We Need to Talk About Kevin by Lionel Shriver
A mother struggles to come to terms with her son's horrific crime.
Summary
We Need to Talk About Kevin is a 2003 novel by Lionel Shriver, which tells the story of a mother coming to terms with the monstrous acts of her son. Eva Khatchadourian struggles to understand how her son Kevin could have committed a horrific massacre at his high school. As she reflects on her past, she is forced to confront her own failings as a mother and the truth of her son's nature.
Interpretation
We Need to Talk About Kevin is a powerful exploration of the complex relationship between a mother and her son. It is a story of guilt, regret, and the difficulty of understanding the motivations of another person. It is a story of how a mother's love can be tested to its limits.
Who is this book for?
We Need to Talk About Kevin is suitable for adults and mature teenagers.
Keywords
Psychological, Thriller, Family, Crime, Drama