"I Have Some Questions for You" by Rebecca Makkai

"I Have Some Questions for You" by Rebecca Makkai is a gripping mystery novel that explores the dark secrets of a New Hampshire boarding school. Bodie Kane, a successful film professor, and podcaster is asked to teach a course at Granby School, the same school she attended years ago. Although Bodie is reluctant to revisit her past, she becomes fascinated with the unsolved murder of her former roommate, Thalia Keith, which occurred during their senior year. As Bodie delves deeper into the case, she discovers flaws in the conviction of the school's athletic trainer, Omar Evans, and wonders if the real killer is still out there.

Makkai's writing is impeccable, with well-crafted prose that immerses the reader in the story. The characters are well-developed and believable, making it easy to become invested in their lives and the outcome of the story. Bodie is a complex protagonist, haunted by her past and struggling to reconcile her memories with the reality of what happened to Thalia. As she uncovers new evidence, Bodie is forced to confront her own complicity in the tragedy and grapple with the weight of her guilt.

The plot is expertly crafted, with a transfixing mystery at its core. Makkai expertly weaves together the past and present, building tension and suspense as Bodie uncovers new leads and confronts the people who were involved in the case. The pacing is just right, with twists and turns that keep the reader guessing until the very end.

In addition to the mystery, "I Have Some Questions for You" explores themes of collective memory and the impact of the past on the present. Makkai raises important questions about how we remember traumatic events and how our memories can shape our identities and relationships.

Overall, "I Have Some Questions for You" is a compulsive page-turner and a literary triumph. Makkai's writing is both timely and timeless, making this a must-read for fans of mystery, suspense, and literary fiction. 

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