The Storyteller by Jodi Picoult — Kindle Edition
Kindle Edition: The Storyteller is a novel by Jodi Picoult about Sage Singer, a baker whose friendship with an elderly man leads to a confession and a morally and legally difficult request. Its themes include secrets, history, grief and the power of stories.
At a glance
- A dramatic novel centred on Sage Singer, a baker who forms an unexpected friendship with Josef Weber.
- A confession puts Sage in conflict between moral consequences and possible legal consequences.
- Listing details identify this as an English-language Kindle edition with screen-reader support and enhanced typesetting.
Reference price: $28.03
Price checked: Nov 12, 2026
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Pros
- The premise pairs an intimate story about grief and friendship with a difficult ethical dilemma.
- Screen-reader support and Word Wise are listed for readers who use those Kindle features.
Technical specifications
12 specifications| Publisher | Atria/Emily Bestler Books |
|---|---|
| Publication date | Feb. 26 2013 |
| Edition | Reprint |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 478 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1439149706 |
| File size | 3.8 MB |
| Screen Reader | Supported |
|---|---|
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
| X-Ray | Enabled |
| Word Wise | Enabled |
| Page Flip | Enabled |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in character-driven fiction about secrets, grief and moral choices.
- Readers looking for a historical and psychological story with an emotional, thought-provoking premise.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a light or purely escapist story, as the listing describes a controversial subject and serious moral stakes.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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28% 28% - 3 stars
8% 8% - 2 stars
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Customer feedback describes the novel as engrossing and compelling, with praise for its storyline, descriptive writing and emotional, thought-provoking treatment of a controversial subject. This aligns with the listing's serious moral premise, though the feedback does not establish how every reader will respond. Aggregate ratings are mostly in the top two star categories, but they do not explain individual readers' reasons.
Positive themes
- Customer feedback praises the engaging story, plot and descriptive writing.
- Readers are reported to find the novel riveting and emotionally affecting.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Storyteller about?
Sage Singer, a baker coping with grief, befriends Josef Weber, whose confession leads him to ask her for a consequential favour. The story explores secrets, moral responsibility and the past.
What edition is listed?
The product details identify an English-language Kindle edition, marked as a reprint, with a listed print length of 478 pages.
Does the Kindle edition support accessibility and reading tools?
The listing states that screen readers are supported and that enhanced typesetting, X-Ray, Word Wise and Page Flip are enabled.
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