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The Three Lives of Cate Kay by Kate Fagan

The Three Lives of Cate Kay

A Novel

by Kate Fagan
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  • Jan 7, 2025, 304 pages
  • Paperback:
  • Feb 2026, 304 pages
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Trisha

a unique way to tell a compelling mystery
"we're all so much more, and less, than our best, or worst, moment"

A wonderfully woven story - about a hidden author and how she lives and writes under her pseudonym. The story starts when Annie is young - and it's told not only from our main character POV but also from those her life bumped against and were affected. It's a great way to tell the story, through those that knew Annie as well as Annie. It gives us moments from other POV and also shows some of the cracks of how you see yourself versus how others see you. The story itself is a great mystery along with many other genres. I loved getting to know the characters and wondering how all the pieces would fit together. The addition of Annie's story within the story was another added addition and one that helped build the pieces to see the full picture. This story felt refreshing and unique. I loved it!

A huge thank you to the author and publisher for providing an e-ARC via Netgalley. This does not affect my opinion regarding the book.
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