IELTS Speaking tip
Listen to podcasts in English to develop listening and speaking skills.
Vocabulary
- novel
- plot
- character
- author
- setting
- theme
- genre
- impact
- recommendation
- insight
- emotion
- perspective
- journey
- reflection
- narrative
Sample Answer
One book that I recently read is "Where the Crawdads Sing" by Delia Owens. This novel centers around a young girl named Kya, who grows up isolated in the marshes of North Carolina after being abandoned by her family. The story beautifully intertwines her coming-of-age journey with a murder mystery as Kya becomes the prime suspect in the death of a local man named Chase Andrews.
I chose to read this book primarily because of the glowing recommendations I received from friends and reviews online. The allure of nature's beauty, coupled with a compelling narrative about loneliness, resilience, and the connection to the natural world, drew me in. Additionally, I have always had a penchant for mystery novels, and the idea of combining it with rich descriptions of the Southern landscape intrigued me.
After finishing the book, I felt a deep emotional connection to Kya’s character. Her story resonated with me on many levels, and it evoked a mix of empathy and sadness, reflecting on themes of abandonment and survival. The vivid imagery of the marshes and the exploration of human relationships lingered with me long after I had closed the book. Overall, "Where the Crawdads Sing" left a lasting impression, prompting me to reflect on my own experiences and connections to nature.
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