In Shaker Heights, a placid, progressive suburb of Cleveland, everything is planned-from the layout of the winding roads, to the colors of the houses, to the successful lives its residents will go on to lead. Little Fires Everywhere explores the weight of secrets, the nature of art and identity, and the ferocious pull of motherhood-and the danger of believing that following the rules can avert disaster.
The author gives a brief introduction to the novel:
To learn more about Celeste Ng, author of Little Fires Everywhere, read her author bio available on her website.
In the video below from CBS Sunday morning, Ng returns to Shaker Heights and reflects on her experiences growing up in the Ohio town that inspired Little Fires Everywhere.
