Set against the backdrop of 1970s small-town Ohio, 'Everything I Never Told You' by Celeste Ng is a poignant family saga that begins with a haunting mystery: Lydia Lee is dead, but her family is unaware. As Lydia's parents, Marilyn and James, grapple with the shattered dreams they had vested in their favorite daughter, the Lees' frayed connections unravel further. Guided by the innocent observations of Lydia's youngest sister Hannah, the novel delves into the complex weave of family expectations, cultural divides, and the silent strands of misunderstanding that weave through the lives of each member. It's an intimate examination of love and loss, and an incisive portrayal of the persistent quest for belonging and identity.