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Little Fires Everywhere
Liz Tigelaar · Series · 2020
What hooked you in Little Fires Everywhere is the way domestic tranquility masks the explosive, long-buried secrets that eventually dismantle families.
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Common questions
Is Little Fires Everywhere based on a book?
Yes, the 2020 television series Little Fires Everywhere is an adaptation of the 2018 novel of the same name. Both versions explore the intertwined lives of the Richardson family and an enigmatic mother and daughter who arrive in their community.
What themes are explored in Little Fires Everywhere?
Little Fires Everywhere examines the weight of secrets, the nature of art and identity, and the ferocious pull of motherhood. The story highlights the danger in believing that following the rules can avert disaster when the lives of two families become deeply intertwined.
Who created the Little Fires Everywhere TV series?
The 2020 television adaptation of Little Fires Everywhere was created by Liz Tigelaar. The series focuses on the complex relationship between the picture-perfect Richardson family and the mysterious mother and daughter who upend their lives.
Does Little Fires Everywhere follow the book's plot?
The 2020 television series Little Fires Everywhere is adapted from the 2018 book. Both formats center on the intertwined fates of the Richardson family and the enigmatic mother and daughter who challenge their perceptions of identity and the consequences of following the rules.