We Need to Talk About Kevin
Brief Overview
The book «We Need to Talk About Kevin» by Lionel Shriver tells the story of Eva Khatchadourian, the mother of a teenage boy named Kevin who commits a mass shooting at his school. The narrative unfolds through letters Eva writes to her husband Franklin, as she tries to understand what led their son to such a horrific act. Eva reflects on her motherhood, the fraught relationship with Kevin from his birth, and how their family gradually fell apart. The book explores themes of parental responsibility, the nature of evil, and the search for meaning in tragedy.
Date of publication: 26 August 2024
Updated: 13 November 2026
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Genre: Contemporary Fiction
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