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Synopsis

In this contemporary tale of love and friendship, Jodi Picoult brings to life a familiar world, and in a single terrifying moment awakens every parent's worse fear: We think we know our children… but do we ever really know them at all?

Chris: Emily's Boyfriend

  • Very sensitive about death and killing things
  • Has a rebellious yet innocent personality

Gus: Chris' Mom

  • Seems like a "cool mom" to have
  • Cares about Chris and Emily
  • Has a sweet spot for Michael

James: Chris' Dad

  • Very Gruff with Chris
  • Doesn't show he cares much about his family
  • He loves his job more than anything

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Emily: Chris' girlfriend

  • Very Insecure
  • Not very open about her personal life

Melanie: Emily's Mom

  • Very overprotective of Emily
  • Considered to be a Witchy Woman (in my opinion)

Michael: Emily's Dad

  • Has a thing for Gus (Chris' mom)
  • Very intelligent
  • Cares a lot about Chris

Chris and Emily have been together since birth- Literally. Chris realized he liked Emily more than a friend when they were 12, But are they destined to live out their lives together?

  • Emily was molested when 12 in the mall bathroom after walking into the mens bathroom that Chris dared her to (this is an extremely important event throughout the book)
  • Emily Keeps a very specific Journal and is very suicidal
  • Chris Genuinely cares for Emily but doesn't know what she wants 90% of the time
  • Gus and Michael have a odd love connection But their kids are in a relationship and they are both married

The Pact By Jodi Picoult

Presented by: Olivia Good

Important Setting

Timeline (Dates N/A)

The Carousal Is a MAJOR factor in this book!

Chris used to run the carousal before it shut down and he ran it for Emily whenever she wants.

  • Chris and Emily Were Born
  • They bond a sibling like friendship for many years
  • About 12 years later Chris makes the first move on new years eve
  • Chris goes hare hunting and gets queezy
  • Emily and Chris fall head over heals- Or do they?
  • Emily Finds out she is pregnant and doesn't tell Chris
  • Senior year of High School at the Carousal Emily Commits suicide in front of Chris. (Chris supplied the gun and TWO Bullets)
  • Chris is put on trial for murder of the second degree

Which leaves us to the Question: What would cause Emily Gold to kill herself?

All the Little Details

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Main Characters

The Harte Family

The Gold Family

Book Reviews

"Engrossing… The Pact is compelling reading, right up to the stunning courtroom conclusion. Bottom line: Picoult's deft touch makes this her breakout novel."

—PEOPLE magazine

The Pact

(movie)

Will Chris Harte Be Charged With MURDER?

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