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?