My Murder

Name: My Murder
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781035400782
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an absorbing thriller with a shocking twist you won't see coming

By Katie Williams

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Summary

Lou has been murdered. She was the fifth victim of the serial killer Edward Early. Now, Lou has been cloned along with the other victims as part of a government-funded replication project. These women meet regularly to support one another as they navigate society's obsession with their existence.

When Lou helps fellow victim Fern arrange a visit with Edward Early, she uncovers a shocking secret that forces her to question the truth surrounding her own death. Can she solve her murder and expose the hidden realities?
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Ideal for readers of crime thrillers and speculative fiction who enjoy complex, thought-provoking narratives that combine domestic suspense with futuristic elements and ethical questions around technology and identity.

A massively suspenseful speculative thriller with echoes of Black Mirror and Behind Her Eyes. A young mother is brought back to life as a clone after she is murdered by a notorious serial killer, and takes it upon herself to find the truth behind her death.

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SOMETIMES THE ONLY PERSON WHO CAN SOLVE YOUR MURDER IS YOU.

Startling and original, My Murder is a gripping speculative twist on the crime novel. - Paula Hawkins

Completely absorbing. A smart, speculative twist on domestic suspense. - Ashley Audrain

One of the most original, smart, funny and thought-provoking books you'll read this year - Daily Mail

Lou has been murdered.

She was the fifth victim of the serial killer Edward Early. A young wife and new mother, Lou's death outraged a public breathlessly following the story of the serial murders.

Lou has been cloned.

Along with Early's other four victims, Lou has been brought back to life by the government-funded replication commission. The women gather at a weekly support group, helping each other to navigate a society obsessed with their very existence.

Lou has been lied to.

But when Lou agrees to help fellow murder victim Fern secure a visit with Edward Early, a shocking revelation causes Lou to investigate the events around her death and question everything she thought she knew about her murder.

Can she finally uncover the truth?

Praise for Katie Williams:

"Like an extended episode of 'Black Mirror' ... Williams offers a master class in not losing sight of the human element... the kind of story that - in the subtlest of ways - can instruct us, and nourish us, and make us want to live and love a little better." - Matt Haig, New York Times Book Review

"[A] vivid, clever debut." - O, the Oprah Magazine

"Allow me to introduce you to your new favourite writer." - James Hannaham, award-winning author of DELICIOUS FOODS: A Novel

"Delightfully weird and humorous... a fascinating exploration of our increasing reliance on technology and our obsession with finding a quick fix for everything." - Shondaland

"A sharp and moving novel." - Publishers Weekly

"With its clever, compelling vision of the future, deeply human characters, and delightfully unpredictable story, this novel is itself a recipe for contentment." - Kirkus Reviews, starred review

"My prescription for happiness is: 'Sit still, read a book that can't be classified by genre, and tell everyone.' I'm telling you, Katie Williams delivers." - Helen Ellis, New York Times-bestselling author of AMERICAN HOUSEWIFE

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Praised for its originality and intelligence, My Murder has been called "startling and original" by Paula Hawkins and "completely absorbing" by Ashley Audrain. Critics highlight its blend of smart speculative twists and domestic suspense, with the Daily Mail describing it as one of the most "original, smart, funny and thought-provoking books" of the year. Comparisons to Black Mirror underline its thoughtful exploration of technology and the human experience.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781035400782

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 June 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wildfire

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 360g

Pages: 304

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Crime & Thriller Education & Reference Fiction General Fiction Historical Fiction Katie Williams

About the Author

Katie Williams is the author of the novel TELL THE MACHINE GOODNIGHT, as well as the young adult novels ABSENT and THE SPACE BETWEEN TREES. Her short fiction has appeared in The Atlantic, Best American Fantasy, American Short Fiction, Prairie Schooner, Subtropics, and elsewhere. Katie is an assistant professor in fiction writing at Emerson College in Boston. TELL THE MACHINE GOODNIGHT was published in the UK by Borough Press.