Saint X by Alexis Schaitkin

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Plot Summary The story centers on Claire, who is only seven years old when her 18-year-old sister, Alison, disappears on the last night of a family vacation at a luxury resort on the fictional island of Saint X. Alison’s body is found days later, and two local resort employees are arrested but soon released due to a lack of evidence. The case becomes a national tabloid sensation, but the mystery remains unsolved. Years later, Claire is living in New York City when she has a chance encounter with Clive Richardson, one of the men originally suspected of her sister’s murder. This meeting sparks an obsession in Claire, leading her on a quest to uncover the truth about what happened that night and to understand who her sister really was. Key Themes Race and Privilege: The novel examines the chasm between the lives of the privileged tourists and the island locals, highlighting the dynamics of race and class in the context of the tragedy. Grief and Obsession: The narrative delves into the long-lasting psychological effects of Alison’s death on all involved, particularly Claire’s consuming obsession with the case and its impact on her life. Identity and Perception: The book questions how we perceive others and ourselves, exploring how a single event can define the lives of many different people.

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