"Where the Crawdads Sing" is a novel by Delia Owens that follows the life of Kya Clark, a young girl who grows up isolated in the marshes of North Carolina. Abandoned by her family, Kya learns to survive on her own, developing a deep connection with nature and the wildlife around her. The story explores themes of loneliness, resilience, and the impact of societal rejection. The narrative intertwines Kya's coming-of-age journey with a murder mystery involving the death of Chase Andrews, a local man. As the investigation unfolds, the novel examines prejudice, love, and the complexities of human relationships in the context of the Southern United States.