The Secrets She Carried
The Secrets She Carried
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
North Carolina • Contemporary
2013
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Secrets She Carried by Barbara Davis explores family secrets and personal discovery. The story follows a woman returning to her grandmother's North Carolina home after her death. She uncovers hidden truths about her family's past and finds personal healing. The narrative intertwines themes of forgiveness, redemption, and the impact of long-buried secrets.
Mysterious
Emotional
Contemplative
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
6,444 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Secrets She Carried by Barbara Davis captivates readers with its evocative writing and well-drawn characters, earning praise for its compelling narrative and emotional depth. However, some reviewers note a predictable plot and felt the pacing was uneven. Overall, it’s an engaging read with themes of love and redemption.
Who Should Read The Secrets She Carried?
A reader who enjoys The Secrets She Carried by Barbara Davis likely appreciates emotional, multi-generational family dramas and uncovering hidden pasts. Fans of Kristin Hannah's The Nightingale or Diane Chamberlain's The Secret Life of CeeCee Wilkes would find similar themes of secrets and redemption compelling.
6,444 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
North Carolina • Contemporary
2013
Adult
18+ years
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