The Virgin of Small Plains
The Virgin of Small Plains
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Small Plains, Kansas • 1980s
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Virgin of Small Plains by Nancy Pickard follows individuals in a Kansas town unraveling the mystery of an unsolved murder from seventeen years ago. The discovery of a young woman's body triggers long-buried secrets and unexpected revelations, as community members confront their past connections and hidden truths while seeking closure and justice.
Mysterious
Dark
Suspenseful
Melancholic
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
7,716 ratings
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Review Roundup
In The Virgin of Small Plains, Nancy Pickard crafts a compelling mystery set in Kansas, praised for its vivid setting and intricate plot. Readers appreciate the strong characterization and emotional depth. Some critique the pacing as uneven, but overall, the novel is lauded for its suspense and ability to weave past and present seamlessly, keeping readers engaged.
Who Should Read The Virgin of Small Plains?
Readers who enjoy The Virgin of Small Plains by Nancy Pickard are likely drawn to atmospheric mysteries set in small-town America, akin to works like To Kill a Mockingbird and Mystic River. They appreciate complex characters, suspenseful storylines, and themes of secrets and redemption.
7,716 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Small Plains, Kansas • 1980s
2006
Adult
18+ years
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