Published in 2016 by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group, "The Crow Girl" emerges as a literary achievement penned by the pseudonymous duo, Erik Axl Sund. Hailing from Sweden, the authors behind the collective pseudonym are Jerker Eriksson and Hkan Axlander Sundquist. While their individual backgrounds remain shrouded in mystery, their collaboration has yielded a work of staggering depth and complexity. This Swedish masterpiece quickly gained international acclaim, captivating readers worldwide with its haunting narrative and chilling exploration of the human psyche. Translated into numerous languages, the work of fiction, transcends cultural boundaries, resonating with audiences far beyond its country of origin. The book marks the authors' first …show more content…
The pacing can be intense as the authors intricately set the stage for plot twists. At times, it may even feel overwhelming to the casual reader, as the authors meticulously lay the groundwork for the shocking revelations to come. Despite that, "The Crow Girl" is an immersive and thought-provoking read that rewards careful attention. Sund's evocative prose and nuanced characterizations breathe life into a cast of deeply flawed yet compelling characters, each grappling with their own demons. One particularly poignant excerpt that exemplifies Sund's mastery of the craft is: "In the end, we are all just fragments of our past, trapped in a web of our own making, longing for redemption but unable to escape the shadows that haunt us." This haunting reflection serves as a poignant reminder of the novel's central themes and the profound impact of trauma on the human psyche. In terms of the author's approach to the subject matter, Sund adopts a topical and analytical stance, delving deep into the psychological reasoning of abuse and trauma. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, the authors shed light on the darkest aspects of the human condition, challenging readers to confront uncomfortable …show more content…
By confronting readers with the stark reality of violence, Sund underscores the gravity of the themes explored in the novel. The visceral nature of these scenes forces us to confront the true horror of abuse and trauma, challenging us to look beyond the surface Overall, "The Crow Girl" is a triumph of psychological suspense and thriller that will leave readers gaping from start to finish. With its compelling characters, intricate plot, and thought-provoking themes, it stands as a testament to the power of storytelling to illuminate the darkest corners of the human psyche, without glorifying or sensationalizing them. Instead, the authors present these themes in a manner that is raw and unflinching, delving into the impact on both victims and perpetrators, exploring the psychological scars it leaves behind. I would wholeheartedly recommend "The Crow Girl" to fans of the genre, who know what they are getting into, as well as anyone seeking a challenging and immersive literary experience. However, due to its challenging subject matter and occasional pacing issues, I deducted half a point from my rating, giving it a solid 4.5 out of 5
Evaluation: I thought the book was very exciting and suspenseful like her other books. The book had very good detail and an interesting plot. I liked the twist when Juan and the girl’s father came upon Glenn walking down the road. I also liked how the author described the action in great detail. It made me feel like I was right there seeing it all happen firsthand. I don’t think that the author could’ve made this book any better than she did already.
The poignant novel, Crow Lake, is written by Canadian author, Mary Lawson. The novel is narrated by Kate Morrison, who is the second child in the Morrison family. Seven-year-old Kate, her one and half year old sister, Bo, and her two older brothers Luke and Matt, are left orphans after their parents die in a car accident. Kate Morrison shares her past and present interactions with her siblings, as she is now an adult. From the beginning of the novel, the author illustrates that there will be conflict in Kate and Matt’s relationship, since in the prologue, Kate says, “what took place between Matt and me can’t be explained.” (Pg. 3) The novel shows that siblings are closer with each other when they are younger. Also, breakdowns of previous relationships affect new relationships that appear in people’s lives. Finally, the novel shows that when
When faced with a traumatic experience, one’s true nature reveals itself. The trauma forces those suffering from it to cope. How one copes is directly linked to their personality. Some will push everything away, while others will hold whatever they can close. Both of these coping mechanisms can be observed in the two short stories “The Jilting of Granny Weatherall” by Katherine Anne Porter and “A Rose for Emily” by William Faulkner. In “The Jilting of Granny Weatherall” and “A Rose for Emily,” the two protagonists prominent characteristics distinctly affect the way the protagonists copes when faced with trauma and the outcome of the short stories endings. To begin, Granny Weatherall is a prideful control freak. While, in contrast, Miss Emily is delusional and stubborn.
All through the times of the intense expectation, overwhelming sadness, and inspiring hope in this novel comes a feeling of relief in knowing that this family will make it through the wearisome times with triumph in their faces. The relationships that the mother shares with her children and parents are what save her from despair and ruin, and these relationships are the key to any and all families emerging from the depths of darkness into the fresh air of hope and happiness.
Throughout the novel, crucial family members and friends of the girl that died are meticulously reshaped by her absence. Lindsey, the sister, outgrows her timidity and develops a brave, fearless demeanor, while at the same time she glows with independence. Abigail, the mother, frees herself from the barbed wire that protected her loved ones yet caused her great pain, as well as learns that withdrawing oneself from their role in society may be the most favorable choice. Ruth, the remote friend from school, determines her career that will last a lifetime. and escapes from the dark place that she was drowning in before. Thus, next time one is overcome with grief, they must remember that constructive change is guaranteed to
To seek to discuss the novel’s construction, for instance, in more comprehensively detailed terms, is to find oneself confronted by the necessity of accounting for the kinds of provocation, refusal, or contempt that seem evident in its many ostensible narrative defects or excesses—for instance, the text’s hasty and foreshortened treatment of plot, its repeated implausibilities and coincidences, its arbitrary, dis integrated, extemporized phases of narration, its gaps and enigmas, the sheer extendedness of its wandering, abandoned, destitute, disorientated, or surreal intervals, its gothic elements, its banal and dismissive resolution of the narrative of the ghostly nun, its exploration of altered, delirious, griefstricken, and disintegrated states of mind, its misleading use of narrative cues, its broadcasting of divergent and synthesized elements within a sentence or paragraph, and so
Overall, this book was enjoyable to read, it wasn’t incredible, but it was good. The characters made it easy to root for them. This book is not for the faint of heart, due to some gory descriptions, however I liked it and would recommend reading it.
In conclusion, the first chapter of Grief Girl was great. If it were not for Erin Vincent’s descriptive details of that night, I do not think I would have been able to connect with her feelings and truly understand her pain. Going through the grieving process is extremely difficult. The fact that Vincent wrote this novel means
The story of "The Crow" (a graphic novel turned movie) is the story of Eric Draven, a handsome young musician living in the dark gloom of a gothic-industrialized city plagued by continual rain. He is set to wed a beautiful girl when she is raped and left to die by a gang of criminals. Upon arriving to witness it in progress (taking place at his own home), Draven is killed as well; pushed out of a window as high as a skyscraper. The story then chronicles his resurrection from the dead in order to avenge their murders. His only lifeline (or shall we say deathline) is through a black crow. The crow is the connection between the dead and the living, providing Draven with the means to be immortal for one night only. If the crow is harmed then Draven will lose his immortality and assume mortality, putting an end to his plans for revenge. The conflict of the story comes as Draven attempts to execute the criminals one by one, but is cut short by the harming of the crow. He fights to overcome this and prove successful in his journey.
Sothern gothic literature that include Works like Flannery O’Connor’s “A Late encounter with the enemy” incorporates the idea of “investigating madness, decay and despair, and the continuing pressures of the past upon the present, particularly with respect to the lost ideals of a dispossessed Southern aristocracy and to the continuance of racial hostilities.”(Marshall 3). These ideas all share a common theme that O’Connor brings to the table in “A Late Encounter with the enemy, along with “The American South serves as the nation’s ‘other,’ becoming the repository of everything from which the nation wants to disassociate itself” (Marshall 3–4). But in true Gothic fashion, the horrors of the past continue to dominate the present.” (Marshall 12). Flannery O’Connor gives readers insight into the life of the granddaughter Sally Poker Sash and how she heavily relies on her families past lineage to shape her present and future in this southern gothic horror (O’Connor 87).
When the laws of justice crumble for Indigenous youth, silencing the pain of the seven fallen and leaving the guilty unpunished, a nation loses its moral compass. This is a fundamental truth: a system that appears impartial but denies fair treatment to individuals or groups is a form of injustice. Throughout Canadian history, injustice has been presented by various groups, as evidenced by the tragic case of the seven “feathers.” The seven students, for instance, all faced prejudice and discriminatory hostility within the Thunder Bay community due to systemic issues. This unlawful action constitutes injustice, as the implementation of sending their children to seek adequate education ultimately forced them into low-status roles within the community,
Toni Morrison's novel, Beloved, reveals the effects of human emotion and its power to cast an individual into a struggle against him or herself. In the beginning of the novel, the reader sees the main character, Sethe, as a woman who is resigned to her desolate life and isolates herself from all those around her. Yet, she was once a woman full of feeling: she had loved her husband Halle, loved her four young children, and loved the days of the Clearing. And thus, Sethe was jaded when she began her life at 124 Bluestone Road-- she had loved too much. After failing to 'save' her children from the schoolteacher, Sethe suffered forever with guilt and regret. Guilt for having killed her "crawling already?" baby daughter, and then regret for not having succeeded in her task. It later becomes apparent that Sethe's tragic past, her chokecherry tree, was the reason why she lived a life of isolation. Beloved, who shares with Seths that one fatal moment, reacts to it in a completely different way; because of her obsessive and vengeful love, she haunts Sethe's house and fights the forces of death, only to come back in an attempt to take her mother's life. Through her usage of symbolism, Morrison exposes the internal conflicts that encumber her characters. By contrasting those individuals, she shows tragedy in the human condition. Both Sethe and Beloved suffer the devastating emotional effects of that one fateful event: while the guilty mother who lived refuses to passionately love again, the daughter who was betrayed fights heaven and hell- in the name of love- just to live again.
William Faulkner takes us back in time with his Gothic short story known as, “A Rose for Emily.” Almost every sentence gives a new piece of evidence to lead the reader to the overall theme of death, isolation, and trying to maintain traditions. The reader can conclude the theme through William Faulkner’s use of literary devices such as his choice of characters, the setting, the diction, the tone, and the plot line.
8.Recommendation: I wouldn’t recommend this book for anyone to read because it’s quite boring and very confusing in some parts of the story. Well it’s confusing to me and it’s like the most weirdest book I have ever read. Someone who likes to read novels or read in general would like this book because or if they like this genre they would like this
William Faulkner’s story “A Rose for Emily” is an example of gothic literature. Faulkner shows sadness for the love that is not returned and a drive that Emily uses to get what she wishes for. He has a gloomy and mysterious tone. One of the themes of the story is that people should let go of their past, move on with the present so that they can focus on welcoming their future. Emily was the evidence of a person who always lived in the shadow of her past, because she was afraid of changing for the future. She would not let go of the past throughout all her life, keeping everything she loved in the past with her.