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Second Glance: A Novel by Jodi Picoult

Second Glance by Jodi Picoult is a novel that blends a present-day Vermont land dispute with ghostly events, a search for love beyond death, and the history of the state's eugenics project. Its intertwined mysteries and multiple characters suit readers who enjoy layered, research-informed fiction, though the plot may feel complex.

At a glance

Set in present-day Vermont, where a proposed sale of land provokes a dispute over an alleged burial ground.
Combines ghostly events and a love story with a historical thread about Vermont's eugenics project in the 1920s and 30s.
The Kindle listing specifies screen-reader support and enhanced typesetting, alongside X-Ray, Word Wise and Page Flip.

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Pros and cons

Pros

Connects a supernatural mystery and romantic story with a historical subject, giving readers several threads to follow.
The Kindle edition lists multiple reading features, including screen-reader support and enhanced typesetting.

Technical specifications

12 specifications

Book details
Publisher	Atria Books
Publication date	April 8 2003
Edition	Reissue
Language	English
Print length	448 pages
ISBN-13	978-0743480758

Kindle edition details
File size	3.0 MB
Screen Reader	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	Enabled
X-Ray	Enabled
Word Wise	Enabled
Page Flip	Enabled

What to know before buying

Customer feedback describes the plot and character development as divisive, with some readers finding the story intricate and others finding it convoluted or its characters difficult to follow.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Readers of Jodi Picoult interested in supernatural fiction, romance and historical themes.
Readers comfortable with a layered plot and a large cast of characters.

Less suited to

Readers seeking a straightforward plot or a tightly limited cast, given reported mixed reactions to complexity and character tracking.

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.2 / 5 · 4,867 ratings

5 stars51%51%
4 stars28%28%
3 stars14%14%
2 stars4%4%
1 star3%3%

Customer feedback highlights an engaging, compelling story, praise for Picoult's writing and research, and mixed reactions to the plot and character development. For readers drawn to its linked supernatural, romantic and historical threads, that complexity may be part of the appeal, but it may be harder to follow for those who prefer a simpler narrative.

Positive themes

Readers praise the content and describe the story as interesting and compelling.
The writing style and research receive positive mentions.

Mixed feedback

Opinions differ on whether the plot's intricacy is compelling or convoluted.
Character development draws some readers in, while others find the characters difficult to follow.

Frequently asked questions

What is Second Glance about?

The story follows supernatural events and a land dispute in a Vermont town, alongside Ross Wakeman's search for connection after his fiancée's death. It also explores the state's eugenics history.

Is this listing for a Kindle edition?

The details include a file size and Kindle reading features such as X-Ray, Word Wise and Page Flip. Confirm the selected format before buying if you want a print copy.

Is the plot easy to follow?

Customer feedback is mixed. Some readers appreciate its intricacy, while others find the plot convoluted and have trouble following the characters.