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A review by natlbugz
My Murder by Katie Williams
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I went into this ready for a cool premise about clones & murder, but what I got was a mind-bending, genre-bending surprise that totally hooked me. Imagine being murdered, then brought back to life, only to investigate your own death. The layers here are wild.
Overall Thoughts:
This book is so much more than a thriller or a mystery. It’s speculative fiction at its finest, with major Black Mirror vibes. The exploration of cloning and identity makes you question everything. And it's not just about who killed Lou—it’s about why, and what it means to live with that knowledge after being brought back.
Lou is such a relatable character, and I loved how Williams played with her voice. The deadpan humor and introspective tone had me flipping through this one fast. Also, the cast of clone-mates? Creepy and oddly touching.
The social commentary here?? On motherhood, womanhood, and society’s obsession with perfection? Loved it. It’s so subtle, but it sticks with you.
Themes Explored:
Identity and Autonomy: - This book goes DEEP into what it means to have control over your own life—or death. Lou’s journey to reclaim her narrative is fascinating.
Death and Rebirth: - This is more than just a murder mystery; it’s about the idea of being reborn and whether you can truly escape your past, even if you get a second chance at life.
Technology and Ethics: - The ethical questions this book raises about cloning and playing God? So thought-provoking. It really asks: how far are we willing to go for “second chances”?
Overall Messaging:
This novel is a brilliant mix of sci-fi, thriller, and introspective drama. It’s for anyone who loves books that leave you questioning the big “what ifs” in life. It’s twisty but meaningful, and I’m I feel like I'm going to be thinking about it for days to come.
My Only Negative:
Okay, so the pacing was a bit uneven in parts. The middle drags slightly, but the last 50 pages more than make up for it with a twist I didn’t see coming!
Bottom line: "My Murder" is a clever, eerie, and introspective read that deserves a spot on your shelf, especially if you’re into speculative fiction with a psychological edge.
Overall Thoughts:
This book is so much more than a thriller or a mystery. It’s speculative fiction at its finest, with major Black Mirror vibes. The exploration of cloning and identity makes you question everything. And it's not just about who killed Lou—it’s about why, and what it means to live with that knowledge after being brought back.
Lou is such a relatable character, and I loved how Williams played with her voice. The deadpan humor and introspective tone had me flipping through this one fast. Also, the cast of clone-mates? Creepy and oddly touching.
The social commentary here?? On motherhood, womanhood, and society’s obsession with perfection? Loved it. It’s so subtle, but it sticks with you.
Themes Explored:
Identity and Autonomy: - This book goes DEEP into what it means to have control over your own life—or death. Lou’s journey to reclaim her narrative is fascinating.
Death and Rebirth: - This is more than just a murder mystery; it’s about the idea of being reborn and whether you can truly escape your past, even if you get a second chance at life.
Technology and Ethics: - The ethical questions this book raises about cloning and playing God? So thought-provoking. It really asks: how far are we willing to go for “second chances”?
Overall Messaging:
This novel is a brilliant mix of sci-fi, thriller, and introspective drama. It’s for anyone who loves books that leave you questioning the big “what ifs” in life. It’s twisty but meaningful, and I’m I feel like I'm going to be thinking about it for days to come.
My Only Negative:
Okay, so the pacing was a bit uneven in parts. The middle drags slightly, but the last 50 pages more than make up for it with a twist I didn’t see coming!
Bottom line: "My Murder" is a clever, eerie, and introspective read that deserves a spot on your shelf, especially if you’re into speculative fiction with a psychological edge.