A winner of an Edgar, awarded by the Mystery Writers of America each year, Ordinary Grace tells the story of Frank and his Brother Jake in rural Minnesota.
Following the murder of a young boy, Frank begins to understand the complexities of adult life as he comes of age. Many secrets are revealed in the wake of the murder, each one challenging Frank's innocence and faith. However, it's his brother Jake that reminds him grace can be found even in the most ordinary circumstances.
Inspired by the author's own childhood growing up in Minnesota, it brilliantly evokes the setting and characters.
This summary can help you read and appreciate the novel.
A summary of each chapter
A short biography of the author, William Kent Kreuger
A critical analysis of the novel
A discussion of the important characters and their role in the story
A look into the themes explored by the story
Discussion questions to help you read and talk about the novel.
This book serves as an accompaniment to the bestseller Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger. It is meant to broaden the reader's understanding of the book and to offer some insights which can easily be overlooked. You should order a copy of the actual book before reading this.