely positioned for an incredible Aurora Borealis display on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, going into Friday, Oct. 11.

It was the second time this year after an historic geomagnetic storm in May 2024. Those Northern Lights were visible in Europe and North America, just like this latest rendition.

Keep Reading...Show less
 silhouette of a woman on the beach at sunrise
StableDiffusion

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of suicide/suicidal thoughts.

When you are feeling down, please know that there are many reasons to keep living.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments